Oxford Engineering Summer School

Get ahead in your future in engineering. Join our Oxford Engineering Summer School on the Oxford University campus, or online, to experience what studying engineering is like, and develop the confidence and knowledge to put you ahead of the curve – in your university application and beyond.

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Get excited about engineering

Spend two weeks of your summer immersing yourself in the world of engineering on the prestigious Oxford University campus – a global centre of innovation. We’ll introduce you to a successful professional who’s built a career working in an engineering-related field.

Learn from world-class engineering tutors

Studying alongside ambitious students from around the world, you’ll also take on fun challenges, such as learning how to build a bridge.

Be inspired

Rooted in Oxford’s spirit of academic excellence, the Oxford Scholastica Academy’s Engineering Summer School courses will enable you to truly immerse yourself in your subject. You’ll gain unique insights into what studying your favourite subject at university is like – giving you the edge in your future.

Get the Oxford experience

You’ll learn all about Engineering goals while enjoying everything that the magical city of Oxford has to offer.

Browse our Oxford Summer Engineering Courses

Our Oxford engineering summer programmes are two weeks long and are held on the world famous Oxford University campus. Whether you’ve studied aspects of the subject before, or are totally new to it, our Engineering Summer School offers a perfect course to suit your needs.

In Oxford | 12-14 Year Olds

Discover Technology

Are you fascinated by rockets and robots? Do you love playing with computers? On this technology summer course, you’ll learn how websites are built using different coding languages, design a rocket using practical applications of maths and physics, and build your own hydraulics system.

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In Oxford | 15-18 Year Olds

Experience Engineering

If you love understanding how things work and exploring individual components of machines and structures, there’s a good chance you’re considering engineering as an area of study. On this Oxford engineering summer programme, you’ll explore the differences between mechanical, civil and electrical engineering — and build your very own engine.

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Browse our Online Engineering Courses

Drawing on the Oxford Scholastica Academy’s years of experience of running world-class summer schools, our online Engineering courses combine Oxford’s spirit of excellence with the very best in future-focused learning.

Live Online | 12-14 Year Olds

Technology

On this exciting course, you’ll be introduced to some of the most important concepts in Engineering and Technology — and you’ll learn how to build your own website! With your tutor and classmates, you’ll also explore how the practical applications of Maths and Physics work in the real world.

On this course, you’ll explore:

Electronics
Photonic systems (the science of light)
Coding in HTML and CSS
How to build your own website

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Live Online | 15-18 Year Olds

Engineering

Does the world of engineering spark your interest? Guided by an expert tutor, you’ll explore key introductory engineering topics and work together to design your own models. You’ll learn how to apply Mathematics and Physics to solve problems, and learn how to stand out in future university applications. You’ll also get to participate in a Q&A with an engineer.

On this course, you’ll cover:

Maths for engineers
Material efficiencies and construction
Designing engineering models
Building a tower from limited materials

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Students from up to 85 different nationalities chose to experience our engineering courses last year:

9 out of 10 said our engineering summer courses were one of the most memorable summers of their life

9 out of 10 said that our high school summer engineering courses gave them greater certainty about their future direction

94% of students said they had a greater certainty over their future academic and career choices

Why choose one of our Oxford Engineering summer school programmes?

The Best Courses

We’ve designed our high school summer engineering courses to stimulate, stretch and challenge you – regardless of your existing subject knowledge.

The Best People

Your engineering course will be taught by tutors that are current or former students and faculty of world-class institutions such as Oxford and Cambridge Universities.

Your Future Success

Our engineering summer school is designed to help you discover, experience and prepare for a successful future personally, academically and professionally.

Get the Oxford Experience

You’ll be taught engineering on the prestigious Oxford University campus, where many world-famous figures in the field began their own career journeys.

Testimonials

This summer school has truly been a valuable and memorable experience for me. Not only did I broaden my knowledge on Technology but I’ve also developed my self-management and communication.

Radhiyya

Discover Technology Academy, 2019

My two weeks at Oxford Scholastica were two of the best weeks of my life. It was an amazing experience and I made some great friends that I know I will stay in touch with for a very long time.

Abdul Rahman

Experience Medicine Academy, 2019

My son, Alexander, truly enjoyed his experience. He was academically and intellectually challenged while also making friends from around the world. We highly recommend this summer program.

