Course Description

Oxford University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world, with a history of over 800 years.  The summer program gives students insight into what it is like to study at university and allows them to make friends from around the world.

The International Relations course at Oxford introduces students to important contemporary political and humanitarian issues. Students study real-life political models and analyze and debate global issues.  Students apply their knowledge during interactive role-play scenarios.  Students are encouraged to think about issues from the perspectives of multiple countries, which helps develop an understanding of diplomacy, critical thinking, and debate.  

The course culminates in a Model UN congress, held before an audience, in which all students play the role of a delegate from a specific country.

Featured Modules (Sample) Module 1 - Peacemaking and Diplomacy Module 2 - The UN and NATO Module 3 - Human Rights

The summer school program includes:

• 20 Hours Tuition per week
• Social Programme (Afternoon & Evening)
• 2 Full-day Excursions (Per 2 week course)
• End of Course Report and Certificate

Students also gain access to an online learning platform "The Future Skills Programme" which consists of several short online courses that teach communication, leadership, and other practical skills.

Food and Accommodation

Students live at Oxford University student accommodation in Wycliff Hall.  Student rooms are single or twin study bedrooms.  Male and female students are housed in separate parts of the dormitory, with shared spaces in common. Dormitories and other facilities are cleaned regularly.  Weekly laundry service is included.

Outside trips

A full social program is included as part of all Oxford summer courses. Organized activities include sports, museum visits, and punting, as well as the opportunities for students to have leisure time in the city centre.  Other offerings include Formal College Dining and trips to the theatre. Students can also explore Oxford in their free time.

Transportation

Airport transfers are available at supplementary cost.  

Covid regulations

We will implement all guidance prescribed by the UK at the time of the course.  This may include but is not limited to: social distancing, testing, ventilation, face masks, hand sanitizing, and a limit of the number of students in one classroom.

Cancellation rules

Insurance, including for Covid, is included as part of the course fee.  In the event that students cannot travel on the course start date due to international travel restrictions (i.e. country is on UK government’s Amber or Red travel list), students will receive a full refund, postponement to a later 2022 date, or rollover to 2023 course. No additional charges will apply.  Under other circumstances:

• A non-refundable deposit payment of £700.00 per student is due 48 hours after submitting a booking.  Cancellations must be made in writing and take effect from the date we receive such notice. 
• Where a cancellation is made more than 30 days prior to the course start date, there will be a refund of all Course Fees paid, minus the Deposit.
• In the event that a cancellation is made less than 30 days prior to the course start date, a refund will not be available, except in the case of valid visa refusal or at our sole discretion.  In this case, there will be no refund for any missed elements of the Course (including the Course itself, English Plus, Academic Options, Transfers, etc.), and further charges may be applicable.