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16-18 years old
2 weeks
Weekly hours: 20
Embark on a journey into medicine, covering topics from Epigenetics to medical technology.
This program is not run by the campus partners. Universities and their affiliated departments are not responsible for this program in any way.
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Location
Experience Cambridge's academic excellence and historic beauty while living in authentic student accommodation at University of Cambridge colleges during your time at our school. On campus at:
Magdalene College
Queens' College
Christ's College
St. Catharine's College
Sidney Sussex College
What's Included
13 nights accommodation in a central college of the University of Cambridge or Oxford
Breakfast and dinner included on campus (lunch included for students aged 13-15)
Accommodation in an individual bedroom
40 hours of academic sessions from Oxford University and Cambridge University tutors
Carefully designed study and lecture materials
Mentor program and access to support material
All excursions- including formal dinner at Cambridge/Oxford colleges, punting, croquet
Comprehensive summer school insurance
2 coach excursions including a trip to London
Graduation ceremony and certificate
Detailed evaluation written by tutor
Notebook and pen
Mentor family photograph
Free premium membership to UniPrepare's 'Nurture' plan
Activities
Accommodations
College allocation based on dates and subject choice, assigned a few weeks before arrival.
All colleges are central, historical, with unique culture and character.
Accommodations designed for study, not luxury; many buildings over 500 years old, no air conditioning.
Accommodation requests for friends/siblings considered where possible.
Separate male and female accommodations in each college; wi-fi available throughout.
Single occupancy rooms with shared bathrooms (one per four participants); some ensuite facilities available, prioritized for additional needs.
Mixed-gender corridors for ensuite facilities; gender-separated corridors for shared bathrooms.
Welcome Pack includes possible college details for program dates.
Rooms secured with locks, housekeeping access for maintenance.
Breakfast and dinner included on campus
Host venues accommodate all dietary requirements, special attention to religious observances and medical needs (Please let us know if you need to follow any particular religious observances or have any medical requirements that we need to know about.)
As a student, you will experience formal dinner three times during your stay: once per week in Cambridge and at an Oxford University college on the excursion day, making formal hall a memorable occasion, so remember to bring some smart clothes!
Excursions
Transportation
Arrival Time: Participants should arrive between 2 pm and 5 pm on the first Sunday of the program, with registration and accommodation showings upon arrival (accommodation ready by 3 pm).
London Heathrow Airport Transfers: Shared airport transfer service available from Heathrow Terminal 3 directly to Cambridge/Oxford colleges. Pastoral team to meet participants at any Heathrow terminal and escort to Terminal 3.
Transfer departures at 11:00, 14:00, and 17:00 on arrival Sunday; return transfers to London Heathrow Airport depart at 07:00 and 12:00 on the final Saturday.
Transfer Fee: Available for booking post-enrollment at £180 each way.
Detailed information is provided closer to the program date, including contact numbers.
Alternative Arrivals: For those arriving at different airports or by other means, details are in the Welcome Pack sent after enrolment confirmation.
Lesson Plan
Module 1: Medical Research: “From Bench To Bedside”
Module 2: Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiology: “Rhythm of Life”
Module 3: Neuroscience and Neuropsychology: “I Think, Therefore I Am”
Module 4: Science Conference
Sample Tutors
Hannah C:
DPhil student currently studying Medical Science in the John Radcliffe Department of Medicine at the University of Oxford.
Doctoral project is entitled 'Hypertension Explored in Long-term Post-Partum Follow-Up in Later life' and aims to examine the longitudinal effects of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy of future risk of disease progression.
Abi Oyepitan - Former Olympian: A two-time Olympian and Commonwealth Gold and Silver winning track and field athlete.
Dr Lynda Shaw - Neuroscientist & entrepreneur: A journey in personal development - how to create your own set of tools to fast track success
Dr Nigel Warburton - Philosopher, author & journalist: How do great people find answers to deep and meaningful questions?
Extras
Transfer Fee: £180 each way.
Pocket Money Advice: Money we recommend that participants bring £80 per week to cover lunch each day, plus any souvenirs that they may wish to purchase. Various banks and ATMs are available throughout Cambridge, and Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted.
Security
This program is accredited by British Accreditation Council (BAC)
Meets global standards for academic provision and student welfare
Top priority for participant safety
Staff undergo enhanced background checks and safeguarding training
Participants assigned to a “Mentor Family” of 10 students
Mentors offer support, advice, and share their experiences
School management and supervision is managed by senior, experienced College Managers in Cambridge, Oxford, London, and Sydney
College Managers trained to Level 3 Safeguarding standards
Resident summer team and college personnel supervise sites 24/7
Encourage student independence within safe boundaries
Team supervision ensures safe and rewarding experience
Requirements
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