Supreme Summer Future Doctor Program for Teenagers at Headington School Campus in Oxford

Course Description: Supreme Summer Future Doctor Program for Teenagers at Headington School Campus in Oxford

🩺 Future Doctors – Two-Week Programme

Discover how the human body works and what it truly means to become a doctor.

Hosted at the beautiful Headington Oxford Summer School, this two-week course gives students aged 13–16 a practical introduction to the world of medicine and healthcare. It combines hands-on learning, medical science, and ethics to inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Students receive 15 hours of academic tuition per week, in small classes of no more than 15 students, alongside excursions, workshops, and activities. Each course ends with a celebratory Time to Shine ceremony, where students present what they’ve learned to classmates and staff.

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🔍 What You’ll Learn

The Future Doctors programme is designed for curious young people who want to understand both the science and humanity behind medicine.

Over two weeks, students are introduced to core areas such as anatomy, physiology, pathology, and diagnostics—exploring how doctors identify and treat illness. Learning is practical and interactive, using case studies, clinical simulations, and medical scenarios that show how theory connects with real-life decision-making.

The course also explores ethics and responsibility in healthcare. Students discuss real-world dilemmas, debate public-health topics, and consider the impact of research and technology on modern medicine. These conversations build empathy, critical thinking, and the ability to reflect—key traits of any good doctor.

By the end of the programme, participants have a clearer understanding of what medical study involves, along with stronger teamwork, communication, and analytical skills useful for any future academic or professional path.

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📚 Course Modules

Module 1: The Human Body in Focus

🧠 Explore the structure and function of key body systems like the heart, lungs, and brain. Through guided study and demonstrations, learn how the body stays healthy—and what happens when it doesn’t. This foundation in anatomy and physiology underpins all future medical learning.

Module 2: Ethics in Medicine

💉 Step into a doctor’s shoes! Practise essential skills such as taking patient histories, performing basic examinations, and diagnostic reasoning using real-life case studies. Simulated exercises show how science translates into clinical practice.

Module 3: How to Become a Medical Student

🩸 Medicine isn’t just science—it’s about people. Debate ethical questions around consent, patient choice, and medical research. Explore how innovation and technology are shaping the future of healthcare, and discover what it really takes to pursue medicine.

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🧠 Your Learning Journey

• Medical Knowledge: Understand anatomy, physiology, and the mechanisms of disease.

• Practical Skills: Take part in clinical simulations, first-aid training, and diagnostic exercises.

• Ethical Awareness: Explore moral questions such as confidentiality, consent, and patient care.

• Communication & Teamwork: Collaborate on case studies and group projects, building confidence in explaining complex ideas clearly.

• Medical School Guidance: Learn about academic pathways and what universities look for in aspiring doctors.

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🌟 Benefits of the Course

• Perfect for aspiring doctors who want both theory and hands-on experience

• Strengthen understanding of human biology and medical systems

• Practise first aid with certified instruction

• Discuss real medical issues and modern healthcare challenges

• Develop presentation, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Build confidence and insight through teamwork and reflection

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🎓 Course Takeaways

✅ Strong foundation in medical sciences

✅ Practical first-aid and clinical experience

✅ Awareness of ethics and responsibilities in healthcare

✅ Skills in collaboration, presentation, and reflection

✅ Inspiration and readiness for future medical studies

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🌆 Excursions & Cultural Learning

Each two-week session includes three full-day excursions to top UK destinations.

• All students visit London at least once 🌍

• Other destinations include Oxford, Bath, and sometimes Bristol

• Trips are fully supervised and led by staff, with structured itineraries

• Students enjoy short, supervised exploration time in small groups (with parental consent)

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🏡 Accommodation & Dining (Headington Oxford)

Students stay in separate boarding houses for boys and girls.

• Single, twin, and small dorm rooms (3–5 students)

• Shared bathrooms and common lounges for socialising

• Caring House Parents and residential staff on-site

🍽 Meals

• Continental breakfast daily (full English three times per week)

• Two hot meal choices for lunch and dinner, including vegetarian options

• Salad bar, fresh bread, fruit, and desserts daily

• Evening drinks and biscuits

• Packed lunches for excursions

  Meals are served in a bright, spacious dining hall with outdoor seating 🌿.

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🧾 What’s Included

✅ 15 hours of academic content per week

✅ Small class sizes (max. 15 students)

✅ Social programme and excursions

✅ Certified First Aid Training

✅ End-of-course report and certificate

✅ Accommodation and all meals

✅ Travel insurance

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✈️ Airport Transfers (Optional, Supplementary Cost)

The Supreme Airport Transfer Service offers safe and reliable transport to and from Headington Oxford.

• Available for Heathrow Airport flights

• Operates on arrival/departure days (09:00–17:00)

• £120–£130 per journey

• Transport by staffed private coach, minibus, or taxi, depending on numbers

• Staff in yellow T-shirts greet students and escort them directly to school

• For other airports or special circumstances, please coordinate with our advisor before booking

• Flights should match course arrival and departure dates for smooth transfers

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💷 Pocket Money Advice

💰 Recommended: £70 per week

💳 Prefer bank cards (some shops are card-only)

💵 If cash, use small notes (£5, £10, £20; avoid £50s)

🔐 Money stored securely in the school safe and collected before excursions

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🧭 At a Glance

• Ages 12–16

• 15 hours of academic study per week

• Certified First Aid Training

• 3 major excursions (London guaranteed)

• Boarding accommodation and full meals included

• Supportive, experienced staff and House Parents

• Optional airport transfers