Year 12 Summer Schools

Maths, Computer Science, Architecture, Medicine, Dentistry, Theology, History of Art, Classics, Chemistry, Law, Engineering, English Literature, History, Economics, Politics, Psychology, Physics, Biology, Geography, Philosophy, Veterinary, Languages (French, Spanish, German).

The Summer Schools are also open to ambitious Year 10 and Year 11 students.

Overview

Our Online Summer Schools offer a taster of university level courses, to aid students in the application process, particularly for Oxbridge/ Ivy League. All summer courses introduce students to university level topics and encourage development of sought after skills such as debate, flexible thinking, logical thinking, problem solving and oracy. These are skills that Oxford and Cambridge in particular are looking for when it comes to interview.

Our Hosts

All online summer courses are run by one Oxford tutor and one Cambridge tutor in each particular subject. Students are given the opportunity to learn from some brilliant minds, such as a Systems Engineer at Jaguar Land Rover (1st Class Cambridge Engineering graduate) or Master’s Researcher in Evolutionary Biology (1st Class Oxford Biology graduate). All of our summer school hosts are also experienced university application tutors, particularly for Oxbridge.

Key Dates

The Top UK and US University/ Oxbridge Summer Schools run over an 8-week period: July to August. Each subject-specific course is composed of a series of eight, 1.5hr weekly masterclasses pushing students to think “beyond the syllabus” and explore a range of cutting-edge content related to their subject. The specific dates for each summer school can be found when you view the course outlines below.

Our Summer Schools for Year 12 students are run by our co-curricular division, Minds Underground™. Each online course is designed to engage students beyond the curriculum, providing exciting content to include on their personal statement and to discuss at university interviews.

Content Ideas For Your Personal Statement

Our Summer Schools are designed to provide a taster of an array of exciting university level topics, that stretch students beyond what they may study at school. Each of the sessions provide fantastic content ideas for the personal statement.

The sessions hosts will suggest further reading and questions to think about with each masterclass and encourage students to make connections between concepts, themes and theorists. This is a key attribute that admissions tutors are looking for, and is critical for success at Oxford and Cambridge.

The Summer School sessions are highly discursive (emulating an Oxbridge tutorial or supervision), designed to encourage an open debate of ideas and critical discussion/ problem solving. Students will gain confidence in vocalising their ideas and talking through their logical thinking process, a key skill Oxbridge admissions tutors are looking for.

Most crucially, each course is hosted by two Oxbridge tutors in the subject. All of our Summer School hosts are experienced Oxbridge interview tutors and will often pose interview style questions to the group, offering tips and strategies for devising a strong, well-structured answer.

Preparation for Top UK University and Oxbridge Interviews

Summer Course Outlines

Click the relevant subject image to view the full course details and dates.

Year 12 Summer Schools Frequently Asked Questions FAQ

  • Our co-curricular division, Minds Underground’s, Online Summer Schools provide a glimpse into university-level courses, aiding students in the application process, especially for prestigious institutions like Oxbridge and top US/ Ivy League. Our courses focus on introducing students to university-level topics and fostering essential skills such as debate, flexible thinking, logical thinking, problem-solving, and oracy—qualities highly sought after by institutions like Oxford and Cambridge during interviews.

  • Each online summer course is typically led by both an Oxford and a Cambridge tutor specialising in the respective subject. Our tutors are highly inspiring, such as a Systems Engineer at Jaguar Land Rover (a 1st Class Cambridge Engineering graduate) or a Master’s Researcher in Evolutionary Biology (a 1st Class Oxford Biology graduate). All our summer school hosts are experienced university application tutors, particularly for Oxbridge.

  • The summer schools span an 8-week period from July to August. Each subject-specific course consists of eight weekly masterclasses, each lasting 1.5 hours. These masterclasses challenge students to think "beyond the syllabus" and delve into cutting-edge content related to their chosen subject. Specific dates for each summer school can be found in the course outlines provided below.

  • Our summer schools aim to equip students with skills crucial for successful university applications. By exposing them to advanced topics and fostering skills like debate, flexible thinking, logical thinking, problem-solving, and oracy, we prepare students for the rigorous demands of top-tier institutions, particularly during Oxbridge interviews.

  • Yes, we offer specialised summer programs for high school students, specifically tailored for those in year 12, but also open to younger ambitious students. Our courses cater to the academic needs and aspirations of students at this crucial stage of their education.

  • Absolutely! We encourage students to explore a variety of subjects, particularly if unsure of university course choice at this stage. You can enrol in multiple summer courses, allowing you to delve into areas like engineering, economics, medicine, psychology, and more, tailored to your academic interests.

  • Detailed course outlines and specific dates for each summer school can be found by navigating to the respective course pages. Explore the exciting content each course offers and plan your summer learning experience with U2 Tuition.

    If you have any additional questions or need further assistance, feel free to contact us.

  • To apply for the Oxbridge summer schools, simply visit our course pages, select the desired programme, and follow the application instructions provided.

    If you have further inquiries or need assistance with the application process, feel free to reach out to us. We look forward to welcoming you to our summer schools!