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

⚖️ Advanced Pre-University Course in Law

📍 Cambridge Colleges | Ages 16–18

This intensive Law Summer Programme introduces students to the foundations of legal study while offering practical experience and insight into the legal profession. With a curriculum covering constitutional, criminal, human rights, and EU law, participants will explore legal theory and see the law in action through dynamic academic sessions and visits, including the Cambridge Magistrates’ Court.

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📚 Academic Experience

• Learn directly from expert tutors at world-class universities (Cambridge, Oxford, Harvard).

• Small class sizes averaging 7 students (maximum of 12) encourage discussion and debate.

• Take part in LNAT preparation workshops to learn strategies for the Law National Aptitude Test.

• Academic Skills Workshops: build confidence, strengthen study habits, and prepare for university-level study. Topics have included Productivity Tips and 21st Century Technology Skills.

• Designed for students with at least upper-intermediate English (B2 level).

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🔑 Sample Modules

1. The Separation of Powers 🏛️

• Explore this cornerstone of British constitutionalism.

• Discuss its purpose, value, and the complexities when all branches of the state both make and interpret law.

1. Equality Before the Law ⚖️

• Examine the role of equality in the UK constitutional framework.

• Debate whether equality is a procedural rule or a substantive legal principle.

• Discuss how the state should respect this principle in modern contexts.

1. Evil Laws and Evil Legal Systems 📜

• Explore the conflict between natural law theory and legal positivism.

• Analyse how courts handle unjust or “evil” legal systems.

• Study the Nuremburg Trials as a grounding example.

1. Criminal Law in Practice 👩‍⚖️

• Role-play a criminal law case (as witness, accused, victim, lawyer, or judge).

• Gain insight into courtroom procedure.

• Develop oratory, argument, and advocacy skills.

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🏛 Accommodation & Dining

• 13 nights in a central Cambridge college.

• 🏰 Historic colleges with unique culture and tradition (many over 500 years old; no air conditioning).

• 🛏 Bedrooms:

• Single occupancy with shared bathrooms (1 per 4).

• Limited ensuite rooms prioritised for additional needs (ensuite corridors may be mixed-gender).

• 📶 Wi-Fi available throughout all colleges.

• 🔒 Rooms secured with locks; housekeeping access for maintenance.

• 👫 Requests for siblings/friends to be housed nearby considered.

• 🍴 Breakfast and dinner included daily.

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🍽 Formal Hall Tradition

• Attend Formal Hall twice during your stay — a traditional candlelit dinner in Cambridge dining halls.

• ✨ An unforgettable experience where history meets elegance.

• 👔 So remember to bring some smart clothes for these occasions!

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🎉 Social & Cultural Activities

• A lively social programme led by friendly mentors, including:

• 🚣 Punting on the River Cam

• ⚽ Zorb football

• 🎲 Games night

• 🎥 Movie night

• ❓ Quiz night

• 🎤 Talent show

• 🕵️ Murder mystery evening

• Mentors are dedicated to ensuring students enjoy a safe, memorable experience.

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🚌 Excursions

• 🌟 Day trip to Oxford and its colleges.

• 🏙 Optional day trip to London for sightseeing and shopping.

• 🍰 Students not attending London will enjoy afternoon tea in Cambridge.

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✈️ Travel & Arrival Details

• 🕑 Arrival: Sunday between 2–5 pm (rooms ready by 3 pm). Registration and orientation included.

• 🚐 Heathrow Transfers: Shared service from Terminal 3 to Cambridge colleges (£180 each way):

• Departures on arrival Sunday: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00.

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

• Pastoral team meets participants at all Heathrow terminals.

• 📦 Alternative arrivals supported; details provided in the Welcome Pack.

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✅ What’s Included

• 🏛 13 nights in a Cambridge (or Oxford) college.

• 🍴 Breakfast & dinner daily (lunch included for ages 13–15).

• 📚 30 hours of academic sessions.

• 📖 Carefully designed lecture & study materials.

• 👩‍🏫 Mentor programme & support access.

• 🎉 Full social activities programme.

• 🚌 2 excursions (Oxford + London/afternoon tea).

• 🍽 2 Formal Dinners (bring smart clothes!).

• 🧾 Comprehensive summer school insurance.

• 🎓 Graduation ceremony + certificate.

• 📝 Detailed evaluation from your tutor.

• 📔 Notebook & pen.

• 📸 Mentor family photograph.

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💰 Pocket Money Advice

We recommend ~£80 per week for lunches (for students 16+), souvenirs, and personal expenses. ATMs and banks are widely available, and Visa/Mastercard are accepted everywhere.