International Development (Oxford, 16-17) Oxford Summer Courses

Course Details

The International Development Oxford summer school by Oxford Summer Courses offers a transformative experience for 16-17-year-olds. Engage in tutorial-style teaching as you delve into global issues like poverty and migration, exploring the complexities of international development. Understand the dynamics of 'developed' and 'developing' nations, and the impact of globalisation. Enhance your critical thinking in small group work and complete independent projects evaluated in personalised tutorials. Benefit from expert insights and career guidance, attend a university fair, and experience Oxford's rich academic environment through college visits. You’ll receive a certificate and tutor recommendation upon completion.

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Accommodation

Stay in Oxford and explore its rich history and culture.
Experience living in one of the town’s famous colleges
Breakfast and dinner provided
Experience a mix of college and local restaurants
Friday night formal dinners

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Tuition

Tutorial-style teaching with interactive seminars in small groups (no bigger than 8)
Completion of two pieces of independent work (essays or problem sheets)
Evaluation of independent work in either 1:1 or 2:1 tutorials
Opportunity to discuss work and receive feedback from tutor and classmates
Certificate and letter of recommendation awarded upon completion

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Extracurricular Activities:

Outings to iconic destinations such as Westminster, the British Museum, or Canterbury
Full-day trips for extensive exploration opportunities
Free time for arranging social activities with new friends
City tours and orientations for thorough introductions to Oxford
Evening social events, college visits, and a memorable graduation ceremony

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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Stay in Oxford and explore its rich history and culture.
Experience living in one of the town’s famous colleges
Breakfast and dinner provided
Experience a mix of college and local restaurants
Friday night formal dinners

‍

Tutorial-style teaching with interactive seminars in small groups (no bigger than 8)
Completion of two pieces of independent work (essays or problem sheets)
Evaluation of independent work in either 1:1 or 2:1 tutorials
Opportunity to discuss work and receive feedback from tutor and classmates
Certificate and letter of recommendation awarded upon completion

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Outings to iconic destinations such as Westminster, the British Museum, or Canterbury
Full-day trips for extensive exploration opportunities
Free time for arranging social activities with new friends
City tours and orientations for thorough introductions to Oxford
Evening social events, college visits, and a memorable graduation ceremony