Yale Business & Medicine Summer School at Timothy Dwight College, USA

Course Description: Yale Business & Medicine Summer School at Timothy Dwight College, USA

🏫 Programme Overview

The Yale Business & Medicine Summer School Programme (Ages 13–15) offers students a dynamic, hands-on introduction to the world of healthcare and biomedical science. Delivered at the prestigious Yale University, this two-week course blends theoretical learning with practical simulations to prepare young minds for careers in medicine, nursing, and biomedical research.

Participants will explore essential concepts in human anatomy and physiology, discover diverse medical careers, and gain valuable experience through clinical-style workshops. Simulated medical scenarios like cannulation, haemorrhage control, and physical examinations bring their learning to life.

They’ll also visit research labs and engage in guided explorations of New Haven and New York—building global friendships and new perspectives along the way.

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🧠 Academic Highlights

Students will enhance their academic ability and subject knowledge through:

• 🫀 Exploring basic human anatomy and physiology

• 🧪 Conducting independent research projects and presenting findings

• 🧠 Participating in academic workshops and developing study skills

• 🩺 Engaging in medical simulations including physical exams, splinting, and wound control

• 📚 Comparing different healthcare fields and understanding medical career pathways

• 🗣️ Improving confidence and collaboration through public speaking and teamwork

• 🌎 Gaining cultural awareness and independence through guided exploration

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📍 Location & Supervision

University of Yale (Timothy Dwight College)

With over 20 years of experience, students are welcomed into a secure and inspiring academic environment at one of the Ivy League’s most historic institutions.

• 24/7 supervision by trained staff

• Daily check-ins at breakfast, during classes, and curfew checks in the evening

• On-campus safes for valuables such as passports and travel documents

• Students live and study on campus for a full immersive experience

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🎉 Activities & Social Life

Outside the classroom, students can enjoy a wide range of fun and relaxing activities:

• Karaoke Nights 🎤

• Immersive Quest 🧩

• Oxford Royale Olympics 🏅

• Sports (Football, Ping Pong, Yoga) ⚽

• Improv Classes 🎭

• Campus Cinema 🎬

• Graduation Party 🎓

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🕘 A Typical Weekday

Here's what a day might look like for our students:

• 8:00 AM – Breakfast on campus

• 9:00 AM – Morning lessons with short breaks

• 1:00 PM – Lunch and free time

• 2:00 PM – Afternoon lessons

• 3:30 PM – Medical workshops, cultural activities, or study sessions

• 6:00 PM – Dinner on campus

• 7:00 PM – Public Speaking & Debate Society

• 8:00 PM – Social events (movie nights, karaoke, etc.)

• 10:00 PM – Curfew

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🎓 Sample Tutors & Guest Speakers

Dr Claire Keene

• Public health clinician and expert in tropical medicine

• Former Médecins Sans Frontières project manager

• Master's in International Health and Tropical Medicine from Oxford

Past Guest Speakers Include:

• Professor Brian Cox – Renowned physicist and BBC presenter

• Marcus du Sautoy – Mathematician and author

• Helen Sharman – First British astronaut and science communicator

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🚐 Transportation & Airport Transfers

Available from JFK (New York City):

• Transfer Fee: £330 one-way

• Arrival Flights: Must land between 07:00 – 15:30 EDT

• Departure Flights: Must take off between 08:00 – 18:00 EDT

✅ Price Includes:

• Airport pickup and transfer

• Monitoring for delays or changes

• Supervision at the airport

• Unaccompanied minor paperwork (if needed)

• Welcome team, snacks, water, and direct escort to campus

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🎉 Graduation & Celebration

The programme concludes with an illustrious graduation ceremony where students receive their certificates in a beautiful on-campus venue. This is followed by a celebratory graduation party—an unforgettable way to wrap up their summer journey.