Medicine Summer School in Lady Margaret Hall at University of Oxford

Course Description: Medicine Summer School in Lady Margaret Hall at University of Oxford

🧠 Explore the Fascinating World of Medicine at Oxford

Discover the building blocks of human health in the Medicine Summer School for ages 13–15, hosted at Oxford’s prestigious colleges — Lady Margaret Hall, Worcester College, or St Benet’s. This hands-on academic experience introduces young learners to anatomy, physiology, disease, and life as a medical professional. Dive into interactive lessons, real-world case studies, and collaborative projects, all designed to ignite your passion for medical science.

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🏛️ Location: University of Oxford, UK

Students will live and study at one of Oxford's historic colleges, offering an authentic taste of university life. The inspiring academic setting, combined with safe and supportive residential care, creates the perfect backdrop for both personal and intellectual growth.

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📚 What You’ll Learn

This two-week programme blends theory with practice, encouraging students to think and act like future doctors. Topics may include:

• 🔬 Anatomy & Physiology: Cardiovascular, nervous, digestive, and immune systems

• 🦠 Disease & Diagnosis: Infectious and non-infectious diseases, their treatments, and prevention

• 💊 Medical Ethics & Practice: Explore what it means to be a doctor through ethical scenarios and real-life simulations

• 🧪 Case-Based Learning: Solve medical puzzles and apply your learning to clinical cases

• 🧠 Skill Development: Debate, teamwork, collaboration, and goal-setting masterclasses

No fixed curriculum means sessions are tailored to the group's interests, ensuring a personalised and relevant experience for each student.

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🏫 Teaching Approach

• ✔️ Small class sizes (no more than 8 students)

• ✔️ Group discussion, practical tasks, and individual reflection

• ✔️ Homework and research with academic support

• ✔️ Personalised learning guided by expert tutors

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🗓️ A Day in the Life

Morning

08:00 – Breakfast

09:00 – Interactive medical seminar

10:30 – Break

11:00 – Continued academic workshop

Afternoon

12:30 – Lunch with peers

13:30 – Directed study or goal-setting

15:00 – Masterclass or tutorial project work

16:00 – Break and leisure

Evening

17:00 – Dinner

18:30 – Social activities (quiz night, sports, movie night)

21:00 – Wind-down & curfew

On weekends, students enjoy full-day excursions around Oxford and a celebratory dinner to wrap up their stay.

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🛏️ Accommodation & Meals

• 🛌 Full-board accommodation at one of Oxford’s colleges

• 🍽️ All meals included (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

• 👥 Twin or single room options available

• 🔒 24/7 supervision and secure college environment

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✈️ Airport Transfers

✔️ Included for arrivals/departures at Heathrow Airport between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM

🧳 Assistance with unaccompanied minor documentation and supervision

📍 Meet-and-greet upon arrival with coordinated group transport

For students registered as unaccompanied minors, the departure transfer costs £145​

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🎓 Certificate & Graduation

Celebrate your achievements at a formal graduation ceremony and disco, where each student receives a certificate recognizing their academic progress and contributions to the course.