IB Extended Essay St Andrews 13-18 yrs ISSOS
Course Details
The IB Extended Essay Summer Course at ISSOS gives you time to focus on your essays with expert guidance and access to world-class research facilities. Tailored for students taking their IB Extended Essay in English, you’ll arrive with a pre-approved topic. During the course you’ll benefit from 39 hours of tuition as you develop research techniques, essay planning skills, and confidence in presentation and public speaking. Through interactive seminars and research sessions at the University of St Andrews' Main Library, you’ll learn skills applicable beyond your essays. With a structured approach, you’ll leave feeling better prepared to continue your essay journey, paired with exciting elective options.
Accomodation
- Live in university student accommodation, with other students of similar age and same gender
- Groups comprised of 8 to 15 students, residing together in assigned halls for the duration
- Dietary preferences and allergies catered for, included halal or vegetarian
Tuition
- ISSOS carefully selects top-tier staff for inspiration, education, and student safety.
- Highly qualified teaching staff specialize in their respective fields.
- Campus management and summer school counselors are committed to delivering an exceptional experience.
- Academic classes, led by experienced professionals, meet for 3 hours each weekday morning.
- Students select one academic subject to pair with an elective class for the entire 3-week program.
- 39 hours of tuition provided in total.
Extracurricular Activities:
- Packed schedule with thrilling activities, evening programs, and cultural excursions.
- Daily free time allows students to unwind, socialize, or grab snacks at their leisure.
- Clans engage in diverse competitions, judged by staff, vying for the Clan Cup or Spirit Shield.
- Outside classes, students enjoy entertaining evening events, day trips to neighbouring cities, and forging bonds with peers.
- The program concludes with highland games and a memorable final night dance, fostering cherished memories and enduring friendships.
ISSOS provides a unique summer program for 13 to 18-year-olds worldwide at prestigious universities of St Andrews, Cambridge, and Yale. ISSOS offers a well-rounded, supervised curriculum where students choose academic and elective classes. With over 80 nationalities represented, ISSOS fosters an international family environment, promoting friendships across borders. Places are limited to 10% for one nationality.
- Live in university student accommodation, with other students of similar age and same gender
- Groups comprised of 8 to 15 students, residing together in assigned halls for the duration
- Dietary preferences and allergies catered for, included halal or vegetarian
- ISSOS carefully selects top-tier staff for inspiration, education, and student safety.
- Highly qualified teaching staff specialize in their respective fields.
- Campus management and summer school counselors are committed to delivering an exceptional experience.
- Academic classes, led by experienced professionals, meet for 3 hours each weekday morning.
- Students select one academic subject to pair with an elective class for the entire 3-week program.
- 39 hours of tuition provided in total.
- Packed schedule with thrilling activities, evening programs, and cultural excursions.
- Daily free time allows students to unwind, socialize, or grab snacks at their leisure.
- Clans engage in diverse competitions, judged by staff, vying for the Clan Cup or Spirit Shield.
- Outside classes, students enjoy entertaining evening events, day trips to neighbouring cities, and forging bonds with peers.
- The program concludes with highland games and a memorable final night dance, fostering cherished memories and enduring friendships.
Location:
St Andrews
Fees from:
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Typical duration:
3 weeks
Dates:
June-August 2024
Age Range:
13-18
"The best lesson I have had so far was at the beginning of the course when we studied Game Theory, and when we did presentations in class about shops or platforms that we had to imagine ourselves."
"The best thing about the Medicine course was the interactivity of the lectures. My tutor was really interested in the subject, so I always felt like I could go up to her and ask her questions, whether they were about what we were learning or about other areas of biotechnology."
"The course gave me an insight into how to make arguments in support of or against certain positions which is useful in law and the tutor assisted me in how to structure these arguments. I've enjoyed the company of having a roommate and that you make so many new friends."
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