This Field Studies Council small-group field course offers A Level Geography students practical preparation for their individual Non-Exam Assessment (NEA). Over five days based at Margam Discovery Centre (Margam Park, between Swansea and Cardiff) students prepare, plan and collect primary data across coastal, urban and parkland environments, and receive guided tuition on field methods, data collection and analysis.

The course combines on-site workshops and supervised field sessions (coastal work at Newton, urban work at Porthcawl and surveys within Margam Park), evening data analysis and statistical sessions, and dedicated NEA workshops covering question formulation, secondary research, risk assessment and methodology. Small-group and individual student days are designed for individual students, home-educated students or schools with small cohorts. Full-board accommodation, in-course transport and expert tuition are included where residential options apply; under-18 participants from a single school must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

This two-week Architecture & Design summer school in Cambridge (ages 16-18) lets students explore how history, creativity and innovation shape the built environment. The programme combines design history with hands-on practice: technical drawing, model-making, daily practical projects and creative challenges that move participants from concept to construction. Students receive 40 hours of teaching from expert tutors in an immersive learning style, with workshops, seminars, masterclasses and guest lectures. Enrichment activities include walking tours of Cambridge, weekend excursions, social activities and a final graduation ceremony. Students live, study and socialise on a prestigious University of Cambridge college campus with college accommodation and meals provided, 24/7 pastoral support, and teaching materials included. Two course dates are offered in summer 2026 (5 July 18 July and 19 July 1 August). Successful participants are awarded an Oxford Royale certificate of completion recording course details and campus.

Surrey County Archaeological Unit offers a range of volunteering opportunities across fieldwork and post-excavation activities. Summer community projects include excavations, surveys and field walking; no previous experience is needed and training is provided. Volunteers can join digs during the warmer months to gain hands-on experience in archaeological field techniques.

Year-round Wednesday sessions are held at the Surrey History Centre in Woking, focused on processing finds and samples; these sessions run 11:00-16:00 and require booking. The unit also provides limited work experience placements targeted at students in Year 11, sixth form and college, and publishes career resources online for those considering heritage and archaeological careers.

To get involved or for further details about placements, sessions and summer projects, contact the Surrey County Archaeological Unit directly. Note that placement availability can be limited (the page notes the 2023 programme was full) so early enquiries are recommended.

This is a three-week online course that teaches practical company valuation techniques used by finance professionals. Through worked examples and Excel-based activities you will learn discounted cash flow (DCF) modelling, market multiples and relative valuation methods, and how to interpret valuation outputs in investment, M&A and corporate finance contexts. The course is delivered on FutureLearn and was developed by Starweaver. It is presented as an open-level course aimed at aspiring financial analysts, investment banking and equity research professionals, corporate finance practitioners and consultants. Course access options include free limited access, a one-off upgrade for full access and a yearly subscription; a digital certificate is available when eligibility criteria are met.

This is a two-week in-person Leadership summer course for 16-17 year olds run by Oxford Summer Courses in Oxford. The course uses tutorial-style teaching with small-group seminars (no more than eight students) and 1:1 or 2:1 tutorials. Students tackle independent work (essays or problem sheets) which is evaluated by tutors and receive feedback to develop critical thinking, emotional intelligence and ethical decision-making. The programme includes academic skills masterclasses, tutorial Q&A sessions, expert speakers exploring career pathways, a university fair to meet representatives, and the opportunity to visit different Oxford colleges. On completion students receive a certificate and a letter of recommendation from their tutor. The course is delivered across University of Oxford colleges including Lady Margaret Hall, New College, Somerville College and Worcester College (accommodation assigned by age/availability). The fee (from £6,995) covers teaching, accommodation with breakfast, all evening meals, programmed visits and excursions, a graduation ceremony, airport transfers for UK courses (conditions apply), and health & travel insurance. Staff are on site 24 hours and additional pastoral support and supervised study sessions are provided.

