Law, Politics, and International Relations
Discover how laws, governments, and global systems influence society. This stream helps you understand justice, human rights, and international affairs while strengthening your critical thinking and communication skills.

Overview
Explore how laws, governments, and global systems shape the world we live in. This interdisciplinary stream combines law, politics, ethics, and international relations, giving you the chance to debate real-world issues, understand human rights, and think critically about global challenges. You’ll develop problem-solving and communication skills while learning how different subjects work together to explain and influence the world around you. You will learn from field professionals and experienced tutors from Oxford, Cambridge, and other leading UK universities.
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Learning Beyond the Classroom
The learning experience continues beyond the classroom every day with cultural visits, university experiences and supervised evening activities, all of which are designed to complement academic learning. The programme includes a selection of extracurricular activities. Additional activities may be available for an extra fee.




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How To Apply
1. Review eligibility requirements
Age Requirement: Check the age requirement at the start of each programme you plan to attend.
Academic Potential: Your academic achievements, goals, and potential will be assessed during the interview to make sure you are a good fit for our programmes.
English Language Requirement: We will assess your level of English proficiency, which you will have an opportunity to demonstrate during the interview process, in order to ensure you meet proficiency requirements before you attend a programme.
2. Fill out the online application form
Complete an Oxbridge Summer Scholars application form.
All students must submit information about your major and preferred intakes and streams, and Contact details for a parent or guardian. Check your inbox for the confirmation of receiving your application
3. Interview
You will be contacted by our Admissions Team via email for an interview. This conversation serves to understand your motivation for joining our programmes and assess your English proficiency. There's no need for extensive preparation — simply be ready to share a bit about yourself and your enthusiasm for being a part of our programmes.
4. Admission results
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. In case of a positive decision regarding your application, you will receive an email with the offer to join the specific programme. To confirm the offer and secure your place in the programme, you will be asked to submit the £1000 deposit within 7 days of receiving the email. You will receive an invoice for the remaining balance of £5,350, which must be paid within 30 days of the deposit payment.
5. Check for updates
Check your email regularly for updates, including pre-programme instructions and resources.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if Stream D is the right stream for me?
If you are curious about how laws, governments and societies work, enjoy discussing different points of view, and want to understand the issues shaping our world, Stream D could be a great fit for you.
It is ideal for students aged 14 to 15 who are interested in global affairs, justice, politics and the way societies are governed. You will develop your critical thinking, argumentation and communication skills while exploring real world issues and learning how different perspectives can shape our understanding of the world.
Which subjects and topics are covered in Stream D?
The stream focuses on four main subjects: Law, Politics, International Relations and Philosophy. You will explore how legal and political systems work, how countries interact with one another, and how philosophical ideas influence the way we think about society, justice and ethics.
Topics may include human rights, international law, constitutional law, diplomacy, conflict resolution, global affairs and political philosophy, giving you a broad introduction to the key areas within the humanities and social sciences.
I was admitted to one stream, but would like to change. How can I do it?
Stream changes are possible before the programme starts, subject to availability. If you would like to change your stream, please contact our Student Services Team at students@oxbridgesummerscholars.com as soon as possible to discuss your options and confirm any necessary arrangements.
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