Economics & Finance at University of Oxford in Oxford, UK

Course Description: Economics & Finance at University of Oxford in Oxford, UK

The Oxford Economics & Finance for ages 16-18 provides a comprehensive understanding of both economics and finance, equipping them with the knowledge to navigate today’s complex business landscape. By integrating key concepts from both disciplines, students will explore corporate finance, microeconomics, and macroeconomics, learning how these factors influence strategic business decision-making.

Through hands-on case studies, simulations, and real-world projects, our students will develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and financial analysis skills, and find out more about dynamic careers in finance, consulting, entrepreneurship, and economic policy.

For students who have already completed our Business Summer School, join this course to dive deeper into the world of business finance and master a future-facing interdisciplinary subject.

Students on our Economics & Finance School Programme will enhance their academic skills and strengthen their ability in school by:

• Corporate finance, consulting, entrepreneurship, or economic policy, this programme will equip students with the key skills needed to enter these competitive industries.

• Gain expertise in both finance and economics, learning how these fields intersect in modern business environments.

• Financial strategies, risk management, and economic analysis, positioning students for success in various industries.

• Develop problem-solving skills through case studies, simulations, and real-world projects, gaining practical insight in an immersive environment.

• Immersed in the world of Economics and Finance, learning through specific case studies and real world examples while also exploring life as a student in the UK.

What's Included

• Residential on the prestigious campus of the University of Oxford

• Inspiring programmes taught by experts

• Graduation ceremony, report cards and graduation certificate

• International student community with over 170 nationalities represented since 2004

• Accommodation, meals, tuition and cultural programmes included at the Oxford Summer School

• Inspirational cultural programmes, including excursions to historic UK locations

Location:

With over 20 years of experience, Oxford Royale is an institution that offers educational experiences to bring students to the prestigious environment of the University of Oxford (Balliol College).

All our programmes take place in a secure environment. Our students are supervised 24 hours a day by campus staff. All students must check-in regularly during the day: at breakfast roll-call; at their morning classes; in the afternoon for lessons, workshops or activities; at dinner and in the evening before curfew. All campuses have a curfew.

Each campus office has its own safe where students may deposit items of value such as passports, travel documents, bank cards etc.

All campuses have residential staff who can be contacted 24 hours a day.

Activities:

• Karaoke

• Quiz Night

• Arts & Crafts

• Sports (Football, Ping Pong, Yoga)

• Improv Theatre

• Chess Tournament

• Graduation Party

Sample Tutors

Dr Anissa Butt:

• She's a lecturer in economics at King's College London.

• Completing a PhD in Economics from the University of Reading.

• Her focus is on gender and ethic income inequality.

Guest Speakers from Previous Summers:

• Simon Morris - Chief Creative Officer at Amazon: He co-founded and built the brand LOVEFiLM, eventually to become Amazon Prime, prior to joining Amazon as the worldwide creative lead. The first person to be made Chief Creative Officer of the company, he has received many accolades in recognition for his achievements, including an Emmy nomination in recognition of his innovative Alexa Super Bowl campaign, and acknowledgement from the Vatican for his Christmas 2016 Amazon Commercial.

• Jason Bradbury - Presenter, Author: A British television presenter and children’s author, well-known for presenting the Channel 5 series The Gadget Show.. Some of his own DIY gadgets include the first ‘phone glove’, a vehicle Head-Up Display, and a hovercraft made from only a car wheel and an industrial sized fan..

• Helen Sharman - Astronaut, Scientist: Pioneer, role model, science communicator and world-class inspirational speaker, Helen became the first British Astronaut in May 1991, aged 27, when she spent 8 days orbiting the Earth. Chosen out of 13,000 people, Helen underwent rigorous training and preparation for her orbit, and now inspires others with her story.

Transportation:

• Transfer Fee: Available from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) at £215 one-way.

Their arrival flight must:

• Land after 0600 BST on one of the above dates

• Land before 1800 BST on one of the above dates

Their departure flight must:

• Take off no earlier than 0800 BST

• Take off no later than 2200 BST

Price includes transport to campus, welcome on arrival, transport booked for you by our head office team, dedicated transfers line to call if any queries, information emails in advance, monitoring of flight delays/diversions and auto-adjustment of transport, supervision at the airport, unaccompanied minor paperwork (if needed), connection with your transport, water and snack on arrival, and more.

As the programmes end, students are invited to attend an illustrious graduation ceremony to honour their achievements, in which they will receive their certificates in an amazing venue on campus. This is followed by a final graduation party on campus for students to celebrate!