Inspiring Minds is Loughborough University's series of free academic taster days for post-16 students to discover what it is like studying at university. Students take part in a range of academic sessions based around their chosen subject area, experience new subjects, attend lectures and workshops led by academic staff, tour facilities, and meet current students. Sessions also include practical information on UCAS applications, personal statements, and student finance, and attendees receive prospectus materials to take away. Both individual students and school/college groups are welcome to attend. Events are free of charge. Bookings for the 2026 dates listed are open and there is a separate registration/interest form for the Art & Design session. Teachers wishing to bring groups should contact the organising team via email.

The Oxford Economics & Finance Summer School (ages 16-18) is a two-week residential programme delivered at Oxford University colleges (Balliol College and others). The course combines core seminars, lectures and project labs in microeconomics, macroeconomics and corporate finance, using case studies, simulations and real-world projects to develop students' analytical and financial decision-making skills.

Students take part in daily academic workshops, expert masterclasses, group projects and cultural activities, and receive mentorship, guest speakers, a graduation ceremony and a certificate of completion with an academic report. The programme includes on-campus accommodation with meals (for ages 16-18 breakfast and dinner included as described), supervised student care, and optional excursions.

Practical arrangements include flight pick-up/airport transfer options available for an extra fee (London Heathrow A3215 one-way) with specified arrival/departure windows. Colleges used may include Balliol College, The Queen's College and St Peter's College; students are allocated according to age and programme.

The Law Society of Ireland's free Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) "Social Media, AI and the Law" explores the intersection of social media, artificial intelligence and legal frameworks. The course covers liability, regulation, privacy and data protection, social media bans, cybercrime, e-commerce and the broader impact of digital manipulation and surveillance on society and work. This on-demand course starts on 9 June 2026 and runs for five weeks with new course content released every Tuesday. It features recorded and streamed presentations, interactive discussion forums and quizzes, and is delivered by expert speakers including lawyers, academics and public figures. The course is open to anyone, anywhere. For more information and to register, visit: https://mooc2026.lawsociety.ie/

The LAE Mathematics Scholarship rewards students who demonstrate exceptional prior attainment and strong problem-solving potential in mathematics. Up to 10 scholars may be chosen in each year group. Candidates must hold a Maths GCSE grade 9 and opt to study A level Maths and Further Maths. Following enrolment they sit a problem-solving exam in early September; top scorers are interviewed and scholarships are awarded at the end of the first half term of Year 12. Continuation into Year 13 requires keeping Further Maths for both years and applying to study mathematics, computer science, engineering or physics at university. The programme provides tangible and academic support: calculators, books, a cash grant (£100 in Year 12 and £100 in Year 13), university extension tutorials from October, fully funded trips for Year 12 scholars, mentoring opportunities, and free entry to competitions and extension papers (UKMT, STEP, MAT, AEA). Selection into Year 13 may also occur where places are available.

Immerse Education's Medicine Summer Programme in Oxford offers intensive, hands-on medical study designed for secondary-school students. The programme is split into two courses tailored to different age groups (13-15 and 16-18) and covers topics from human anatomy and basic healthcare to more advanced subjects such as neuroscience and epidemiology. Teaching is delivered by academic tutors (often PhD-level) with personalised 1:1 support, small class sizes (7-10 students) and a supervised personal research project.

The residential experience places participants in Oxford University colleges (e.g., St Edmund's Hall, Balliol, Oriel, Hertford), with full-board residential options, social activities, excursions (including day trips to Cambridge and optional London visits), and a formal graduation ceremony. The standard programme length is two weeks with approximately 40 hours of teaching. Participants may opt in to earn UCAS points (available to students aged 14+). The programme also awards a certificate of achievement/attendance and offers opportunities for partial scholarships (e.g., via an essay competition).

The Step Up Programme at Cardiff University offers college and sixth form students the chance to experience university life through academic masterclasses and a university summer school.

The Step Up Masterclasses are designed for Year 12 college and sixth form pupils in Wales and run for four weeks. Each masterclass provides a broad overview of a chosen subject area and develops skills useful for higher education, including communication, research and study skills, presentation skills and critical analysis. Subjects listed include humanities and social sciences, languages, law and politics, medicine and dentistry, business and economics, and science, technology and maths.