Richard

Parent, Oxford Scholastica Academy

Those two weeks at Oxford Scholastica were a really wonderful experience. I got the chance to explore what Law is really all about through this programme. Classes were very interesting and I loved how the tutor made the classes very interactive!

Ravi

Experience Law Academy, 2017

The Law course was challenging but extremely rewarding, as it assured me that it was the path I wanted to choose at university. The Oxford Scholastica community also leaves you with an excellent support network even after the summer school. Overall, the summer school was an amazing experience that I would recommend to anyone.

Lina

Experience Law Academy, 2019

I absolutely loved my Oxford Scholastica experience! I definitely recommend it to anyone who either knows what they’re doing and want better preparation, or even students who have no idea who they want to be when they grow up! I was both at some point and Oxford Scholastica filled that gap for me. Thank you so much for this amazing opportunity!

Salma

Online Law course, 2021

I attended the Oxford Scholastica Academy in 2018. And I can genuinely say it was the best summer of my life. Not only were we exposed to different subjects and courses but also so many different cultures and people. I hope I can go back!

Prutha

Discover Business Academy, 2018

Two of my children have now attended this course. It gave them the confidence to surge ahead in life with a purpose and confidence that is so essential. One of the best decisions I made for my children and their futures is to have sent them to the Oxford Scholastica Academy.

Mubasher

Parent, Oxford Scholastica Academy

The friendships I made will last me a lifetime. Oxford Scholastica taught me many life lessons that I will keep with me until I die.

Douw

Experience Business & Enterprise Academy, 2017

I’ve never done anything like this; Oxford Scholastica has exceeded my expectations and I am glad to have made valuable memories with it, which I will cherish forever!

Mariam

Experience Business & Enterprise Academy, 2018

Oxford Scholastica has had a profound impact on my skills as a debater and student and is an experience I’d recommend to anyone looking for an educational, engaging summer adventure.

Sophie

Experience Debate & Public Speaking Academy, 2018

For the second year in a row my daughter had an unforgettable summer break in the magical setting of Oxford! A fascinating course with an untold amount of fun things to do. Oxford Scholastica has undoubtedly been one of the best experiences my daughter has ever had.

Maria

Parent, Oxford Scholastica Academy, 2020

What You’ll Get From Our Engineering Courses

Whether you’re interested in exploring more about your subject, or are keen to pursue an engineering-related course at university, this summer school is for you. You’ll:

Be introduced to the world of engineering, both at university and as a career, through our fully accredited engineering course
Take part in a mix of classroom-based discussions and fun practical challenges to help you understand the work of an engineer and the challenges you’ll face in an engineering career
Experience life as an engineering student, with expert teaching from our predominantly Oxbridge-educated staff
Gain an understanding of the wide variety of career options available to you if you choose to study engineering at university
Meet a real engineer, who’ll answer all your questions about what it’s like working in engineering and studying a branch of engineering at university
Take part in practical challenges that test your knowledge and skills while demonstrating the real-life applications of engineering, such as constructing a bridge and building a hydraulics system and engine
Find out more about what your options are for studying engineering at university
Meet like-minded students from around the world, who’ll form the start of your future professional network, and you’ll join our community of Oxford Scholastica Academy alumni
Graduate, on successful completion of your engineering summer course, in a formal Graduation Ceremony held at Oxford University’s Saïd Business School

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Get an Authentic University Experience

We believe that learning should be interactive and fun, and this belief fuels our approach to teaching. As a student on one of our courses you’ll:

Oxford-style teaching

You’ll learn in small, dynamic classes just as you would be at Oxford or Cambridge University. You’ll be taught by our first-class teaching faculty thereby ensuring you have the very best Oxford engineering summer school experience.

University-style independence

You’ll have the opportunity to study and socialise on the Oxford University campus, and take part in legendary activities such as punting. You’ll have the opportunity to meet and make friends with ambitious students like you from all over the world.

Real-world skills

You’ll leave equipped with key skills for the future – like public speaking, how to prepare for your future career and how to bounce back from failure – thanks to our Masterclass programme.

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Ready for a life-changing educational experience? Apply in minutes and reserve a spot for Oxford's #1 rated summer school and online programmes.

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