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Politics course (16-17 yrs) at Oxford Summer Courses in Oxford

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Oxford

2 weeks

23 June - 24 August 2024, 6 July - 30 August 2025

£6,395

Course Details

Join the Politics Summer School in Oxford for in depth learning about modern political theory and practice. This course for 16-17 year olds, run by Oxford Summer Schools, explores freedom, liberty, equality, the international landscape, and current affairs to give a comprehensive view of global issues. Challenge the status quo by questioning authority and the legal system while forming rational, evidence-backed opinions. Understand fairness, equality, and justice in today’s political debates.

Your tutors will encourage you to set ambitious goals, to actively engage in Q&A sessions, and to participate in a critical thinking masterclass. You’ll discover future career pathways by listening to expert speakers. Experience the Oxford tutorial system and visit different colleges for an immersive experience.

Learn through tutorial-style teaching in small groups, guided by expert tutors. Complete independent work and receive personalized feedback. The course includes fun extracurricular activities and the opportunity to visit a university fair. When you graduate, you'll receive a certificate and recommendation letter.

Accommodation

  • Live in student accommodation used by Oxford undergraduates during the term
  • Choose between Standard and Premium room options
  • Enjoy breakfast and dinner daily, with special formal dinners on Friday nights

Tuition

  • Expert tutors encourage self-directed learning and critical thinking through interactive highly 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 different nations
  • Visit iconic locations such as Warwick Castle, the British Museum or the city of Westminster
  • Take a guided city tours that give you an introduction to historic Oxford
  • A traditional graduation ceremony completes a rewarding two weeks of learning
  • Live in student accommodation used by Oxford undergraduates during the term
  • Choose between Standard and Premium room options
  • Enjoy breakfast and dinner daily, with special formal dinners on Friday nights
  • Expert tutors encourage self-directed learning and critical thinking through interactive highly 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 different nations
  • Visit iconic locations such as Warwick Castle, the British Museum or the city of Westminster
  • Take a guided city tours that give you an introduction to historic Oxford
  • A traditional graduation ceremony completes a rewarding two weeks of learning

Course highlights

Location:

Oxford

Fees from:

£6,395

Typical duration:

2 weeks

Dates:

23 June - 24 August 2024, 6 July - 30 August 2025

Age Range:

16

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17

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