Discover Technology Academy
(for ages 12 to 14)
Learn
Our courses combine Oxford-style teaching with practical challenges and debates. Small class sizes and expert tutors help you dive deep into your chosen subject area.
By joining our Discover Technology Academy, you’ll get to:
- Explore introductory technology concepts such as the basics of electronics and website building under the guidance of expert tutors from leading universities including Oxford and Cambridge.
- Meet a successful young technology professional and learn their lessons of success and failure.
- Put your engineering skills to the test in our exciting challenge where you’ll build a rocket and compete against your fellow students to make the best one!
- Develop skills in high demand by universities and employers, such as public speaking, critical thinking and teamwork, via our Masterclasses.
- Build your global professional network by meeting students from all over the world and joining our alumni community.
- Attend our Graduation Ceremony at Oxford University’s Saïd Business School, and get a Graduation Certificate and personalised Letter of Recommendation from your tutor.
See
What better way to learn about a career than to talk to someone who’s living it? Our Heroes programme enables you to meet a successful young professional who has gone on to build a career in technology. You’ll be able to:
- Learn more about what a day in their life looks like
- Understand more about the cutting edge aspect of the technological field that they work in, and hear their top career tips
- Ask them your burning questions about their university experience and career path
Do
Challenges are one of the most exciting parts of our programme! Halfway through our Discover Technology Academy, you’ll be given the chance to put your skills to the test during our Rocket Challenge. It’s certainly not the only practical activity you’ll do on your course – the course is full of opportunities to apply your skills – but for many of our students, it’s their highlight!
- Put your technology knowledge to the test by designing a new rocket.
- Work with the Discover Business students to pitch your rocket to a panel of investors.
- Try and persuade the judging panel that your rocket is the best – will you be on the winning team?
Course programme
Course Outline
In our Discover Technology Academy, you’ll cover a range of challenging topics across nine classroom sessions.
Class 1: Discover Rockets
Explore what a rocket is and the concepts required to design and build simple and complex rockets.
Class 2: Explore Electronics
Study how electricity and electromagnets make machines work.
Class 3: Photonics
Explore photonics – the science of generating and harnessing light – and how photonic systems work.
Class 4: Maths in Engineering & Computing
Explore how basic mathematical concepts underpin engineering and computer science.
Class 5: Introduction to HTML
Discover the basic building blocks of web pages.
Class 6: Introduction to CSS
Learn about the different ways of styling a website.
Class 7: Make Your Own Website
Put your HTML and CSS knowledge to the test as you create your own website.
Class 8: The Future of Technology
Explore examples of how cutting-edge technology could change our lives and humanity’s future.
Class X
Your final class is based on your tutor’s personal expertise in the field, focusing on cutting-edge research that they’re passionate about.
More information
Want to know more about attending our Discover Technology Academy? Learn about what your schedule will look like, where you’ll stay, and some of the fun activities that will round out your academic experience.
Testimonials
RadhiyyaDiscover 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 RahmanExperience 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.
RichardParent, 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!
RaviExperience 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.
LinaExperience 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!
SalmaOnline 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!
PruthaDiscover 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.
MubasherParent, 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.
DouwExperience 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!
MariamExperience 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.
SophieExperience 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.
MariaParent, Oxford Scholastica Academy, 2020
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