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Our Sydney Summer school takes place in July during the the British summer (5 – 18 July 2026), these sessions are open to 15-18 year olds only. The course is taught by expert tutors from the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge, brought to Sydney from the UK to lead the course, offering exceptional teaching quality on the other side of the world.
You will explore novel concepts and share your ideas in small groups of youngsters from around the world. In class sizes with an average of seven, expert tutors present topics and lead discussion, having honed their expertise through teaching undergraduate students at world-class universities.
A rigorous vetting process guarantees that all participants are taught by engaging and supportive educators, enthusiastic about sharing their expertise to ensure the teaching is of the highest quality.
Workshops, geared towards unlocking participants’ potential, give the tools to prepare for the next steps of your education and future goals, building upon existing study skills to support future university-level learning. The workshops explore a diverse and enriching range of topics – examples ranging from ‘Productivity tips’ to ’21st Century Technology Skills’.
At the end of the course, students present their own project to their peers and receive a course report.
The University of Sydney, one of Australia’s most prestigious institutions, is ranked amongst the world’s top universities. Founded in 1850, it’s the oldest of the elite group of ‘sandstone’ universities, the earliest in Australia, dating from the 1800s. University buildings are in similar style to Oxford and Cambridge, with modern facilities.
Students will reside at the Rydges Camperdown, a modern hotel within walking distance of the University of Sydney campus. Students stay in twin en-suite rooms, with separate male and female dwellings, 24/7 reception and dedicated pastoral staff. Academic sessions take place at St. Andrew’s College, one of Sydney University’s most established colleges. Students will experience the campus atmosphere while staying in the heart of Sydney.
To complement the academic content, there is a lively social calendar, including visits and activities in and around Sydney (see sample timetable below). You can expect an engaging and fulfilled time.
By taking tours of the landmarks and famous institutions of the city, including the colleges at the University of Sydney, you will learn more about the culture and history of both Sydney and Australia, and experience the must-see sights.
A range of student activities is organised, such as a scavenger hunt, quiz evening, making street art and an outdoor cinema. There are excursions to Taronga Zoo, and to the world famous Sydney Opera House. Finally, there’s a chance for you to feel the sand between your toes at the amazing Bondi Beach!
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| Wednesday | Thursay | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | Monday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM | Arrivals | Morning Academic Session | Morning Academic Session | Morning Academic Session | Morning Academic Session | |
| Lunch Break & Tour of the colleges | Lunch | Lunch | ||||
| Full Day Excursion Sydney Opera House | ||||||
| PM | Arrivals | Afternoon Academic Session | Half Day Excursion to Bondi Beach | Afternoon Academic Session | Afternoon Academic Session | |
| Tour of the City | Drum Workshop | Zorb Football | Scavenger Hunt | |||
| Dinner in College | Dinner in College | Traditional Formal Dinner | Dinner in College | Dinner in College | ||
| Eve | Ice-Breaker Games | Movie Night | Sydney Observatory | Quiz Night | Casino Night |
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| Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM | Morning Academic Session | Morning Academic Session | Morning Academic Session | Morning Academic Session | Departures |
| Lunch Break | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | ||
| PM | Afternoon Academic Session | Half Day Excursion to Taronga Zoo | Afternoon Academic Session | Afternoon Academic Session | |
| Australian Football | Luna Park | British Sports Day | Street Art | ||
| BBQ Night | Dinner in College | Dinner in College | Dinner in College | ||
| Eve | Mocktail Making | Darling Harbour | Talent Show | Outdoor Cinema |
4 – 17 January, 5 – 18 July 2026
Cost for two week course in January – £5,495
Cost for two week course in July – £5,995
Email us now at contact@campusoxford.com
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