Broadening Horizons for 16 - 18s

Overview

The Broadening Horizons programme attracts international pre-University students from all over the world each summer. The programme combines academic work, with practical workshops and exciting activities in Oxford. The programme also includes the option to travel to locations of historic interest in the afternoons and weekends.

General Information

The Broadening Horizons programme is a chance for students aged 16 to 18 years to travel to the UK and participate in one of our most challenging and rewarding programmes available. Students live on the campus of Oxford University and take academic classes in major and minor areas of their choosing.

One of the things that makes this programme stand out is that it is a truly international summer school. Last summer students came from all over the world and many students reported that making friendships with students living thousands of miles away was a magical experience. In addition, because we run courses for both fluent and non-fluent speakers, the two groups have the opportunity to come together during social and cultural events.

The course consists of the following elements:

• Academic Major

• Academic Minor

• Practical Workshop

• Cultural Activities in Oxford

• Social Programme

Optional Extra elements are:

• Coach trips

• Weekend(s) away

• Private tutoring

• OxfordSure Insurance

• Taxi Collection/Drop Off

Academic Options

Students choose major and minor options from the following list (subject to minimum 4 persons per group). All courses are two weeks in duration. A student staying for 4 weeks will need to change major and minor after the first 2 weeks is complete.

Sciences and Mathematics

• Algebra and Trigonometry

• Chemistry

• Medical Biology

• Physics

• Pre-Calculus

• Economics Introductory Course

• Probability and Statistics

• Experimental Psychology

Social Sciences

• English Legal System

• Business Management

• Politics and International Relations

• Archaeology and Anthropology

Humanities

• English Literature

• Creative Writing

• British History

• Introduction to Classical Civilisations

Private Tutorials

• Available on request

Afternoon Workshops

Afternoon workshops run on Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons. Students staying for 2 weeks should choose 2 options (one per week). Students staying for four weeks should choose 4 options (one per week). When a group is full up, students will no longer be able to choose that option.

The options are:

• Journalism

• Essay Writing Skills

• British Film Studies

• Shakespeare Immersion

• Youth Leadership

• Oxford’s Museums and Gardens

• Business Challenge

• Debating Class

Evening Social

Social events are organised every night in Oxford, including cinema, theatre, quiz evenings, debate contests and international student parties.

Coach Excursions

For students wishing to take part in coach excursions, there are optional trips to British heritage sites, giving students first-hand knowledge of Britain’s colourful past. Opportunities include London, Stonehenge, Roman Bath, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick Castle and Broughton Castle.

Weekend Excursions

Students may also take part in expeditions to Paris, Brussels, Edinburgh and Cornwall, where students have the chance to learn more about each location’s history and cultural significance.

Oxford

The alma mater of many famous poets, scientists and politicians, Oxford is a magnificent town full of ancient colleges, museums and parks. It would be easy to spend a lifetime exploring without leaving the city: there is just so much to see and do!

Campus Life

July Accommodation: St. Catherine’s College

Single rooms on the campus are provided, which are modern, homely and well lit. The rooms are within short walking distance of the teaching rooms, dining hall and computer room. Internet access is available in the bedrooms with the appropriate cables. There is a common room with TV, pool table and comfy chairs for relaxing in the evenings. More information at www.stcatz.ox.ac.uk

August Accommodation: Oriel College

Oriel College is located right in the heart of Oxford in Oriel Square just off the High Street and is a short stroll through Christ Church Meadows to the river. The accommodation is single rooms with shared bathrooms that all look over the main quads and lawns. The third quad lawn has the distinction of being one of the few in Oxford on which you can walk, sit and study on. Oriel has some of the friendliest Porters in Oxford who keep the college safe and secure and are also invaluable sources of local information.

See www.oriel.ox.ac.uk

Financial Aid

See information under Fees and Dates.

Arriving and Departing

Students arrive on a Sunday and depart on a Saturday. The first event is the Welcome Reception for students and parents at 5 pm on the Sunday of arrival. The last commitment is breakfast on the Saturday of departure.

More information & Applications

If you require more information, feel free to browse the website or email us with your questions.

Application

You can either book online or you can download a paper application form and send it back to us.

If you require any support, please either email us or give us a call on +44 (0) 845 130 60 21.

Deposit

There is a booking deposit of £395.00 to accompany your application. Confirmation of your place will be sent to you once your application form has been processed.