Summer Schools 2016
University/Organisation
University of Bath
Duration
4th - 8th July
2016
Description/Further Information
This residential Summer School gives students the chance to live on
campus and study at a leading university. Free for Year 12 students
interested in studying a science or engineering degree, they will
enjoy a packed diary of academic and social activities where they
can make friends and find out about all the opportunities that
university has to offer.
Contact
wideningparticipation@bath.ac.uk.
Website
http://www.bath.ac.uk/study/teachersadvisers-parents/widening-participation/
activities-events/summer-schools/index.html
HeadStart
3 days
Course
Three days Course to Inspire Year 11 Girls. For Year 12 a four days
course in advance engineering tasks Different location: include
London, Warwick, Bristol, Brunel, Newcastle, Leeds, Sheffield and
York
online application
http://www.etrust.org.uk/inspire-year-11girlscourses
Imperial College
London
2 Weeks
Program
If you are aged between 15 and 17 years old and have a passion for
science, technology, engineering or mathematics, then the Imperial
College London Global Summer School is just the opportunity for
you!
On-Line Application
http://www.imperial.ac.uk/be-inspired/
global-summer-school/
Learn from world-class academics and researchers, study alongside
students from all over the world, work on challenging real-life
projects
Oxford and Cambridge
Summer School
2 Weeks
Program
During this course you will be introduced to concepts which are core
to the study of Engineering. You will gain insight into how Engineers
approach challenges and problems, whether that be building a
Formula One car, developing a computer programme or building a
sky-scraper. Under the guidance of your tutor you will build up
knowledge and skills which you can then practically apply towards
the end of the programme.
online application
http://www.oxfordandcambridgesummer
school.co.uk/engineering/
Oxford Royal Academy
2 Weeks
Program
A summer programme designed to introduce students 16-18 to
Engineering and help them apply to Engineering courses at UK
universities. There is also Introduction to Engineering course for
ages 13-15
On-Line Application
http://www.oxford-royale.co.uk/course/
engineering-preparation
Summer Schools 2016
The University of
Oxford
One week
Program
Residential course for students with minimum 4 A*. Check website
for further conditions.
UCL
2 Weeks
Program
Year 12 -13. Insight for living and study at the university. A variety of
programmes.
online application
UK Electronics Skills
Foundation
5 days
Course
Year12/S5. Particpants will have the opportunity to explore a wide
range of topics within electronic engineering. They will experience
lectures and hands-on challenges that provided a flavour of the
academic side of undergraduate life.
online application
The Cambridge Sutton Trust Summer Schools are week-long,
subject-specific residentials, where you live and study as a
Cambridge student. You’ll stay in your own private student room
within a Cambridge College, eat with other Summer School students
in the canteens and socialise in the common rooms.
online application
http://www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/
events/summer-schools
University of
Cambridge
http://www.uniq.ox.ac.uk/2015information
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/
widening-participation/prosp-students/
post-16/year12-summer/SummerPlacements2
014/in2scienceUK
http://www.ukesf.org/summer-schools
University of
Cambridge
2 Weeks
Program
We draw on the expertise of senior academics at Cambridge, to
offer courses in a variety of scientific fields. This programme is
suitable for undergraduates and graduates in sciences, as well as
teachers and other professionals. The programme also welcomes
those with a strong interest, but with little formal science training.
online application
https://www.ice.cam.ac.uk/internationalsummer-schools/programmes/science
Swansea University
?
We run a popular summer school every year designed for year 12
students who are thinking about applying to university. These are
residential courses which give an insight into all our courses and
help students decide whether an engineering degree is likely to be
for them.. Dates not finalised – email engineering@swansea.ac.uk
and they will get back with more information.
Martin Sullivan at: 01792 602128
http://www.swansea.ac.uk/engineering/
summer-schools/
Summer Schools 2016
University of
Strathclyde
13th June –
22 July
2016
To students who have accepted an offer to study at the university.
intend to study in the Faculty of Engineering and Science. The
Summer School will help you answer these questions. It is offered
free of charge to UK and EU students and provides an opportunity
for you to spend some time at the University before the start of the
academic year.
Contact: Lynda Scott: Tel: 0141
548 4974 Email:
lynda.scott@strath.ac.ukOn-Line
Application.
http://www.strath.ac.uk/summerschool/
Loughborough
University
2
Designed for teachers. A selection of workshops of your choice for
Thursday and/or Friday
on-Line Application
https://www.data.org.uk/training-and-events/
leicestershire/dt-summer-school-2015thursday-loughborough/
University of Leeds
28th - 29th
June 2016
Experience what it's like to study biological sciences, attend
undergraduate classes.
Online application
T: 0113 343 7495
stem@leeds.ac.uk
http://www.stem.leeds.ac.uk/events/summer
-schools/summer-school-biological-sciences/
University of Leeds
27th - 30th
June 2016
Experience what it's like to study engineering, attend undergraduate
classes.
