Oxford Royale — University of Oxford
13 subject areas · ages 13-18 · residential college accommodation
Course Type
Academic Enrichment Summer Courses
A different kind of summer course to our general English programmes: subject-based academic enrichment on a real university campus, aimed at students who already have a solid level of English and want a taste of university-style study before they apply.
How This Differs from General English
Our Oxford Royale programme isn't an English-language course, it's a subject course (Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business and more) taught in English, for students who want to explore a potential degree subject and experience student life at a leading university.
Who It Suits
Students aged 13-18 who already have strong English and are thinking about their next academic step, rather than students whose main goal is language improvement (for that, see our General English courses instead).
Where to Take It
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Guide
Academic Enrichment Programme at the University of Oxford
An academic enrichment programme lets students study a university subject over the summer, taught in English by expert teachers. Ours runs with Oxford Royale on the University of Oxford's campus, for students aged 13-18 who are starting to think about degree choices.
Subjects you can choose
- Medicine: Curing the Future and Explore Medicine
- Engineering & Technology
- Law & Politics
- Economics & Finance, Business, Innovation & Entrepreneurship
- Experimental Psychology, Architecture & Design, Film Academy
- Climate, Politics & Global Leadership
How a day is structured
Three classes a day: an introductory lecture, a deep-dive seminar with debate, and an afternoon session on real-world applications and case studies. Late afternoons are for sport, clubs or extra academic sessions, and evenings bring quiz nights, debating challenges and socials. Courses last 2, 4 or 6 weeks; a 2-week course includes about 40 hours of academic teaching.
Is it right for your child?
It suits students who already speak English confidently. If the main goal is to improve English, choose a General English summer school instead. Read more about studying in Oxford.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an academic enrichment programme?
A summer course where students study a university-level subject, such as Medicine, Law or Engineering, taught in English, rather than taking English language lessons.
Who is it for?
Students aged 13-18 with a strong level of English, taught in two age groups: 13-15 and 16-18.
How long does the course last?
2, 4 or 6 weeks. A 2-week course includes about 40 hours of academic teaching.
Where do students live?
In Oxford colleges: Balliol, Queen's, Keble, St Hugh's or St Peter's.
How much does it cost?
It depends on the subject, the course length and the year. Ask us for current prices and what is included.