Participants will also hear from student ambassadors who share their experiences and provide guidance on applications and choosing the right path. Applications for 2026 are open; applicants should check the application form and the detailed eligibility guidance linked on the programme page.

The Dental Mentor Virtual Work Experience, developed in partnership with University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, is a self-paced online programme designed for students interested in dentistry. The programme comprises four distinct sessions covering different areas of dentistry, using high-fidelity simulations, real clinical settings, and involvement from practising dentists to take students through a complete patient journey.

Students can complete the e-learning modules in their own time around school work, with each session available for 30 days. The programme includes a free reflective journal to support personal statements and reflection, and students receive a certificate of completion once all four sessions are finished. Dental Mentor also provides free online conferences (Get Into Dentistry) that allow students to speak to dentists and dental students and to begin accessing the virtual work experience.

This virtual placement is explicitly accepted by UK dental schools as a valid form of work experience to support dental school applications. The programme is free and is positioned to help applicants gain people-focused experience, observe healthcare practice, and prepare stronger dental school applications.

The Experience Engineering Academy is a two-week on-campus summer course run by Oxford Scholastica Academy on the Oxford University campus. Students tackle real-world engineering challenges-building an engine, designing hydraulic and pneumatic systems, exploring aerodynamics and thermodynamic cycles-and are guided by tutors typically drawn from Oxford and Cambridge.

Beyond daily classes, the programme includes an intensive four-hour Bridge Building Challenge that tests teamwork, budgeting and structural design. Masterclasses, visits from an established engineer, cultural excursions and a full social programme (including an International Boat Ball, punting and college experiences) give participants a taste of university life alongside academic learning.

Class sizes are capped (maximum 15 students). All successful participants receive an Oxford Scholastica Academy Certificate of Achievement, and qualifying students may be awarded a personalised Letter of Recommendation and access to the Ambassador Programme for follow-on activities.

Oxford Brookes University Subject Taster Days 2026 offer prospective students first-hand experience of studying at university level and a chance to explore student life on campus. Each day includes lectures and interactive academic sessions, practical work, discussions on topics relevant to the subject area, campus tours of facilities, and information about the career potential of related courses. These events are aimed at students in the first year of a two-year Level 3 qualification (e.g., Year 12/A-level/BTEC). You can apply as an individual student if your school or college is not attending, or teachers/advisers can book places for school or college groups (up to 20 students per booking). Once the booking form is submitted, the team will contact you within five working days to confirm whether places can be accommodated. The taster days are free to attend. Lunch is not provided and participants should arrange their own travel to and from the campus; Student Ambassadors will meet attendees at the nearest bus stop. For enquiries and additional support with bookings, contact schools.liaison@brookes.ac.uk or use the online booking form linked on the page.

The English Literature Summer School (in-person) from Debate Chamber is a five-day programme that introduces students aged 15E2-89 to university-level study through seminars, close reading and guided discussion. Topics for 2026 include Anglo-Saxon and Middle English, Renaissance literature, metaphysical poetry, the Romantic movement, the rise of the novel, modernism, literature in translation, and adaptation/intertextuality.

Teaching runs Monday 27 July E2-89 Friday 31 July 2026 with daily sessions from 10:30am to 4:30pm. Sessions emphasise literary criticism methods (e.g., historicism, psychoanalysis) and group debate to develop analytical skills and prepare students for advanced study and university applications.

Practical information: the course takes place at Woburn House, Bloomsbury, Central London (nearest tube: Russell Square). It is non-residential so accommodation must be arranged independently. Course fee A3845, with a 25% non-refundable deposit required to secure a place; the balance is due eight weeks before the course. Debate Chamber offers a limited number of full and partial bursaries; applicants should complete the bursary application form.

Embark on a creative journey with the Graphic Design Virtual Work Experience. This online programme introduces the key concepts, history, principles and elements of graphic design and explains how design shapes everyday life across different industries. Participants learn about major industries that use graphic design and hear from practising designers about career routes and industry entry stories.

