Oxford Law Summer School at St Hugh’s College, University of Oxford, UK

Course Description: Oxford Law Summer School at St Hugh’s College, University of Oxford, UK

⚖️ Programme Overview

Step into the world of law at one of the world’s most historic universities. The Oxford Law Summer School Programme for ages 12–15 is the perfect starting point for students interested in exploring a future in the legal profession. Set within the inspiring environment of St Hugh’s College, students will dive into foundational legal concepts, learn how justice is delivered in real-life cases, and gain practical experience through exciting mock trials and investigations.

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📚 Academic Highlights

Students will enhance their academic skills and develop a strong foundation in law by:

✔️ Exploring key legal fields such as Public Law, Criminal Law, Tort Law, and Contract Law

✔️ Thinking like a real law student—analysing real-life case studies and applying legal knowledge

✔️ Participating in a mock trial to simulate real court proceedings from investigation to verdict

✔️ Strengthening critical thinking, debate, and public speaking skills

✔️ Developing research and communication skills useful across all subjects

✔️ Understanding the diverse career paths available in the legal field

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🏛️ Location & Supervision

Enjoy educational experiences at the prestigious University of Oxford (St Hugh’s College), surrounded by centuries of academic excellence and Gothic architecture.

Students are supervised 24/7 by experienced residential staff. They check in multiple times a day—at breakfast, lessons, activities, and curfew. Passports, travel documents, and valuables can be safely stored at the college office.

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🏅 What’s Included

✔️ Residential experience on the University of Oxford campus

✔️ Inspiring courses taught by law experts

✔️ Graduation ceremony with certificate and academic report

✔️ Full-board accommodation, tuition, and cultural excursions

✔️ Diverse and welcoming student community from over 170 nations

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🎨 Activities

Beyond the classroom, students can participate in exciting and enriching extracurriculars:

🎤 Karaoke

🧠 Quiz Nights

🎨 Arts & Crafts

⚽ Football, Ping Pong, Yoga

🎭 Improv Theatre

♟️ Chess Tournament

🎉 Graduation Party

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⏰ A Typical Weekday

8:00 AM: Breakfast on campus

9:00 AM: Morning legal lessons (with short breaks)

1:00 PM: Lunch & free time

2:00 PM: Afternoon legal workshops or practical simulations

3:30 PM: Debate club, law-themed activities, or cultural visits

6:00 PM: Dinner

7:00 PM: Public Speaking & Study Support

8:00 PM: Social activities

10:00 PM: Curfew

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👩‍🏫 Sample Tutors

Kelly Thornton

• Law Lecturer in Family Law and Corporate Crime

• First-class Law degree from Queen Mary University of London

• Master’s degree from BPP

• Qualified mediator in civil and commercial law

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🧑‍⚖️ Guest Speakers from Previous Summers

• Baroness Shami Chakrabarti – Member of the House of Lords and former Director of Liberty

• Lord William Hague – Former Leader of the Conservative Party and Secretary of State

• Dr Kerry McInerney – AI Ethics Scholar and Co-Director of Global Politics of AI project

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✈️ Transportation

Transfer Fee: £215 one-way from London Heathrow (LHR)

• Arrival flights: land between 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM BST

• Departure flights: take off between 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM BST

  Includes:

  🚐 Welcome and airport transfer

  🧾 Unaccompanied minor paperwork (if required)

  📲 Flight monitoring and auto-adjustment for delays

  📞 Transfer hotline and dedicated staff support

  🥤 Refreshments upon arrival

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🎓 Graduation & Final Celebration

As the programme ends, students will receive certificates during a prestigious graduation ceremony held on campus. This is followed by a celebratory graduation party—a night to remember with new friends made during this unforgettable Oxford experience!