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Baixe 2-Week Oxford Summer Course: Building 21st Century Skills & Industry Experience e outras Slides em PDF para Inglês, somente na Docsity! 2022 Prospectus The UK’s Top Ranked Summer School OXFORD COLLEGE SUMMER SCHOOL Oxford College offers students aged 15-17 the unique opportunity to live and study in the inspiring setting of Oxford University. Students will follow in the footsteps of some of the world’s greatest minds, as they explore their chosen subject. Award-winning academic programmes have been expertly developed to bring to our students engaging and motivational programmes, featuring: seminars that blend subject input with active discussion, lectures to absorb knowledge, practicals to collaboratively lead a project and take a hands-on approach to learning. Giving students the unique opportunity to sample university-level academic tuition in authentic Oxbridge settings. Students will also have the opportunity to take part in industry-specific workshops that will give them a unique insight into the life and career of your chosen field. Alongside a comprehensive academic curriculum, students will have the opportunity to explore Oxford with their peers, visit university colleges, and take part in social events arranged by our staff. At the end of the course, all students enjoy a graduation ceremony at an iconic location. Oxford College Ages 15-17 Learn from top academics Prepare for your future Develop 21st century skills Meet peers from the UK and around world. Students from 151 different countries. Ranked Number 1 Summer School in EL Gazette between 2018 and 2021. Future focused, award-winning academic courses. Dates and prices 3rd July - 16th July 17th July - 30th July 31st July - 13th August For more information, including prices for optional extras and 3 and 4 week courses please visit the website or call +44 1943 878518 £4,950 £4,950 £4,950 2 Weeks Courses Business Medicine Law International Relations Politics and Economics Mathematics Delivered by inspirational teacher and tutors. - 2 - Contents About Oxford College 2 Accreditations and Awards 3 Why Choose Us 4 About Summer Boarding Courses 6 Programme Overview 7 Sample Timetable 8 Business 9 International Relations 10 Law 11 Politics and Economics 12 Medicine 13 Mathematics 14 Engineering 15 University Preparation 17 Research Project 18 Social Programme 19-21 Formal Graduation 22 Accommodation 23 Support and Our Staff 24-25 How to Apply 26 Engineering Structure Personal Statements 13:45 - 15:00 Electives 09:00 - 10:30 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdaySunday London Universities Excursion Breakfast 08:30 - 09:30 Evening Event 20:00 - 22:00 Wellbeing Programme 20:00 - 21:30 Evening Meet 22:00 - 22:30 W ee k 1 22:30 - All students to Rooms Dinner 19:00 - 20:00 Evening Event 20:00 - 21:30 Wellbeing Programme 20:00 - 21:30 Evening Event 20:00 - 21:30 Evening Event 20:00 - 21:30 Arrival Day Electives 09:00 - 10:30 Guest Lecture 09:00 - 10:30 Electives 09:00 - 10:30 Electives 09:00 - 10:30 Electives 11:00 - 12:30 Electives 11:00 - 12:30 Electives 11:00 - 12:30 Electives 11:00 - 12:30 Electives 11:00 - 12:30 Orientation Presentation Skills in Personal Statements 15:30 - 16:45 Industry Experience 13:45 - 15:00 Industry Experience 15:30 - 16:45 Strategies for Entrance Interviews 13:45 - 15:00 Interview Questions 15:30 - 16:45 Mock Entrance Interviews 13:45 - 15:00 Intro to Eton X 15:30 - 16:45 Break 10:30 - 11:00 Lunch 12:30 - 13:45 Break 15:00 - 15:30 Free Time 16:45 - 18:15 Evening Assembly 18:15 - 18:30 Dinner 18:30 - 19:30 Morning Assembly 08:45 - 09:00 Breakfast 07:45 - 08:45 Admissions Test 13:45 - 15:00 Electives 09:00 - 10:30 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdaySunday Departure Day Breakfast 08:30 - 09:30 Wellbeing Programme 20:00 - 21:30 Evening Meet 22:00 - 22:30 W ee k 2 Please note the above is given as an example and is subject to change. 22:30 - All students to Rooms Evening Event 20:00 - 21:30 Wellbeing Programme 20:00 - 21:30 Evening Event 20:00 - 21:30 Cambridge Excursion Electives 09:00 - 10:30 Guest Lecture 09:00 - 10:30 Electives 09:00 - 10:30 Electives 09:00 - 10:30 Electives 11:00 - 12:30 Electives 11:00 - 12:30 Electives 11:00 - 12:30 Electives 11:00 - 12:30 Electives 11:00 - 12:30 Admissions Test Strategy 15:30 - 16:45 Personal Statements - Readers Perspective 13:45 - 15:00 Effective Language for Personal Statements 15:30 - 16:45 Industry Experience 13:45 - 15:00 Industry Experience 15:30 - 16:45 Entrance Interviews Dealing with Pressure 13:45 - 15:00 Disguised questions Entrance Interviews 15:30 - 16:45 Break 10:30 - 11:00 Lunch 12:30 - 13:45 Break 15:00 - 15:30 Free Time 16:45 - 18:15 Evening Assembly 18:15 - 18:30 Dinner 18:30 - 19:30 Morning Assembly 08:45 - 09:00 Breakfast 07:45 - 08:45 Graduation 18:00 - 22:30 Wellbeing Programme 20:00 - 21:30 Lie in Garden Party 16:00 - 18:00 Packing & Free Time 14:00 - 16:00 Brunch 10:00 - 11:00 Oxford College Summer School is an academic study experience that helps prepare students for future university studies. The programme has been specifically developed for students aged 15-17 and combines a comprehensive academic curriculum with an engaging social programme, all