The course covers the full graphic design process - briefing, researching, brainstorming, sketching, client feedback and refining a finished product - and includes interactive activities, quizzes and exemplar portfolios. Participants are supported to begin building their own graphic design portfolio with guidance from experts and reflective tasks to consolidate learning.

The programme is delivered virtually and is available on-demand with live webinars (recorded) taking place during weekday working hours. There is no strict cut-off for completing the work; assignments are reviewed after submission and a certificate of completion is issued once the programme is marked complete.

Bucksmore's Young Professionals Business & Global Finance summer course in London is a two-week, career-focused programme for high-school students aged 13-17. Based at King's College London, the course blends English language development (minimum B1) with practical finance and business learning through workshops, simulations and industry visits. Students engage in stock market simulations, investment banking projects, private equity challenges and startup design work, and build a portfolio of projects to support future study and careers. The programme includes a Capstone Industry project with external certification, guided by business education experts in a 'Shark Tank'-style pitch environment. Teaching is supported by small international class groups, world-class tutors and supervised residential accommodation. The timetable features 25 contact hours per week plus 1 full-day and 3 half-day excursions each week (for example visits to the Financial District, Bank of England, London Eye and Cambridge). Fees are shown per week and are fully inclusive of accommodation, meals, excursions, insurance and UK airport transfers (conditions apply); flights and visas are excluded. The online application collects student passport and school details and requires parent/guardian information; a £500 reservation fee is required to secure a place.

Drove Vets offers EMS placements and short work experience opportunities in a busy small animal practice, providing hands-on clinical exposure, supportive mentoring and experience of a varied caseload. EMS placements are intended to give veterinary students a practical insight into day-to-day life in small animal practice and the practice is a teaching practice for the University of Surrey, supporting fourth- and fifth-year students as part of their in-practice learning. Work experience placements are offered as a one-week unpaid placement for individuals interested in pursuing a career in veterinary medicine or nursing. Placements are in-person at the practice (Veterinary Hospital, Ridgeway Farm) and are intended to be educational, with opportunities to observe and ask questions of vets and nurses who enjoy teaching. Placements are available throughout the year subject to availability. Applicants for work experience must be aged 16 or over (if in education, typically Year 12 or 13 or at a further education college), complete an application form explaining their interest, and applicants aged 16 18 must provide written parental/guardian permission. The practice cannot accept Year 10 or 11 students or college day-release students.

Oxford Scholastica's Online World History & Philosophy Course is a project-based summer programme designed for motivated 15-18 year olds (entry requirement states 11-18 at course start). The course covers world history topics from ancient civilisations through the Renaissance to the modern era and explores major philosophical ideas such as Enlightenment thought. Teaching is delivered by tutors typically drawn from universities including Oxford and Cambridge.

Students choose a one- or two-week programme that includes daily live tutorials (two hours per day) and independent study, with two hours of live contact time plus roughly two hours of homework or group work each day. Class sizes are capped at 15 to ensure personalised feedback; students undertake projects, present research, and receive detailed tutor feedback. The programme includes masterclasses and a final presentation with peer and tutor review.

On successful completion participants receive an Oxford Scholastica Academy Certificate of Achievement and may receive a personalised Letter of Recommendation. Start dates are offered across June to August for summer 2026, and the course is delivered online via Zoom (live sessions run 1-3 PM BST).

Order in the Court is a two-week on-campus Mock Trial Summer Program at Georgetown University designed for high-school students aged 14–18. Through realistic trial simulations, participants take on the roles of attorneys, defendants, witnesses, judges, and jurors to learn courtroom procedure, evidence analysis, and persuasive advocacy. The program emphasises development of critical thinking, public speaking, cross-examination, and trial preparation skills.

The course is delivered in small, interactive classes with experienced instructors from Georgetown's academic community. Residential (boarding) and day options are available and tuition typically covers academic tuition, housing for residential participants, meals, activities and some campus transportation. International students receive visa support documentation, arrival assistance, and international medical/health insurance as described in the program materials.