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Future Pathways: Cambridge
Two weeks of undergraduate-level study in a historic University of Cambridge college, in small seminar groups led by expert tutors, ending with your own personal project.
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1 · Dates and fees
Summer 2027 dates and fees
Academic Pathway
Undergraduate-level study in your chosen subject, with seminars, 1:1 tutorials, masterclasses and a personal project.
Course dates
Subjects run on selected dates only – see the table below.
Optional extras
Ages 14+. Up to 8 UCAS points (UK) or 3 US college credits.
Merchandise, graduation photo, framed certificate and tutor’s letter of recommendation.
Subject to availability; refunded if not provided.
Fees are per student for 2 weeks. Optional extras are charged separately. Airport transfers are available at £150 each way.
2 · The setting
Live and learn in a Cambridge college
For two weeks, students experience the traditions, community and rhythm of college life, living and learning in a historic University of Cambridge college.
King’s College Chapel has stood over the city since 1515, and The Backs behind it are the lawns and river the colleges have shared for five centuries. The Fitzwilliam Museum, the Wren Library and Great St Mary’s Tower are all within a 10-minute walk of each other.
The programme has taught over 20,000 students from more than 120 nationalities since 2012. 97% of participants would recommend the programme.
3 · The summer programme
Academic Pathway: study at university level
Explore your chosen subject over two weeks, covering undergraduate-level topics. Your syllabus is designed and taught by expert tutors, most holding or working towards a doctorate.
Small seminars, two 1:1 tutorials, masterclasses and guest speakers lead to your own personal project, presented on the final Friday. Academic English develops through the subject itself, so non-native speakers gain fluency in context.
Subjects and dates
A dot shows when each subject runs. Subject availability may change.
| Subject | 27 Jun – 10 Jul | 4 – 17 Jul | 11 – 24 Jul | 18 – 31 Jul | 25 Jul – 7 Aug | 1 – 14 Aug |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Academic Pathway · ages 13–15 | ||||||
| Architecture | ||||||
| Business Management | ||||||
| Computer Science | ||||||
| Economics | ||||||
| Engineering | ||||||
| International Relations | ||||||
| Medicine | ||||||
| Natural Sciences | ||||||
| Physics | ||||||
| Psychology | ||||||
| Cambridge Academic Pathway · ages 16–18 | ||||||
| Architecture | ||||||
| Biology | ||||||
| Biotechnology | ||||||
| Business Management | ||||||
| Chemistry | ||||||
| Computer Science | ||||||
| Economics | ||||||
| Engineering | ||||||
| English Literature | ||||||
| International Relations | ||||||
| Law | ||||||
| Mathematics | ||||||
| Medicine | ||||||
| Philosophy, Politics and Economics | ||||||
| Physics | ||||||
| Psychology | ||||||
Timetable: an example fortnight
Two weeks studying Medicine at Cambridge. Every subject follows the same rhythm; your exact syllabus is designed by your tutor. Dark cells are 1:1 tutorials, masterclasses and guest sessions. Curfew 10pm.
| Time | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Differential diagnosis What it is, and why it shapes every treatment plan. | Signs and symptoms Reading the body, system by system. | Physiology of the heart How the heart is built and how it works. | Clinical examination A clinical examination walked through, step by step. | Surgical suturing: theory Suture types, techniques and precautions. | Full-day excursion to London Landmarks, museums and free time. | |
| Afternoon | Arrivals Transfer, keys and a mentor-led campus tour. Parents and guardians are welcome to join tours. | Taking a patient history | Systemic examination | Common cardiac conditions | 1:1 tutorial Discuss your work and goals with your tutor. | Surgical suturing: practical | |
| Late afternoon | Mentor walking tour Central Cambridge and the corners tourists miss. | Masterclass workshop How to communicate and think critically. | Scavenger hunt | Personal project supervision | Sports and games | ||
| Evening | Welcome talk and ice-breakers | STEAM challenge | Murder mystery | Board game night | Quiz night | Black tie night | Private study with your mentor |
| Time | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Punting Chauffeured along the Backs. | Catheters | ABCDE Managing a medical emergency. | Triage | The four pillars of medical ethics | Project presentation Your personal project, presented to the group. | Departures Final farewells, then sign out and transfers. |
| Afternoon | Free time in Cambridge Explore in groups at your own pace. | Tubes and injections | Reading an ECG | Emergency case scenarios | 1:1 tutorial Final feedback and advice from your tutor. | Project presentations continued | |
| Late afternoon | Masterclass workshop Confidence and creativity. | Guest speaker | Personal project supervision | Talent show prep | Graduation ceremony Certificates, speeches and celebration. | ||
| Evening | Mentor fireside chat | Dragons’ Den | Cake and create | Movie night | Talent show | Formal dinner Final night party |
Activities and excursions
Mentors run a full social programme, from STEAM challenges and murder mysteries to a black tie night, talent show and final night party.
Accommodation and care
Included in every course
Commuter students join the full course and afternoon activities, returning home each day. Accommodation, breakfast, dinner, evening activities and weekend excursions are not included; lunch is included on 13–15 courses.
Book your place for summer 2027
Places are limited, and popular subjects fill early. A £2,000 deposit secures a place. Complete the booking form, or send us an enquiry and we’ll help you choose the right course, subject and dates. You can also email info@summerschool-uk.com.
New to booking? Read the course booking procedure. The programme is run by an independent provider and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the universities named on this page.