Oxford St Hugh’s College Summer School

The program "Introduction to Fashion Design and Fashion"

• Age: 13-15 years
• Dates: July - August
• Price: from 4495 £ / 2 weeks
• Duration of the program: 2 weeks.

This course will help all fans of fashion trends to get to know what the whole industry is. Instructors will make this immersion in the profession really interesting: the guys have to make their sketches, plunge into the design process - in general, do everything what the real designers do every day. The course program includes more than 20 study hours per week (15 language lessons + 5 or more classes in the chosen direction). The first week students will receive theoretical knowledge about the subject, and the second will be engaged in the development and implementation of their own project for the design of clothing.

The program "Introduction to entrepreneurship"

• Age: 13-15 years
• Dates: July - August
• Price: from 4495 £ / 2 weeks
• Duration of the program: 2 weeks.

This course on business and its processes combines the study of English language and immersion in the key principles of economics and business research. The educational process will be fascinating and informative thanks to interactive group projects, case studies and the development of acquired skills in a game form. Training takes place in small groups of up to 15 people. The training load will be from 20 hours per week.

The program "Introduction to Political Management"

• Age: 13-15 years
• Dates: July - August
• Price: from 4495 £ / 2 weeks
• Duration of the program: 2 weeks.

On this program, students learn how to become a successful leader in the modern international community. Students of the course will spend productive holidays very productive, because they can improve their knowledge of the English language and get acquainted with the world of political management. As part of the course, students will learn about different leadership styles based on the approaches of modern world leaders and will be able to use their experience and experience of their classmates to see the many ways that these systems work all over the world. In addition, they will have the opportunity to apply the acquired knowledge in practice under the guidance of ORA instructors who have the necessary experience and qualifications.

Summer courses in robotics (Summer Robotics Program)

• Age of students: 16-18 years
• Dates: 1-28 July
• Cost: 4495 £ / 2 weeks.

The summer program, specially accredited by The City & Guilds Institute of London, is designed for 16-18 year olds interested in studying engineering, precision and mathematical sciences - by creating robots based on Arduino schemes they will be able to significantly improve practical skills and theoretical knowledge.

During the two-week program, students will understand the principles of creating and programming robots to perform the most diverse tasks. The basic concepts of construction and design will gradually become more complex - from primitive samples to more and more technically complex structures: the teachers will specifically set before the students non-standard tasks that they will have to solve by creating autonomous mobile robots. Beginning with basic engineering knowledge, students will switch to Arduino system principles and C++ programming skills (they will not need special initial knowledge for the course), they will introduce sound, light, motion, distance and acceleration sensors, teach their robots to find and overcome / avoid obstacles . At the end of the program, the robot of each student must be programmed with a special SD card - final competitions and rather complex tests are arranged.

In each class, up to 10 people are engaged; on interactive master classes, the class can be up to 26 people; the intensity of the lessons is from 20 hours per week + master classes and lectures with invited specialists and speakers. At the end of the program the students will receive a solemn closing ceremony, where everyone will receive a corporate certificate with personal achievements and successes.

Summer courses on website development and IT (Website Development Program)

• Age of students: 16-18 years
• Dates: 1-28 July
• Cost: 4495 £ / 2 weeks.

Intensive and very useful in modern realities, the summer course introduces high school students to the basics of web programming and design. In the program of the pupils' course:

• mastering the language of computer HTML imposition (hypertext markup)
• learning CSS (including cascading systems of tables and styles)
• learning JavaScript - the language of the script responsible for the functionality and interactivity of the web page
• creating standalone applications
• creating custom designs and interfaces using Adobe and Sketch
• mastering the principles of testing new web pages
• work on open source projects (for example, Github).

This course can be combined with a program for computer programming (Computer Science) or the development of mobile applications for iOS (iOS App Development).
In each class, up to 10 people are engaged; on interactive master classes, the class can be up to 26 people; the intensity of the lessons is from 20 hours per week + master classes and lectures with invited specialists and speakers. At the end of the program the students will receive a solemn closing ceremony, where everyone will receive a corporate certificate with personal achievements and successes.

Summer courses on application development (iOS App Development Program)

• Age of students: 16-18 years
• Dates: 1-28 July
• Cost: 4495 £ / 2 weeks.

The summer course, accredited by The City & Guilds Institute of London and taught by the best specialists in this field, will help students to immerse themselves in the world of mobile applications and even create their own! The combination of benefits, ease of use and nice interface makes modern mobile applications the most convenient assistants in modern life - and iOS applications occupy a leading position in this market.

The structure of the course includes the following classes and topics:

• creation and testing of own applications for iOS, expansion of own functionality
• XCode basics
• Swift Study
• basics of computer programming: basic concepts, skills and tools
• the study of application cycles (ADLC)
• memory management
• syntax of the application and object-oriented principles of its creation (hybrid, cross-platform and other types)
• user interface
• development of presentation skills, self-confidence, leadership skills.

If you wish the student, this course can be combined with a program on computer programming (Computer Science). Special initial skills for enrollment will not be required, but initial knowledge of computational terminology or programming is only welcomed.

In each class, up to 10 people are engaged; on interactive master classes, the class can be up to 26 people; the intensity of the lessons is from 20 hours per week + master classes and lectures with invited specialists and speakers. At the end of the program the students will receive a solemn closing ceremony, where everyone will receive a corporate certificate with personal achievements and successes.

Oxford Summer English

• Age: 13-15 years old
• Dates: July 5-18, July 19-August 1
• Duration: 2 weeks.

Intensive language learning program for students and teens. The Oxford Summer School course will allow students to improve their English skills in all major areas - reading, writing, speaking, listening, vocabulary and grammar. The course is organized as EFL (English as a foreign language), therefore it is adapted to teach those for whom English is not native.

