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Junior programme
A two-week residential programme in the UK for 14-15-year-old students who are exploring career paths and want a taste of life in Oxford or Cambridge.
There are two programmes on offer. The July programme, based in Oxford, is for scientists while the August programme, based in Cambridge is for those interested in studying economics, business or law.
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JUNIOR PROGRAMMES
Science and Innovation
This stream will introduce you to the wealth of subjects that can be studied by students following the STEM pathway at school. There will be introductions to different aspects of physics such as astrophysics and geophysics, as well as taster classes in computer science and different types of engineering including mechanical and electronic engineering.
Stream A
Programme dates:
July 20 - August 2, 2025
Ages:
14-15 years old
Location:
Oxford
Tesfahiwet is a PhD candidate in Geophysics (Seismology) at the University of Oxford. His research interests include seismology, deep learning, geothermal imaging, and critical mineral exploration. Tesfahiwet obtained his BSc in Earth Sciences from the Eritrea Institute of Technology (EIT) in 2016 and a Post Graduate Diploma in Natural Science Education.
Tesfahiwet Abraha
Craig graduated from the University of Oxford with a first-class degree with distinction in Mathematical and Theoretical Physics. His specialisation is in High Energy Particle Theory and he wrote a dissertation on Parton Distribution Functions (PDFs) and predicting the production cross-section of the Higgs at the LHC. He is currently studying for a PhD in Cosmology and Particle Theory at SNS in Italy.
Craig Clark
Aida is a qualified doctor pursuing a career in neurosurgery. Aida studied classics at the prestigious Lyceum Classicum Vittorio Alfieri di Torino (Italy) in 2013 before obtaining a BSc in Medical Sciences from Queen Mary, London, followed by a degree in Medicine at Imperial College, London. Aida has researched at the Francis Crick Institute and at The National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery.
Aida Gohlamadi
Wesley graduated in Medicine from Christ Church College, Oxford in 2023 and since then has been working as a doctor in the NHS as well as mentoring future medicine students. Wesley is keen to pass on the benefit of his experience as a new junior doctor to students embarking on the same pathway.
Wesley Quadros
Suraj is currently pursuing a PhD in International Development at SOAS, University of London, where he also tutors undergraduates. His research is situated in the Political Economy of Development in South-East Asia. Suraj graduated with a BSc in Economics from Cardiff University, ranking top of his cohort. He holds an MPhil in Development Studies from the University of Oxford and has also studied Economics at the University of Cambridge.
Suraj Nair
George is a Lecturer in Economics at the University of Leeds, primarily teaching the BSc Business Management course. George holds a BA in Economics from the University of Thessaly; a Diploma in Music Performance (piano) from the Hellenic Conservatory; and an MA in Culture, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship from the University of Leeds. His PhD, also from Leeds, explored discourses of sustainability within the music industry.
George Zifkos
Ronan graduated with a high 2.1 in Law with German Law from the University of Oxford During his time at Oxford, Ronan was the Vice President of the Oxford Law Society and has had a wealth of exposure to both academic and professional lawyers, from scholars to barristers and partners at elite US and UK law firms. . Ronan is training to become a commercial lawyer at an elite US law firm in the City of London.
Ronan Foley
Ena is currently pursuing her second master's degree, MSc in Security and Crime Science, at University College London (UCL). Before this, she obtained a BSc in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Mental Health at Royal Holloway University, where she received recognition for her contributions to psychology research. Ena then took an MSc in Forensic Psychology, from Goldsmiths University.
Ena Bajic
TUTORS FOR THE JUNIOR PROGRAMME
HOW IS THE PROGRAMME STRUCTURED?
You will be taught by the same expert tutors as on the senior OSS programmes, but their brief will be different. Their aim will be to help you understand more about the great range of courses that are available to you at university and what subjects you should study at school in order to pursue a particular path of study or career goal.
Classes will be more discussion-based and hands-on. Each tutor will introduce you to their field of study, explaining their passion for their research, and the path they have followed to get to where they are. Classroom-based study will take place in the mornings, with afternoons devoted to a range of learning experiences outside the classroom, from museum visits to fieldwork.
JUNIOR PROGRAMME OUTCOMES
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Benefit of engagement with subject experts across a range of disciplines
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The opportunity to compare course and career options within the chosen area of focus
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Teamwork and collaboration
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Developing confidence in discussion and oral and written presentation skills
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Understanding
Scavenger hunt, Jesus Green
Scavenger hunt, Jesus Green
Visit to the Fitzwilliam Museum and quiz
Visit to the Fitzwilliam Museum and quiz
INDIVIDUAL PROJECT
You will be required to write an individual project of approximately 1000-2000 words and there will be guidance classes to help you with this.
As the aim of this will be to encourage soft skills as well as knowledge, students will be encouraged to collaborate on their projects and to give either group or individual presentations on their research at the end of the programme.
Whether worked on as a group or individually, each student will be responsible for submitting their own written essay at the end of the programme which will be assessed by subject experts.
FAQ
The Senior OSS is pitched at first-year undergraduate level and is therefore challenging even for 16-18 year olds. In the Junior OSS we will maintain the stretch-and-challenge approach by exposing the students to experts in their field, but the classes will be more informal and focused on interest development rather than knowledge acquisition.
The Senior OSS structure is based on a full day of lectures and seminars, while in the Junior OSS the mornings will be solidly academic, but the afternoons will provide an opportunity for the students to get out of the classroom, and guided by the student supervisors, they will be set academic and/or personal challenges during visits to museums, wildlife areas etc.
The goal of the Junior OSS programme is to expose younger students to the same inspiring range of highly qualified academic tutors as on our senior programme, but to focus on students gaining insight into what it would be like to study a particular subject at university and what career options would be open to them afterwards. The goal of the OSS Junior project is to encourage exploration, collaboration and presentation skills, rather than finely-honed academic skills.
Scavenger hunt in university parks
Scavenger hunt in university parks
Visit to the Science Museum and quiz
Visit to the Science Museum and quiz
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
TUITION FEE
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College accommodation
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Full board (3 meals)
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All tutoring
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Trips/extracurricular activities
Programme Cost Includes:
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Transportation to and from the UK
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Transfers within the UK
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Pocket money
Does Not Include:
Tuition Fee consists of non-refundable deposit (£500) and Programme cost (£5850)
Not quite ready to commit? No problem! Schedule a free consultation call with our admissions team to discuss your goals, answer any questions you have, and see if this programme is the right fit for you.
This call is perfect for:
Students who are curious about Oxbridge Summer Scholars and want to learn more.
Parents who want to explore educational options for their high-performing child.