Creative Writing (Cambridge, 16-17) Oxford Summer Courses

Course Details

Discover the power of words with the Creative Writing Cambridge summer school at Oxford Summer Courses. Designed for 16-17-year-old students, it’s where you'll explore the world of fiction, prose, and poetry in a laid-back and engaging atmosphere. Learn the ins and outs of creative writing from experienced tutors as you take part in interactive seminars and small-group tutorials. Broaden your skills with fun and insightful masterclasses and chat with experts about future career paths. You can even check out some cool Cambridge colleges. Set your goals high, soak up all the knowledge you can, and get ready to unleash your creativity like never before.

Accommodation

Experience what it’s like to be a student in Cambridge, with two weeks in a historic college
Breakfast and dinner served daily in the college dining hall or a recommended local restaurant
Take advantage of college social spaces
Celebrate each week with a formal dinner in true Cambridge style

Tuition

Our world-class tutors are chosen for their experience, knowledge and teaching skills
Average class size is seven students, no more than ten
Experience university-style teaching through seminars and 1-to-1 tutorials
Learn essential life skills, like critical thinking and debating, in our masterclasses

Extracurricular Activities:

Take a guided tour of Cambridge, focusing on its rich university history
A mix of organised activities, outings and free time, give you time to explore
Excursions include visits to landmark sites such as Westminster in London, the historic dockyards at Portsmouth and dramatic Warwick Castle.
Discover the wonder of the bop (the Oxford and Cambridge name for dancing)
A busy schedule of evening activities gives you time to make new friends
End the two weeks with a graduation ceremony, formal dinner and bop

Oxford Summer Courses was established in 2010 by two Oxford University alumni, Harry Hortyn and Robert Phipps. Offering a diverse range of over 40 subjects tailored for ages 9 to 24, their summer courses are hosted at prestigious university colleges and boarding schools in iconic cities including Oxford, Cambridge, London, and more. In 2023 alone, over 2,380 students experienced Oxford Summer Courses.

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Experience what it’s like to be a student in Cambridge, with two weeks in a historic college
Breakfast and dinner served daily in the college dining hall or a recommended local restaurant
Take advantage of college social spaces
Celebrate each week with a formal dinner in true Cambridge style

Our world-class tutors are chosen for their experience, knowledge and teaching skills
Average class size is seven students, no more than ten
Experience university-style teaching through seminars and 1-to-1 tutorials
Learn essential life skills, like critical thinking and debating, in our masterclasses

Take a guided tour of Cambridge, focusing on its rich university history
A mix of organised activities, outings and free time, give you time to explore
Excursions include visits to landmark sites such as Westminster in London, the historic dockyards at Portsmouth and dramatic Warwick Castle.
Discover the wonder of the bop (the Oxford and Cambridge name for dancing)
A busy schedule of evening activities gives you time to make new friends
End the two weeks with a graduation ceremony, formal dinner and bop