Exceptional Architecture Program for High Schoolers at Cambridge University
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University of Cambridge Campus, UK

Exceptional Summer Pre-College Architecture Program for High Schoolers at Cambridge University Campus

Well-rounded that offers exceptional enrichment programmes led by top tutors, propelling students from 13-18 to academic success through rigorous and stimulating curriculum at prestigious universities worldwide.

age icon 16-18 years old

time icon 2 weeks

book icon Weekly hours: 20

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July - Day

Start 7/12/2026
End 7/25/2026
Duration 2 Weeks
Price £5,995

July - Boarding

Start 7/12/2026
End 7/25/2026
Duration 2 Weeks
Price £7,495

July - Day

Start 7/19/2026
End 8/1/2026
Duration 2 Weeks
Price £5,995

July - Boarding

Start 7/19/2026
End 8/1/2026
Duration 2 Weeks
Price £7,495

July - Day

Start 7/26/2026
End 8/8/2026
Duration 2 Weeks
Price £5,995

July - Boarding

Start 7/26/2026
End 8/8/2026
Duration 2 Weeks
Price £7,495

August - Day

Start 8/2/2026
End 8/15/2026
Duration 2 Weeks
Price £5,995

August - Boarding

Start 8/2/2026
End 8/15/2026
Duration 2 Weeks
Price £7,945

Course Description: Exceptional Summer Pre-College Architecture Program for High Schoolers at Cambridge University Campus

🏛Pre-College Architecture Summer Program

Location: Cambridge University, United Kingdom

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📌 Key Facts

  • Age Group: 16–18 years

  • Duration: 2 weeks (13 nights)

  • Academic Hours: 30 hours of Architecture tutorials

  • Average Class Size: 7 students (max 12)

  • Tutors: Oxford, Cambridge & Harvard academics

  • 1:1 Tutorials: Personal feedback & guidance

  • Personal Project: Create and present your own architectural design idea

  • Workshops: Future & Academic Skills (academic writing, productivity, technology, branding, interviews)

  • Accommodation: Single study bedrooms in Cambridge colleges (shared bathrooms, limited ensuite)

  • Meals: Breakfast & dinner daily, plus 3 Formal Hall dinners (👔 bring smart clothes!)

  • Excursions: Oxford day trip + optional London visit (or Cambridge afternoon tea)

  • Pocket Money Recommendation: £80 per week (for lunch + souvenirs)

  • Transfer Service: London Heathrow, £180 each way

  • English Requirement: Upper-intermediate (B2)

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📖 Course Description

If you are fascinated by design, buildings, and societies, or are considering pursuing a career in Architecture, this program is the perfect fit.

This summer, you’ll sketch the blueprint of your future by learning alongside peers from across the world, thriving through one-on-one tutorials with university experts, and immersing yourself in the academic and social life of Cambridge.

Through small class sizes, you’ll explore architectural history, styles, and design practice — developing your drawing and project presentation skills, while experiencing life as a Cambridge student.

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🎓 Academic Experience

  • Explore university-level Architecture concepts with expert tutors.

  • Learn theoretical and historical foundations of design.

  • Develop hands-on drawing, sketching, and isometric/axonometric techniques.

  • Work towards a design project, culminating in A1 competition boards presented to tutors and peers.

  • Benefit from 1:1 tutorials tailored to your interests.

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🛠 Academic Skills Workshops

Alongside Architecture tutorials, students join Future & Academic Skills Workshops designed to prepare them for higher education and future careers:

  • Academic writing & research ✍️

  • Personal branding & interview skills 🎤

  • Time management & productivity ⏳

  • 21st Century technology skills 💻

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📝 Sample Modules

Module 1: Introduction to University-Level Architecture

  • What studying Architecture involves at university.

  • Overview of current architectural practice.

  • Guided Cambridge tour with on-site sketching of architectural details.

Module 2: Architectural Styles Through Time

  • Learn architectural foundations by exploring early examples.

  • Connect Cambridge’s architecture with theory and history.

  • Develop a framework for further analysis.

Module 3: Developing Sketching & Drawing Skills

  • Learn isometric and axonometric drawing (advanced techniques).

  • Create a set of technical drawings to build confidence & skills.

Module 4: Architecture Project – Presenting a Design Idea

  • Learn the practicalities of presenting designs to clients.

  • Build A1 competition boards of your proposal.

  • Present your project to tutors and peers.

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🏛 Accommodation & Meals

  • Stay in historic Cambridge colleges (many over 500 years old).

  • Rooms: Single occupancy, shared bathrooms (1 per 4 students). Limited ensuite available (priority for special needs).

  • Meals: Breakfast & dinner daily in college halls.

  • Formal Hall Dinners: 3 formal candlelit dinners (👔 bring smart clothes).

  • Separate male/female corridors (except for ensuite).

  • Wi-Fi in all colleges.

  • Dietary, medical, and religious needs fully catered for.

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🎭 Social Activities & Excursions

Led by Cambridge mentors (current undergraduates), the social calendar is full of fun and variety:

  • Punting on the River Cam 🚣

  • Zorb football ⚽

  • Murder mystery night 🕵️

  • Quiz night ❓

  • Movie night 🎬

  • Games night 🎲

  • Talent show 🎤

Excursions:

  • Day trip to Oxford University (with formal dinner).

  • Optional London trip (sightseeing + shopping).

  • Alternative: Afternoon tea in Cambridge.

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✈️ Arrival & Transfers

  • Arrival Day: Sunday, between 2–5 pm (rooms ready from 3 pm).

  • Heathrow Transfers:

  • Chaperoned service from Terminal 3.

  • Departures at 11:00, 14:00, and 17:00.

  • Return transfers at 07:00 & 12:00 on final Saturday.

  • Cost: £180 each way.

  • Alternative Travel: Details provided in Welcome Pack after enrolment.

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💷 Fees & Pocket Money

  • Transfer Fee: £180 each way.

  • Pocket Money: £80 per week (for lunch + souvenirs).

  • ATMs available; Visa & Mastercard widely accepted.

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✅ What’s Included

  • 13 nights’ accommodation in a Cambridge college.

  • Breakfast & dinner daily.

  • 30 hours of tutorials with Oxford/Cambridge tutors.

  • All study materials.

  • Future & Academic Skills workshops.

  • Personal design project + presentation.

  • 3 Formal Hall dinners (👔 bring smart clothes).

  • Full social program & excursions.

  • 2 coach excursions (Oxford + London).

  • Graduation ceremony & certificate.

  • Detailed written evaluation from your tutor.

  • Comprehensive summer school insurance.

  • Notebook & pen.

  • Mentor family photograph.

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✨ The Cambridge Pre-College Architecture Program (Ages 16–18) is your chance to explore architectural history, build design skills, and live as a Cambridge student while working towards your first professional-style design project.

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