within the inspiring setting of prestigious Oxford University colleges. There are a variety of academic courses available that cater for a wide range of interests. Along with their core elective study subject, students at Oxford College will benefit from: • University Preparation tuition • Self-presentation and research projects • Academic Excursions Students wanting to study two or more elective courses for one week only, can choose Academic Discovery. Please note to ensure placement at an appropriate level, there will be a short online English language test that students must complete before arriving at the college. Available Courses Oxford College also offers a fantastic range of social and wellbeing events in the afternoon and evenings, ensuring that students develop socially as well as academically. Oxford College students will go on 2 full day excursions per week, to visit some of the UK’s greatest cultural sites and famous cities. To conclude a memorable stay, each course culminates with our graduation evening, which provides students with a wonderful formal dining experience, certificate presentation and graduation celebration. From the moment of your first enquiry, our staff will be on hand throughout the process to support you until the end of your stay. Our expert Admissions Managers can help and advise on every aspect from travel arrangements to academic consultancy. Oxford College Summer School is operated by Summer Boarding Courses Ltd who will handle all payments and enquiries. Summer Boarding Courses is an organisation that contracts with University College and Wycliffe Hall for the use of facilities, but has no formal connection with the University of Oxford. Programme Overview Business Medicine LawInternational Relations Politics and Economics Mathematics - 7 - Monday Design Sprint – Establish a niche in the market Tuesday Case Study - Analysis on the Gig Economy Wednesday Guest Lecture – An expert speaker on Innovation Thursday Seminar – Assess Corporate Social Responsibility Friday Design Sprint – Lead a Product Pitch W ee k 1 Selected highlights Please note the above is given as an example and is subject to change. Monday Design Sprint 2.0 – Dissect a failing business Tuesday Seminar – Explore analytical business tools Wednesday Industry Experience – In-company insight Thursday Seminar– Iconic Start-Ups Case Study Friday Design Sprint 2.0 – Business Plan Presentations W ee k 2 Business 2 week course | Oxford College Our Business and Leadership course will prepare you for success in your future university business studies and career. You will develop both your practical business skills and soft skills while acquiring the knowledge of the latest trends and practices in business. Subjects include budgeting and finance, marketing, sustainability and growth, as well as the communication skills necessary for success in business. Key Benefits Enhance your understanding of key business concepts. Gain authentic and practical insight into business. Amplify core academic and professional skills for university and beyond. Upgrade your university application. Tuition 26 hours per week of academic sessions, including: International Relations 2 week course | Oxford College Our International Relations course is the perfect foundation for students aiming for a degree or career in politics, journalism, security, and diplomacy. The gateway into our interconnected world, studying International Relations develops an appreciation of the global issues which form today’s political and humanitarian environment and gives you the awareness and sophistication to become a true world citizen. Key Benefits Explore central themes in International Relations with elite tutors. Engage authentically with leading professionals in International Relations. Develop soft skills necessary to take a leading role in the field. Enrich your university application with expert coaching. Guest Speaker Lectures: 1 per week with experts in the field or leading plenary speakers Collaborative Projects: Simulated United Nations Summit, International Crisis Response Coaching Workshops: Choose between university application or 21st century skills Industry Experience: 1 afternoon in-person visit or virtual session per week EtonX: Access to our cutting-edge independent learning platform Guest Speaker Lectures: 1 per week with experts in the field or leading plenary speakers Collaborative Projects: Design Sprint Product Launch, Design Sprint Revitalise a Failing Business Coaching Workshops: Choose between university application or 21st century skills Industry Experience: 1 afternoon in-person visit or virtual session per week EtonX: Access to our cutting-edge independent learning platform Tuition 26 hours per week of academic sessions, including: Monday U.N. Project - Networking and Diplomacy Tuesday Seminar - Government Intervention Analysis Wednesday Guest Speaker Lecture – Diplomatic Service Thursday Key Knowledge – Team Challenge Friday U.N. Project – Present at a Climate Summit W ee k 1 Selected highlights Please note the above is given as an example and is subject to change. Monday Seminar – Dependency or Development Debate Tuesday Crisis Project - Conflict and Negotiation Skills Wednesday Industry Experience – Meet Cabinet staff Thursday Coaching – Mock Entrance Interview Friday Crisis Project - Formal Briefing Presentations W ee k 2 Suitable for careers in: International Relations, Politics, Law Suitable for careers in: Business, Finance, Accounting, Marketing - 10 - Monday Seminar – The Origins of Law Tuesday Moot Trial – Case history and precedents Wednesday Guest Lecture – Expert speaker on Parliament Thursday Seminar - Introduction to the Law Portal Friday Moot Trial – Present arguments in a full trial W ee k 1 Selected highlights Please note the above is given as an example and is subject to change. Monday Seminar – Crimes and Misdemeanors Case Study Tuesday Constitution Project – Ideas Sprint Wednesday Industry Experience – Attend a Live Trial Thursday Coaching – Mock Entrance Interview Friday Constitution Project – Publish and Present W ee k 2 Law 2 week course | Oxford College Take the next steps on your path towards the legal profession and kickstart your law studies at university. Our Law course will broaden your understanding of key legal concepts and enhance your ability to construct legal arguments. You will discover how law and lawyers function in different legal fields and analyse fundamental legal theories through engaging case studies in tort, international and human rights law. Key Benefits Live the experience of being a law student at an Oxford college. Find your voice as a lawyer through practical simulations of a judicial trial. Learn first-hand from experienced lawyers and active experts in the field of law. Gain authentic insight by visiting a court of law and attending a live trial. Tuition 26 hours per week of academic sessions, including: Politics and Economics 2 week course | Oxford College Ideal for ambitious students wishing to develop their understanding of underlying theories and principles in politics and economics in preparation for future studies in the field. On this course you will broaden your knowledge of the key concepts of the subject and evaluate the ideologies and values at the heart of different political systems, gaining an understanding of international geopolitical trends. Key Benefits Strengthen your understanding of the political and economic foundations of the contemporary world. Collaborate with researchers and professionals with authentic Industry Experience visits. Fine tune the soft skills needed to succeed on your academic journey and in your future career. Craft your university application with the support of our experts and develop the ability to make an impact in entrance interviews and on your personal statement. Guest Speaker Lectures: 1 per week with experts in the field or leading plenary speakers Collaborative Projects: Presidential Election Campaign, Pandemic Recovery Project Coaching Workshops: Choose between university application or 21st century skills Industry Experience: 1 afternoon in-person visit or virtual session per week EtonX: Access to our cutting-edge independent learning platform Guest Speaker Lectures: 1 per week with experts in the field or leading plenary speakers Collaborative Projects: A full Moot simulated court trial, Constitution Project Coaching Workshops: Choose between university application or 21st century skills Industry Experience: 1 afternoon in-person visit or virtual session per week EtonX: Access to our cutting-edge independent learning platform Tuition 26 hours per week of academic sessions, including: Monday Seminar – Case Study - Election promises Tuesday Coaching – Craft Effective Personal Statements Wednesday Guest Lecture – Economic Growth Thursday Case Study – Economic Growth, Form Proposals Friday Election Campaign – Deliver Speeches W ee k 1 Selected highlights Please note the above is given as an example and is subject to change. Monday Response Project – Assess governments’ actions Tuesday Seminar – Boosting the Economy Wednesday Guest Lecture – Public Spending and Tax Thursday Seminar– Political Parties Role Play Debate Friday Project – Roadmap to Recovery Presentations W ee k 2 Suitable for careers in: Politics, Philosophy, Economics, Law, International Relations Suitable for careers in: Law, Human Resources, Politics - 12 - Students in SBC’s College have the unique opportunity to sample university-level academic tuition in real-world Oxbridge settings. Developed by leading academics and enhanced by industry experts. Students at Oxford College can participate in a range of university-style teaching methods, such as lectures, seminars, and tutorials, in their chosen field. You’ll boost your personal statement and entrance interviews through practise sessions with our academic experts, which will help you better your university application. University Preparation - 17 - INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE Our immersive industry experiences give students the opportunity to get real-life exposure to what it is like to work in their chosen profession. You’ll gain invaluable insight from industry professionals who work in some of the fastest growing industries, as well as participating in inspiring and interactive workshops. These exclusive site visits will give you hands-on experience that will support and boost your CV! • Work alongside top professionals in