Quality summer and semester courses for high school, Gap Year & college students

Our Courses

We  promote high-quality Gap Year, college preparation and summer programmes, offering academic quality and cultural immersion. The interactive approach to study is student-focused, with teaching in small seminar groups and through one-on-one tutorials. Led by expert tutors, you are enabled to develop as a self-motivated learner.

We’ve developed strong relationships with independent counsellors, schools and parents, placing students on courses that both inspire and develop confidence and maturity. You are able to ‘step outside the box’, gaining fresh insights and developing learning skills, to prepare for the demands of Higher Education

Courses are fully residential, with an extra-curricular element. You are housed in comfortable college rooms; this secure accommodation, and the activities offered beyond the classroom, help instil a sense of community. 

Gap and university preparation courses are held in Oxford, benefitting from the scholarly and cultural ambience of that famous city, with summer courses also offered in Cambridge, and internationally.

Gap Year Course

The Oxford Gap Year is an ideal preparation for college-level study and enables students to pursue chosen subjects in depth and at a comfortable pace, exploring topics of interest. Held at a leading independent college, there’s a rich subject choice, taught by skilled tutors. This opportunity for academic enrichment develops knowledge and skills, without the pressures of formal assessment.

We assist students in selecting a suitable course, with subjects chosen from a wide choice, taught in small seminar groups or through individual tutorials. These cover a range of topics in the Humanities, Social Sciences and Maths : Art, Film, Literature, Languages, History, Politics, Sociology, Psychology, Philosophy, Law, Economics, Business & Marketing, including exciting courses such as Ethics & Rhetoric.

A varied cultural and visits programme complements the study element, giving a sense of community and helping to develop an understanding of the UK. Oxford, home to England’s oldest and most prestigious university, provides an historic and inspiring backdrop.

Students may work on college applications, with help from the the college guidance team, or use their time in Oxford to decide on what direction to take next. 

Summer Courses

Students from around the world are welcomed to our summer courses, held within university campuses. Academic Insights is offered in Oxford, Cambridge and London; Career Insights in London, Cambridge and New York. Enrolment is for students aged 13 – 15 & 16 – 18 (Career Insights for students aged 15 – 18).We also offer Academic Insights at our Sydney Summer School.

You study a chosen subject in depth, gaining knowledge and understanding, and to help decide whether the subject appeals enough to take to a further level. Career Insights offers workshops and visits to industry sites to gain insights into these careers. There’s also a varied programme of cultural visits, workshops and activities. 

Students enjoy a comfortable residential college setting,, making this a unique summer study experience.

A Level Studies

Many international students apply to a British university. If you haven’t completed high school or have under-achieved, you will need to sit the Advanced Level (GCE) exams (A-level). This is the normal route to qualify for UK university. Three subjects are usually studied over one or two years, with good pass grades in two subjects being the minimum requirement.

An A-level pass is regarded as equivalent to courses taken in US college freshman year and may merit college credit, permitting exemption from a college course.

The following subjects are offered at A-Level :

Science – Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science.

Economic & Social Sciences – Economics, Business, Sociology, Psychology, Politics.

Humanities –  English Literature, Film Studies, History.

Creative Arts – Fine Art, Photography, Textile Design, Graphic Communication.

Languages – French, Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese.

Please contact us to discuss A-Level options.

The IB Diploma

The IB Diploma is a recognised qualification for university study around the world and offers a well-rounded curriculum. For international universities, it is often the preferred entrance route. Study of a range of subjects encourages a variety and breadth of knowledge. 

Six subject areas are chosen, three at higher and three at standard level. Subjects include Literature, Language (including a second language), Social Sciences, Sciences and Mathematics. The curriculum includes three core elements that provide additional academic specialisation. These are the Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and CAS (Creativity, Activity and Service).

The IB Diploma gives international currency and is ideal for those wishing to keep their university subject options open. It’s an excellent route for those who prefer to study broadly and to apply to international universities.