Psychology Program - University of Sydney

Are you worried that your days will be full of studying with no time to see the sites or socialize?

• Cultural and social activities including Australian Football, Cricket and lots of opportunities for BBQ
• Engaging lessons,
• Interactive workshops and a plethora of social fun and discovery!

Our accommodation at St. Paul’s College offers the finest collegiate educational experience for our academic summer programme:

• Participants stay in comfortable single bedrooms with access to common rooms and event spaces for our social and cultural program.

• Males and females have separate accommodation, and there is wi-fi available throughout.

• Sydney Harbour Cruise
• Sports Tournament at Manly Beach
• Murder Mystery Night at the College
• Full-Day Excursion:
  • Explore Iconic Sydney Landmarks
  • Sydney Opera House
  • Australian Museum
  • Royal Botanic Gardens

Activities and excursions are run by our team of friendly mentors who are current University of Sydney students and city experts.

Arrival Time for the Programme

• **Recommended: **Between 14:00 and 16:00 on the first day

Upon Arrival:

• Head to Main Reception at St. Paul’s College

• Staff assistance for Welcome and Registration

• Receive Arrival Pack and Room Keys

Airport Transfer Service:

• For Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) arrivals

• Shared, chaperoned service

• Departs from Terminal 1

• Transfer times: 11:00 and 14:00 on Sunday

• Cost: £70 per journey

• Booking Deadline: 30th November 2023

Driving to the Programme:

• Short-stay visitor parking available on-site

• Entry via City Road gates, down the driveway

• Main office: through arched doorway on the left

• 35+ hours of academic sessions from Oxford University and Cambridge University tutors
• Academic skills workshops
• Personal project / presentation

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: An Introduction to Psychology

• Explore the complex study of mind and behavior
• Understand how we think, feel, and make decisions
• Investigate unconscious processes and neural mechanisms Module 2: Behavioral Genetics: Nature vs. Nurture
• Examine the genetic influence on psychological traits
• Explore the impact of upbringing and social environment
• Learn about biotechnology's role in studying behavior and genes Module 3: Cognitive Psychology: Seeing and Remembering
• Challenge perceptions of senses and memory
• Study cognitive illusions and brain sensitivity
• Discover how our brains process and interpret information Module 4: Personal Project
• Engage in an area of personal interest within psychology
• Present and discuss findings with peers
• Receive feedback from expert psychology tutors

Benjamin F:

• PhD Candidate and Undergraduate Supervisor, Department of Psychology, University of Cambridge.

• Doctoral Thesis: "Evidence, Bias and Replication in Animal Intelligence" – focuses on research processes in animal minds.

• Published 5 articles in international peer-reviewed journals.

• Delivered invited lectures at the American Psychological Association and Stockholm Cultural Evolution Symposium.

• Taught various undergraduate courses in Natural Sciences and Psychological and Behavioural Sciences at Cambridge.

• Graduated with a 1st Class degree in Natural Sciences from the University of Cambridge.

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?​​

• Transfer fee: per journey 90 USD (From Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport Terminal 1, 11:00 and 14:00. Available till 30th November 2023)

• 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

This program is suitable for:

• Students with at least a B2 level of English.

• Students aged 16-18 years old.

• Students are required to travel to Australia to join the programme in person.