International Relations and Politics Course Cambridge 13-15 yrs OSC
Course Details
Learn how people, governments and nations engage with one another at this International Relations and Politics Summer School in Cambridge. Delivered by Oxford Summer Courses for students aged 13-15, it’s a deep dive into the world of politics. Learn how different countries are governed and why conflicts arise. Explore current issues like media influence on voting and resource distribution in society. This course will challenge your views on governance and democracy. Discover what people power means, why societies are structured differently, and what triggers wars. Engage in masterclasses to develop teamwork, debating, and collaboration skills through interactive workshops. Set ambitious goals with our supportive staff and reflect on your progress throughout the course.
Learning in small groups, usually fewer than eight students, ensures you get plenty of quality time with your teacher. Through interactive lessons, your teachers will introduce new concepts and assign practice tasks to build your knowledge. You'll also have opportunities for group work, independent research, and class discussions. Small classes mean everyone has a chance to speak, debate, and learn from each other. This Summer School combines academic exploration, curriculum enrichment, and social engagement. Enjoy two daily lessons with Cambridge tutors and dedicated study sessions to work on homework with on-course staff assistance.
Accomodation
- Discover what it’s like to live as an undergraduate in a top Cambridge college
- Enjoy full-board accommodation, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner served at the college
- Packed lunches provided for excursion days
- Participate in a formal but fun celebration dinner at the end of each week
Tuition
- Expert tutors encourage self-directed learning and critical thinking through highly interactive seminars
- Be prepared to express your ideas and take part in discussions
- Tutorials provide space to discuss your work and get feedback from your tutor
- You'll be given a certificate and letter of recommendation from your tutor as you complete the course
Extracurricular Activities:
- Make new friends as you meet like-minded students from many different places
- Exciting trips to iconic locations such as Warwick Castle, the British Museum or the city of Westminster
- A guided city tours gives you a complete introduction to historic Cambridge
- Celebrate with a traditional graduation ceremony to complete a rewarding two weeks of learning
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.
- Discover what it’s like to live as an undergraduate in a top Cambridge college
- Enjoy full-board accommodation, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner served at the college
- Packed lunches provided for excursion days
- Participate in a formal but fun celebration dinner at the end of each week
- Expert tutors encourage self-directed learning and critical thinking through highly interactive seminars
- Be prepared to express your ideas and take part in discussions
- Tutorials provide space to discuss your work and get feedback from your tutor
- You'll be given a certificate and letter of recommendation from your tutor as you complete the course
- Make new friends as you meet like-minded students from many different places
- Exciting trips to iconic locations such as Warwick Castle, the British Museum or the city of Westminster
- A guided city tours gives you a complete introduction to historic Cambridge
- Celebrate with a traditional graduation ceremony to complete a rewarding two weeks of learning
Location:
Cambridge
Fees from:
£6,395
Typical duration:
2 weeks
Dates:
23 June - 27 July 2024, 29 June - 2 August 2025
Age Range:
13-15
"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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