The curriculum includes over 20 academic hours per week. In the classes, dynamic and interactive teaching methods are used, aimed at maximizing the interest of students. In addition to the academic program, students are waiting for cultural events outside the classroom, which make it possible to practice the skills acquired in the classroom. Also, children will have the opportunity to get acquainted with British culture on excursions and walks in the main attractions.

During the course, students will receive:

• Improving English in the main language areas: reading, writing, speaking, listening, pronunciation
• Practice English with native speakers and experienced tutors
• Stay in one of the most interesting cities in Britain, which has a classic English flavor - Oxford.

The Introduction to Veterinary Science

• Age: 13-15 years old
• Dates: July 5-18, July 19-August 1, August 2-August 15
• Duration: 2 weeks.

The program is devoted to obtaining basic knowledge in the field of veterinary science: here, students aged 13-15 will receive a good base of theoretical knowledge in the academic subject and will be able to get enough practice in the laboratories of the University of Oxford. The course will help students to get an idea of what the work in the field of veterinary science is: informative seminars offered during the education will allow students to understand what they will study by choosing this direction at the university.

Veterinary medicine is a rather complicated area, requiring good preliminary preparation and dedication in education. On the course, students will study all the main topics of the profession:

• Animal processing
• Animal inspection
• Animal care
• Ethical issues
• Clinical considerations
• Communication skills
• One day in the life of a veterinarian
• Suitable paths to a veterinary career.

Introduction to Architecture

• Age: 13-15 years old
• Dates: July 5-18, July 19-August 1, August 2-August 15
• Duration: 2 weeks.

The program for the introduction of architecture for students aged 13-15 includes an introduction to the basic principles of architecture and the history of European countries. The program is great for those guys who want to connect their profession with architecture, or vice versa, want to understand what awaits them in this direction.

Qualified teaching staff will teach students various aspects of architecture, from design principles to space planning. The curriculum includes planning legislation, building management rules, gaining skills in project development, creating architectural drawings and building models.

Topics covered in the Introduction to Architecture course:

• Theoretical Foundations of Architecture
• History of architecture in Europe
• Principles of Design and Spatial Planning
• Planning laws
• Building Control Rules
• Design: development and construction of architectural models manually or in digital format
• Architectural and drawing practice.

Introduction to Leadership + Global Leadership Program

• Age: 13-15 years old, 16-18 years old
• Dates: July 5-18, July 19-August 1, August 2-August 15
• Duration: 2 weeks.

A program to acquire the life skills necessary for a leadership role on various scales - from personal life to a professional career in business, politics, art or any other field. The course enables students to obtain the necessary knowledge in order to take a leadership position in the future.

The college-based leadership training program is offered for two age categories of students: 13-15 years old and 16-18 years old. In both cases, students will study the experience and approaches of today's world leaders, try to apply them within the classroom. Students will also be engaged in improving the skills of public speaking and participating in discussions. Pupils of the senior group will focus on the study of thematic disciplines: political theory, philosophy, sociology, modern international relations.

The academic program of the course combines an interactive study of leadership principles with classes where students will receive other useful skills (for example, public speaking). Work on group projects will allow young people to put their skills into practice.

Topics taught in courses:

• How leadership is defined
• Effective Communication Skills
• Leadership and Ethics
• Public influence and the media
• Culture and diversity: what it means to be a leader in a globalized world
• Conflict resolution skills.

Medicine + The Medical School Preparation

• Age: 13-15 years old, 16-18 years old
• Dates: July 5-18, July 19-August 1, August 2-August 15
• Duration: 2 weeks.

The program of preparation and study of the medical field for students of two age categories: 13-15 years old and 16-18 years old. For the first group of students, the course will be a good preparation for studying the discipline at the university, and for older students - for higher education and the beginning of a medical career.

The program for students aged 13-15 includes a theoretical study of human anatomy with interactive lessons on developing skills for conducting research in the medical field. Students 16-18 years old on the course will learn how to apply for admission, which medical schools are considered the best in the world (including St. Andrews, London, Oxford and Cambridge).

Skills acquired on the program (course 13-15 years):

• Learning the basics of anatomy and medical science
• The development of new skills in practical exercises
• Looking at medicine with a future perspective
• Obtaining benefits when entering the medical faculty.

Skills acquired on the program (course 16-18 years):

• Understanding that includes the study of medicine in high school
• Choosing a medical school for higher education
• Application Preparation
• Characteristics of Successful Applicants
• Acquaintance with the structure of entrance exams, the preparation process
• Introduction to UKCAT Medical Testing
• Participation in a production interview for a candidate for admission.

Introduction to Law Program

• Age: 13-15 years old
• Dates: July 5-18; July 19 - August 1; August 2-15
• Price: from 5095 £ / 2 week
• Duration of the program: 2 weeks.

In the course “Introduction to Law”, foreign students and teenagers will get the first idea of the legal aspect. For 2 weeks, students will learn English (15 hours a week) simultaneously with various aspects of law (6 hours a week). Students will learn about key legal disciplines - jurisprudence, constitutional law, criminal law, civil law and others. Young people will also be able to get acquainted with the issues and tasks that are faced daily by representatives of the legal profession. Education takes place in the format of debates and role-playing interactive games, where you need to learn how to defend your point of view.

New Perspectives Program

• Age: 13-15 years old
• Dates: July 5-18; July 19 - August 1; August 2-15
• Duration of the program: 2 and 4 weeks.

Such a program at the summer school gives students the opportunity to choose not one, but three areas for study: two academic subjects from list A and B for the first half of the day, and one of the following seminars for classes in the afternoon: acting and performances, business tasks, essay writing, debate and public speaking, photography, leadership and team building. Foreign students of a language summer school study selected areas for 2 and 4 weeks.