Business and Finance Summer Camp at University College London

Course Description: Business and Finance Summer Camp at University College London

This Business, Finance & Enterprise Summer Programme is a university-led academic experience delivered on the Bloomsbury campus in the heart of central London. Designed for ambitious students interested in global business, finance, and entrepreneurship, the programme blends rigorous academic teaching, industry exposure, and cultural immersion within a true university environment.

Students live and study like undergraduates—attending lectures delivered by university lecturers, engaging in applied workshops, completing collaborative projects, and exploring the UK’s leading universities and business hubs through fully supervised excursions.

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📍 Campus & Location

Teaching takes place in UCL academic buildings on the Bloomsbury campus, London’s historic academic quarter. Student accommodation is located at Garden Halls, approximately a 10-minute walk from classrooms.

This central Zone 1 location places students within walking distance of major cultural landmarks, museums, and business districts, offering a fully immersive London university experience.

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🍽️ Meals (Fully Included)

All meals are fully included for both residential and day students.

• Breakfast & Dinner: Served daily at Garden Halls

• Lunch: Provided at the UCL refectory

• Excursion Days: Packed lunches provided

All dietary requirements are accommodated, including vegetarian, vegan, halal, and food allergies.

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🗓️ A Day in the Life (Weekdays)

Morning (09:00–12:00)

Students attend faculty-specific academic classes delivered by university lecturers. Sessions combine lectures, seminars, case discussions, and problem-solving workshops focused on business and finance topics.

Lunch

Students dine together at the UCL refectory, encouraging peer interaction and community building.

Afternoon

Afternoons focus on experiential and enrichment learning, including:

• University visits

• Industry and company visits

• Museum-based academic learning

• Faculty-led applied workshops

Evening

Evenings include:

• Guest lectures and career talks

• Capstone project work and mentoring

• Supervised social and cultural activities

Typical Day: 08:30 – 21:30

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🗓️ Weekends & Full-Day Excursions (Included)

Weekends are fully programmed and included:

• Oxford University Visit – guided college tour (including Magdalen College), academic context, and city exploration

• Cambridge University Visit – guided college tour (including King’s College), academic insight, and traditional punting

• London Cultural Day – museums, landmarks, and cultural institutions

• Brighton Coastal Excursion – full-day seaside experience including Brighton Pier and The Lanes

All excursions are fully supervised, with organised transport and pastoral staff present at all times.

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👩‍🏫 Teaching Staff

All teaching is delivered by university lecturers from leading UK universities, ensuring academic depth, credibility, and exposure to university-level teaching standards.

Sample Lecturers Include:

• Professor Anna Chechel (University of Cambridge)

• Dr. Nadine Randel (University of Cambridge)

• Ms. Christiane Cladrow (University of Edinburgh)

• Dr. Anita Karsa (University of Cambridge)

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📚 Faculty of Business, Finance & Enterprise

Detailed Sample Curriculum

Core Module 1: Introduction to Business & Management

This module provides a strong foundation in how modern organisations operate. Students explore organisational structures, leadership styles, decision-making frameworks, and operational management. Real-world case studies help students understand how businesses respond to competition, regulation, and global economic change. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, leadership responsibility, and strategic thinking.

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Core Module 2: Financial Literacy & Financial Management

Students develop a comprehensive understanding of financial principles essential for business success. Topics include budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, profit and loss analysis, and investment fundamentals. Students learn to read and interpret financial statements, assess business performance, and evaluate financial risk—skills essential for both entrepreneurs and future finance professionals.

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Core Module 3: Marketing & Consumer Insights

This module explores how businesses identify, attract, and retain customers. Students study consumer behaviour, branding, market research, and digital marketing strategies. Through practical exercises, they learn how to design marketing campaigns, analyse market data, and position products effectively in competitive global markets.

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Core Module 4: Entrepreneurship & Business Innovation

Students explore the entrepreneurial mindset and the process of turning ideas into viable businesses. Topics include opportunity identification, innovation strategy, business model development, risk assessment, and pitching ideas to stakeholders. Students work collaboratively to develop business concepts, gaining experience in problem-solving, creativity, and strategic planning.

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🏢 Industry & Academic Visits (Sample)

Fintech & Digital Innovation Visit

Students explore how financial technology is reshaping banking, payments, and global commerce, with insight into blockchain, digital assets, and emerging financial trends.

Mixed Reality Business Simulations

Using immersive technology, students step into simulated business environments to practise strategic decision-making, leadership, and crisis management in a risk-free setting.

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🧭 Activities Outside Lessons

• University and faculty-led campus visits

• Industry visits aligned to academic pathways

• Museums and academic institutions

• Career masterclasses and guest speakers

• Team-building and leadership activities

• London walking tours, South Bank evening walk, London Eye experience

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🏠 Accommodation – Garden Halls (UCL)

Residential students stay in single ensuite rooms at Garden Halls.

Features Include:

• 24-hour security and staffed reception

• Secure access barriers

• On-site laundry facilities

• Wi-Fi and social spaces

• Cinema room, games rooms, and landscaped gardens

Accommodation is full board, including daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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🛡️ Safety & Supervision

• 24/7 accommodation security

• Supervised movement to all activities and excursions

• Curfews, room checks, and clear conduct policies

• Dedicated on-site pastoral and academic staff

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✈️ Airport Transfer Assistance

Optional airport transfers are available to all London airports at an additional cost of £300 return (£150 each way).

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📜 Certification & Academic Outcomes

Students receive:

• Certificate of Completion

• Academic Report Card

• Letter of Recommendation from a university lecturer

• 12-month access to an academic resource database

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🌍 Visa Guidance (International Students)

International students attend under a UK Visitor Visa, where required. Visa guidance is provided after enrolment.

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🎒 Day Students

Day students receive all programme elements except accommodation:

• All meals included

• Full weekday and weekend programme

• Academic teaching, activities, and excursions included

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🧳 What to Bring

• Laptop (essential)

• Weather-appropriate clothing (variable UK climate)

• Smart/formal attire for graduation and presentations

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📱 Mobile Phone Policy

Students are encouraged to use mobile phones constructively for research and academic work. Usage is supervised and guided.

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📌 Minimum English Requirement

Minimum English Level: B2+