Architecture & Design Summer School at Imperial College London, UK

Course Description: Architecture & Design Summer School at Imperial College London, UK

The London Architecture & Design Summer School Programme provides an enriching experience in the heart of England’s capital city. London’s architectural tapestry spans centuries—from the Romanesque Tower of London and the Gothic Revival Palace of Westminster to cutting-edge postmodern skyscrapers—offering an ideal backdrop for aspiring architects.

🌆 Explore, Design, and Innovate

Students will take inspiration from their surroundings as they improve their drawing skills, gain a deeper understanding of architectural history, and build a professional portfolio. With university-style tutorials and design workshops, this hands-on programme provides an immersive foundation in architecture and sustainable design. Hosted on the iconic campus of Imperial College London, students will enjoy a true university experience while networking with peers from around the world.

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🎓 Academic Highlights

✔️ Develop observational, technical drawing, and scale modelling skills

✔️ Gain insights into architectural history from Ancient Greece to the 21st century

✔️ Explore urban environments and buildings as live case studies

✔️ Understand pathways to an architecture degree and professional careers

✔️ Build a portfolio with manual and digital design techniques

✔️ Learn to present architectural ideas with confidence and clarity

✔️ Complete a collaborative "City of the Future" design challenge

✔️ Explore sustainability and climate-responsive design

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🏫 Location

Enjoy educational experiences at the prestigious Imperial College London, part of the University of London.

Students benefit from a fully supervised residential experience with 24/7 staff support and secure access to campus facilities. Roll-calls take place at meals, classes, and activities throughout the day, and a strict curfew ensures student safety.

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🛏️ What’s Included

• Residential stay on the Imperial College London campus

• Inspiring academic programme taught by experts

• All tuition, accommodation, meals, and excursions

• Graduation ceremony, certificate, and report card

• International student cohort with 170+ nationalities

• Cultural excursions to iconic UK landmarks

• 24/7 supervision and secure accommodation

• Full access to campus common rooms and social spaces

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🎨 Sample Activities

• 🎤 Karaoke Night

• 🧠 Quiz Night

• 🎨 Arts & Crafts

• ⚽ Football, 🧘 Yoga, 🏓 Ping Pong

• 🎭 Improv Theatre

• ♟️ Chess Tournament

• 🎓 Graduation Party

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📆 A Typical Day

8:00 AM – Wake-up and breakfast

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Core Architecture Workshops

1:00 PM – Lunch and free time in the city

2:00 PM – 3:30 PM – Design Lab or Cultural Excursion

6:00 PM – Dinner

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Study support or speaker events

9:00 PM – Evening Social Activities

10:30 PM – Curfew

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🎤 Guest Speakers from Previous Summers

• Simon Morris – Chief Creative Officer, Amazon

• Jason Bradbury – TV Presenter & Inventor, The Gadget Show

• Helen Sharman – First British Astronaut & Scientist

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🚐 Transportation

Transfer Fee: £130 one-way from London Heathrow (LHR)

Arrival Flights: Land between 06:00 and 18:00 BST

Departure Flights: Depart between 08:00 and 22:00 BST

Includes:

• Airport pick-up & drop-off

• Flight tracking & support

• Supervision at the airport

• Snacks and welcome package

• Assistance for unaccompanied minors

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🎉 At the end of the programme, students celebrate their achievements with an official graduation ceremony and a grand farewell party on campus.