Exceptional Pre-College Law Program for High Schoolers at Cambridge University
Queen_s college cambridge
University of Cambridge Campus, UK

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

age icon 16-18 years old

time icon 2 weeks

book icon Weekly hours: 20

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June - Day

Start 6/28/2026
End 7/11/2026
Duration 2 Weeks
Price £5,995

June - Boarding

Start 6/28/2026
End 7/11/2026
Duration 2 Weeks
Price £7,495

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 7/26/2026
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

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.

Activities

  • Outside of lessons, enjoy a busy and diverse social program including punting on the River Cam, zorb football, games night, movie night, quiz night, talent show and a murder mystery night at the college.
  • All activities and excursions are led by our team of friendly mentors, dedicated to maximizing your enjoyment.

Accommodations

  • College allocation based on dates and subject choice, assigned a few weeks before arrival.

  • All colleges are central, historical, with unique culture and character.

  • Accommodations designed for study, not luxury; many buildings over 500 years old, no air conditioning.

  • Accommodation requests for friends/siblings considered where possible.

  • Separate male and female accommodations in each college; wi-fi available throughout.

  • Single occupancy rooms with shared bathrooms (one per four participants); some ensuite facilities available, prioritized for additional needs.

  • Mixed-gender corridors for ensuite facilities; gender-separated corridors for shared bathrooms.

  • Welcome Pack includes possible college details for program dates.

  • Rooms secured with locks, housekeeping access for maintenance.

  • Breakfast and dinner included on campus

  • Host venues accommodate all dietary requirements, special attention to religious observances and medical needs (Please let us know if you need to follow any particular religious observances or have any medical requirements that we need to know about.)

  • As a student, you will experience formal dinner three times during your stay: once per week in Cambridge and at an Oxford University college on the excursion day, making formal hall a memorable occasion, so remember to bring some smart clothes!

Excursions

  • Two excursions offered: a day trip to visit Oxford and its colleges, and an optional day out in London to see famous landmarks and enjoy shopping.
  • If you opt out of the London trip, you're invited to afternoon tea in Cambridge.

Transportation

  • Arrival Time: Participants should arrive between 2 pm and 5 pm on the first Sunday of the program, with registration and accommodation showings upon arrival (accommodation ready by 3 pm).

  • London Heathrow Airport Transfers: Shared airport transfer service available from Heathrow Terminal 3 directly to Cambridge/Oxford colleges. Pastoral team to meet participants at any Heathrow terminal and escort to Terminal 3.

  • Transfer departures at 11:00, 14:00, and 17:00 on arrival Sunday; return transfers to London Heathrow Airport depart at 07:00 and 12:00 on the final Saturday.

  • Transfer Fee: Available for booking post-enrollment at £180 each way.

  • Detailed information is provided closer to the program date, including contact numbers.

  • Alternative Arrivals: For those arriving at different airports or by other means, details are in the Welcome Pack sent after enrolment confirmation.

Lesson Plan

  • 40 hours of academic sessions from Oxford University and Cambridge University tutors
  • Carefully designed study and lecture materials
  • Mentor program and access to support material

Academic Skills Workshops:

  • Unlock participants’ potential, giving them the tools to prepare for the next steps of their education and future goals.
  • Focus on enhancing study skills
  • Support for university-level learning
  • Diverse and enriching range of topics – past examples have ranged from ‘Productivity tips’ to ’21st Century Technology Skills’.
  • Unique learning experience outside traditional schools

Sample Modules:

Module 1: The Separation of Powers

  • Discuss the separation of powers in liberal-democratic politics and British constitutionalism
  • Examine the purpose, value, and complexities of this principle

Module 2: Equality Before the Law

  • Explore the role of equality in the UK constitutional framework
  • Debate whether equality is a procedural or substantive norm
  • Focus on how the state respects this principle in a modern context

Module 3: Evil Laws and Evil Legal Systems

  • Delve into the conflict between natural law theory and legal positivism
  • Analyze the implications of law concepts on handling evil laws and systems
  • Study the Nuremburg trials to understand practical implications

Module 4: Criminal Law in Practice

  • Participate in a criminal law case role-play
  • Experience various legal roles in the justice system
  • Develop understanding of law in action and oratory skills

Sample timetable Academic insights 2024

Sample Tutors

Ann Kristin Glenster:

  • Ann Kristin Glenster is a Senior Policy Advisor for Technology Governance and Law at the University of Cambridge Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy.

Guest Speakers from Previous Summers:

  • Abi Oyepitan - Former Olympian: A two-time Olympian and Commonwealth Gold and Silver winning track and field athlete.

  • Dr Lynda Shaw - Neuroscientist & entrepreneur: A journey in personal development - how to create your own set of tools to fast track success

  • Dr Nigel Warburton - Philosopher, author & journalist: How do great people find answers to deep and meaningful questions?​​

Extras

  • Transfer Fee: £180 each way.

  • Pocket Money Advice: Money we recommend that participants bring £80 per week to cover lunch each day, plus any souvenirs that they may wish to purchase. Various banks and ATMs are available throughout Cambridge, and Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted.

Security

  • This program is accredited by British Accreditation Council (BAC)

  • Meets global standards for academic provision and student welfare

  • Top priority for participant safety

  • Staff undergo enhanced background checks and safeguarding training

  • Participants assigned to a “Mentor Family” of 10 students

  • Mentors offer support, advice, and share their experiences

  • School management and supervision is managed by senior, experienced College Managers in Cambridge, Oxford, London, and Sydney

  • College Managers trained to Level 3 Safeguarding standards

  • Resident summer team and college personnel supervise sites 24/7

  • Encourage student independence within safe boundaries

  • Team supervision ensures safe and rewarding experience

Requirements

  • This program is designed for students with at least an upper-intermediate level of English (B2). If you are unsure if you meet this requirement, please contact with our advisor.

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