Online applicationT: 0113 343
7495 stem@leeds.ac.uk
http://www.etrust.org.uk/engineering-options
-university-leeds
University of Leeds
11th June 14th June
2016
This Headstart course, hosted by the School of Chemistry at the
University of Leeds, is designed to give you a clearer idea of: (i) what
studying chemistry is like at university, (ii) how your chemistry
degree could lead to a range of careers and (iii) how chemical
research is done within the real world. The key to this course is
getting involved. You’ll sample lectures and the dynamics of small
group work. You will take part in a laboratory project where, as part
of a research team, you will be set the task of making a drug
precursor, analysing it for both purity and structure.
Online application
T: 0113 343 7495
stem@leeds.ac.uk
http://www.etrust.org.uk/chemistry-leeds
Summer Schools 2016
University of Leeds
28th - 30th
June 2016
University of Leeds
29th June 1st July
2016
Odgen Trust Physics
Summer School
4th - 7th July
2016
Experience hands-on laboratory activities
Design a new food product for Marks and Spencer
Use cutting-edge analytical techniques to understand the properties
of food
Explore our campus and experience life at University whilst staying
in our halls of residence
Meet current students and graduates
Visit an industry-leading food manufacturer
Get information and guidance on university applications and careers
in food science
This three-day residential course for sixth form students, provides
an introduction to student life and mathematics at the University of
Leeds. We offer you a preview of university life plus an insight into
how mathematics develops at degree level. Our University tutors
will extend and enrich your existing study of mathematics at A-level
(or equivalent) through a series of talks and workshops.
Online application
T: 0113 343 7495
stem@leeds.ac.uk
http://www.food.leeds.ac.uk/home/schoolsoutreach/summer-school.html
Online application
T: 0113 343 7495
stem@leeds.ac.uk
http://www.maths.leeds.ac.uk/home/schools
-outreach/events-on-campus/universitymathematics-in-perspective.html
This non-residential summer school is a chance for high achieving
Physics A level students to experience Physics at university through
challenging workshops and practical activities. The course is open to:
• Year 12 students who have completed an AS level in Physics and
Maths and will be continuing with both subjects at A2 level. •
Students with the potential of achieving an A*, A or B at A2 level. •
Students from schools/colleges in West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire
and Lancashire. The aims for the course are outlined below: •
Advanced lessons and problem-solving skills in Classical and
Quantum Mechanics. • Experiments to develop skills needed for the
A2 ISA coursework. • Lectures given by university lecturers to
provide some insight into the highly mathematical nature of the
subject and what to expect at university. • To provide an experience
that will enthuse students and encourage them to study Physics at
university. • Information and procedures for applying to the Russell
Group universities, provided by undergraduates and/or admission
tutors.
devinder.gill@ogdentrust.com
http://www.stem.leeds.ac.uk/events/
summer-schools/summer-school-physics/
Summer Schools 2016
Inspire EDT
Exscitec
Exscitec
Three days
–a
selection of
Universities
across the
UK
8th - 12th
August
2016
1 or 2 week
Insight into mathematics at university – aimed at sixth form students
online application
http://www.maths.leeds.ac.uk/home/schoolsoutreach/events-on-campus/
university-mathematics-in-perspective.html
Working alongside undergraduate engineers, students will explore
this multidisciplinary subject through a number of hands-on design,
build and test activities. These activities will highlight principles
linked to the classic engineering disciplines of mechanical, electrical,
aeronautical, civil and materials. Students will be challenged to build
and compete robots as part of a mini project within the week. There
will be a continuing thread of team work and problem solving with a
hint of lateral thinking throughout the course! We will help students
understand the options available to them whilst studying at
university, what their future prospects might be, understand the
multidisciplinary groups that modern engineers work in and the
challenges that engineers may face in the future. We will help
students strengthen their personal skills, presentation skills,
communication, confidence and self learning - all key engineer
attributes!
online application
https://www.exscitec.com/courses/course_
description.asp?CourseID=167
online application
https://www.exscitec.com/courses/course_
description.asp?CourseID=169
Age 12 – 15
To provide hands on practical STEM investigation in a world class
school environment, To challenge and stretch students and expand
their knowledge of their chosen subject area, To give students from
across the world the chance to experience a full and varied social
programme, To give students the chance to mix with peers from
across the world, To expose students to leading academics and
current research, To provide information, advice and guidance on
routes into STEM careers, To provide information and inspire debate
on how the STEM subjects influence the world around us.
