Business and Entrepreneurship Summer School in Somerville College at University of Oxford

Course Description: Business and Entrepreneurship Summer School in Somerville College at University of Oxford

🚀 Programme Overview

Step into the dynamic world of business innovation at one of the UK’s most iconic academic institutions. Designed for ambitious learners aged 16–17, this two-week course empowers students to explore the essential skills and knowledge needed to launch and lead successful ventures. Set in the historic Somerville College, University of Oxford, this immersive experience offers a blend of academic exploration, hands-on learning, and real-world business insight.

Students will:

• Explore the fundamentals of entrepreneurship including business planning, market analysis, branding, and finance.

• Gain insights into global business challenges and opportunities through engaging seminars and case studies.

• Refine leadership, teamwork, and strategic thinking through collaborative projects.

• Take part in academic skills masterclasses and career development sessions to plan for their futures.

This programme is ideal for students looking to explore a business career or create the next big idea.

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🧠 What You’ll Learn

• 💡 Business strategy, marketing fundamentals, and the entrepreneurial mindset.

• 💬 How to pitch and present ideas confidently.

• 📊 Financial planning, risk management, and leadership.

• 🧭 Real-world applications through Dragons’ Den-style presentations.

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🏛️ Location & Accommodation

Hosted at Somerville College, a centrally located and historic college of the University of Oxford. Students will stay in comfortable, well-equipped accommodations within the college and enjoy the chance to live and study where some of Oxford’s greatest thinkers have walked.

• Half-board meal plan (breakfast and dinner included).

• Students are free to explore and purchase lunch from nearby cafés and restaurants.

• Dedicated support staff available 24/7.

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🎯 A Day in the Life

07:30 – 09:00: Breakfast and morning sign-in

09:00 – 12:00: Seminar sessions on business topics

12:00 – 13:30: Lunch break and exploration

13:30 – 15:30: Study sessions or tutorials (1:1 or 2:1 format)

15:30 – 17:30: Academic masterclasses, college visits, or goal-setting

18:00 – 19:30: Dinner with classmates

20:00 – 21:30: Social events (quiz nights, Oxford Olympics, Taskmaster, etc.)

22:00: Curfew

On Saturdays, students enjoy full-day excursions, and on Sundays, new arrivals are welcomed with introductory talks and games.

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🛫 Airport Transfers

✅ Complimentary transfers are available for students arriving at London Heathrow Airport between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM BST on the course start date (Sunday) and departing the following Saturday between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM BST.

✅ An unaccompanied minor departure transfer is available for £145 if required.

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🎓 Certificates & Graduation

All participants will receive:

• A certificate of completion

• A letter of recommendation from their tutor

• A celebratory graduation ceremony and formal dinner at the end of the course