your chosen industry • Visit inspiring professional locations • Boost your university application At Oxford College Summer School we challenge our students to step outside of their comfort zones and motivate them to reach beyond the limits of what they believe they are capable of. Traditional teacher led input is important, but equally as is student autonomy, where students can deliver their own ideas, solutions to problems, plus shape their own outlook and vision of the world. This is precisely the spark which is ignited through Time to Shine. At SBC we reduce the gap between that of the academic world and the corporate world, by teaching 21st century skills students will need every day in their future professional careers. By providing students with motivational research projects to present to their peers, students practice: Thinking & innovation Communication & collaboration Speaking and cross-cultural awareness Our students complete their academic programs with increased confidence and a fantastic sense of achievement they can take back home to spur them on to future success. At SBC, our students are the stars of the show. Research Projects One of the most important things about a summer experience at Oxford College is experiencing what life is like as a student in one of the most famous university cities in the world. Our comprehensive Social Programme gives our students the opportunity to explore the city, make new friends and have fun. Our dedicated and imaginative staff create varied programmes and activities, taking into account the city, the Academic Programme and the input of the student council. All of this together ensures that there is something for everyone at Oxford College! Our comprehensive Wellbeing Programme gives our students the opportunity to explore the city, learn more about their colleagues and make lasting friendships. Varied programmes and activities incorporate famous Oxford city sights, sports facilities, and the expertise of our College Mentors to ensure that there is something for everyone at Oxford College! A healthy body and mind allows our students to perform at their best during their studies. Our wellbeing programme provides opportunities for students to relax, be creative and re-energise, whilst demonstrating the importance of the correct social and study balance. Social Programme Wellbeing activities include: • Recreational sports including football, basketball & tennis • Fitness activities including swimming, jogging & circuit training • Yoga & dance sessions • Art workshops such as painting & sketching • Nature walks & museum visits • Reading & conversation clubs - 19 - It was so magical. Magical because in the span of two weeks you make friends for life. Unforgettable because of how diverse the range of events are during those two weeks. Life-changing, because my life has never been the same since. It truly felt like a mini college experience. MAGICAL, UNFORGETTABLE, AND LIFE-CHANGING. “ Raghad, Student Oxford, The City of Dreaming Spires, is famous around the world for its University and place in history. The University of Oxford is ranked number one in the 2022 Times Higher Education the World University Rankings and is the oldest university in the English-speaking world. Situated just a short walk from the historical city centre, Oxford College is the perfect location to explore the university buildings and all the rest the city has to offer. Evening activities In the evenings students can unwind and socialise in a relaxed environment. We offer a variety of experiences as part of our evening Social Programme: • Inter-College Competition • International Night • Oxford Orientation • Disco • Challenge nights • Capture the flag • Shakespeare Play - 21 - At the end of each stay we have a Formal Dinner and Graduation Ceremony to celebrate the achievements of our students. This is a fantastic opportunity to look back on the successes of the course, both academic and social, and the successes that are sure to come in the future. Set in memorable locations and with the whole college looking their best, our graduation evening is a highlight of any stay at Oxford College. Students who are finishing their course will be presented with their Certificate of Achievement and College Report, and awards will also be presented for special achievements. After the awards ceremony, students will be able to dance with their friends at the graduation disco. For those students who are staying for longer, it is a great opportunity to congratulate their friends and celebrate all of the special memories that they have created during their time with us at the college. Formal Graduation Oxford Cultural Afternoon Students will experience an afternoon at one of the city’s most popular attractions including a guided tour of the historic university buildings or visiting one of the many famous museums. Students will have the opportunity to explore the shopping district with the exciting Westgate shopping centre. In addition, students are provided with some structured free time, before dinner. During this time students can relax in the beautiful grounds of Oxford College, explore the university parks or visit the local shops and many nearby cafes with their new friends.