Summer Schools 2016
Queen Mary University
2 Weeks
Program
This summer school is for year 12 students who are interested in
studying Medicine or Dentistry at university and wish to gain more
experience of these career paths and degree subjects.
online application
http://www.qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/
schools/wp/medicine-and-dentistry/
summer-schools/index.html
Queen Mary University
25th July 30th July
2016
Experience health sciences summer school for year 11
online application
http://www.qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/
schools/wp/medicine-and-dentistry/
summer-schools/index.html
Queen Mary University
1 week
Program
The Physics Academy is aimed at bright students of physics and
maths AS-level and gives attendees the chance to investigate a
specific area of physics before presenting a short talk to their own
teachers and academics from Queen Mary University of London.
online application
http://ph.qmul.ac.uk/engagement/
physics-academy
European Space Camp,
Norway
30th June 7th July
2016
At European Space Camp, you'll find some of the most intelligent
and interesting students from around the world, united by the
common passion of science and space. Each year we look to have a
good blend of Norwegian and foreign students, boys and girls,
aiming to foster an environment in which participants can
collaborate and learn from one another whilst having fun at the
same time.
online application
http://www.spacecamp.no/#/home_main/
International
Astronomical Youth
Camp
3 week
Program
The International Astronomical Youth Camp (IAYC) is a three-week
long summer camp aiming to promote knowledge of astronomy and
related sciences in a unique international atmosphere. It is
organised by an international team of students and young scientists,
all members of IWA e.V. Aimed for ages 16 – 24.
online application
http://www.iayc.org/
REACT Engineer's
seminar
1 week
Program
The Into Engineering™ seminar - your first step into engineering is
now firmly established as an annual event. The seminar involves a
week long simulated decommissioning project for local Year 12
students. The project gives the students an opportunity to
experience a range of activities typically carried out by the
professional engineer.
online application
http://www.react-engineering.co.uk
/into-engineering-seminar.html
Summer Schools 2016
Senior Space School
1 week
Program
Senior Space School UK is residential summer school held at the
University of Leicester. It is aimed primarily at students preparing for
their A-levels and who have a strong interest in all things spacerelated. The disciplines covered range from physics and astronomy,
to engineering and astronautics, planetary science and from space
physics to genetics and human spaceflight. While the week includes
both lectures and practical activities, there is ample opportunity for
socialising too, with a formal dinner and disco and karaoke on the
final night.
online application
http://spaceschool.co.uk/S_Spaceschool/
Kings College London
2 week
residential
and nonresidential
as well as
university
taster
week
program
The King's College London Pre-University Summer School is a unique
academic and social experience designed for high school students
who are enrolled in their final two years of study (typically 16 and 17
years old). The programme provides the opportunity to study a
chosen subject at undergraduate level and helps students prepare
for their future at university and beyond. It is an intensive two week
programme, combining academic classes, class excursions,
university preparation advice and wider skills sessions. Students also
enjoy a varied social programme which takes advantage of King's
enviable central London location and give students time to relax
with new friends from around the world.
online application
http://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/summer/summer
-schools/pre-university/index.aspx
Kings College London
2.5 week
program
Undergraduate summer school; It is a high quality and intensive
academic programme open to students from around the world. We
offer undergraduate university-level summer modules which
provide King's research-led teaching in an interactive, intensive
short course format. Use this Summer School to build your
knowledge of an existing subject or to study something completely
new. Most modules do not require previous knowledge of the
subject which provides the opportunity to study courses out of
personal interest or explore a subject for the first time.
online application
http://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/summer/summerschools/undergraduate/index.aspx
Summer Schools 2016
London International
Youth Science Forum
2 Weeks
Program
LIYSF is a two week residential event in London which attracts over
500 of the world’s leading young scientists aged 17-21 years old
from more than 65 participating countries. The modern world still
presents new challenges and the scientific advancements continue
to increase. How science moves forward in the future with the
thinkers of today and the questions to be asked comes from those
attending LIYSF.
What better way to put theory into practice? A summer internship
at BAE Systems will give you a 12-week insight into working life in
one of our UK businesses and further develop your skills. Our
internships provide on-the-job training within a structured
framework and we only offer these placements when there is real
work to be completed so if you want to make an impact next
Summer, read on to see what opportunities are available, and the
associated benefits.
online application
http://www.liysf.org.uk/about-us/about-liysf/
BAE Systems
12 week
Summer
internship
online application
http://www.baesystems.com/en/careers/
careers-in-the-uk/graduates/graduateopportunities/our-schemes/summerinternship
Aachen University
3 week
Program
Offering a number of summer schools.
Tel: +49 241 80-27693
A.PereiraMartins@academy.rwthaachen.de
http://www.academy.rwth-aachen.de/en/
education-formats/summer-schools
BAE Systems/Military
Air/ Information
Business Unit
Taster
Weeks
During these weeks successful applicants will work in small groups
on a engineering based project which culminates at the end of each
week with a presentation to their peers, parents and a group of
representatives from BAE Systems.
online application
http://www.baesystems.com/en-uk/careers/
careers-in-the-uk/apprenticeships
Summer Schools 2016
University Of York
Taster day
The Department of Electronics, University of York invite you to a
Sixth Form Taster Day on Friday 1stJuly 2016. Come and find out
more about what it would be like to study electronics at university.
The event is free and lunch will be provided, but attendees are
responsible for making their own way to and from the event.
Activities on the day will include a talk about robotics, a lab activity,
information about UCAS applications and a tour of the
nanotechnology labs in the department.
online application
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/electronicssixth
-form-taster-day-tickets-22494771467
http://www.swansea.ac.uk/engineering/
summer-schools/
http://www.etrust.org.uk/headstart
http://wwwf.imperial.ac.uk/imedia/content/
view/334/science-and-engineering-summer
-schools