Cambridge College Summer School
Ages 15-17
Inspiring summer programmes in the world-famous university city of Cambridge. Designed by top academics, enhanced by leading professionals. Prepare for your future today.
Business | Medicine | Natural Sciences | Engineering
Join us at Cambridge College Summer School where students live and study in the renowned university city of Cambridge. Explore the city that shaped some of the world’s famous minds we know today; including Sir Isaac Newton, Alan Turing and Sylvia Plath. Follow in their footsteps as you experience your chosen subject through a series of immersive lectures, tutorials, and industry-led workshops.
Living and studying in Cambridge is a truly inspiring experience. As well as being home to Cambridge University, founded in 1209, the city is also world-renowned for being home to some of the most exciting and innovative tech start-ups. This blend of tradition and innovation makes it one of the most exciting places in the world to study.
Our programme is designed to inspire through combining academic studies with professional experiences; developing key knowledge and skills to benefit your future career prospects. Discover your career passions through a series of engaging and challenging academic seminars. With the added benefit of direct access to industry-leading professionals that will inform and guide you on your journey with us. Developing the skills and attitudes needed beyond the classroom.
Get a taste of Cambridge College student life as you become immersed in your new surroundings. Expertly developed, our programme aims to engage and motivate students through seminars, lectures and group practicals. During this time you’ll solidify course subject knowledge through engaging, active discussions and project work that will strengthen your communication and team working ability. Access to leading professionals during industry workshops will unlock a deeper understanding of your chosen career pathway.
Our Medicine course is ideal for students who would like to find out what it is like to study Medicine…
Natural Sciences gives students a better understanding of the natural world, from a variety of scientific perspectives. Students will explore…
Our Engineering course is designed for students who wish to develop their understanding of thermodynamics, mechanical engineering, fluid dynamics, aerodynamics…
Designed to develop an understanding of core business concepts relating to setting up a company, budgeting and finance, marketing, sustainability…
Our industry experience will provide you with an unfiltered look into your chosen career pathway. Leading professionals provide invaluable insights into their field during an interactive workshop and exclusive on-site visit that will give you the hands-on experience needed to boost your University application or CV.
In addition to your chosen course, our Cambridge College students have access to an online module via EtonX. Your online course will be allocated in collaboration with a tutor who will help you to identify an area that will support you further during your stay. EtonX was designed and developed by experts at Eton College who have continued to support students
Outside of the classroom, we offer an exciting and diverse social programme, enabling students to explore the city of Cambridge and spend time with their new friends from around the world. There are pre-arranged activities including sport, museum visits, and punting; as well as opportunities for students to independently explore the city in small groups.
A wide range of evening events is also arranged for the students to maximise their experience. These events include Formal College Dining, and a Graduation at the conclusion of the course.
There are also two excursions during the course, with students having the opportunity to travel to London and Oxford. In London, students will have the opportunity to explore some of the capital’s most famous landmarks as well as some free time for shopping. In Oxford, we’ll visit some of the city’s most famous colleges, and go punting on the River Thames.
For more information about the course structure download our sample timetable. Please note this timetable is for illustrative purposes only and is subject to change.
Cambridge is a thriving student city, with a rich mixture of historic university colleges and modern purpose-built facilities. Students will reside in purpose-built student accommodation located a short walk from the train station. The academic programme takes place at nearby Sancton Wood School, ranked as one of the UK’s Top 10 Independent Schools (Sunday Times, 2022).
| Start Date | End Date | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday 10th July 2022 | Saturday 23rd July 2022 | 2 Weeks | £4,250 (Fully Booked) |
| Sunday 24th July 2022 | Saturday 6th August 2022 | 2 Weeks | £4,250 (Fully Booked) |
Cambridge College Summer School includes:
Also available at a supplementary cost are Airport Transfers.
It is five years that my son participates to SBC. Every year he asks whether he can return the year after because he enjoyed a lot his stay. This is the best feedback a parent can get from his child. I myself am deeply satisfied of the program and of the team that manages the course. I feel extremely confident that my son is in good hand and all has been taken care of. Well done to the SBC team!
The safety and wellbeing of all students is our number one priority. Summer Boarding Courses is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Students are accommodated on-site in secure and comfortable boarding houses during their stay with us. Our friendly and caring staff team is available 24 hours per day to support students, which includes dedicated and experienced welfare staff, including College Mentors and Welfare Managers.
We have a comprehensive Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and procedures in place to which all employees, volunteers, and contractors are expected to adhere.
We pride ourselves on offering the best possible support to students, confirmed by an official Area of Strength in Safeguarding Under 18s, Premises, and Facilities, and Care of Students by the British Council accreditation scheme. Read more about our Accreditations and Awards.
In order to submit your booking for Cambridge College, click on the ‘make a booking’ tab in the right-hand corner of our home page and fill out our ‘Make a Booking’ form.
Your dedicated Admissions Manager will then contact you via your preferred method of contact to confirm any outstanding details. This will be the perfect opportunity to ask any questions before a deposit is paid. Once your details are confirmed, you will be sent a booking confirmation email, which serves as formal confirmation of your child’s place.
Your admissions manager sends a booking confirmation containing an invoice and the flywire payment link.
The fee includes all accommodation, meals*, lessons, academic materials, general sports, social activities and events, all standard excursions including admission costs, Wi-Fi, weekly laundry services, graduation certificate, academic progress report and travel insurance. Airport transfers from/to London Heathrow Airport on Start/End Dates start from £50.00 each way.
*we will endeavour to meet all dietary requirements, e.g. vegetarian, vegan, Halal etc.
Each academic course has a minimum duration of two weeks, however if you would like to enrol onto a second course you would be able to do so after the completion of the first course.
The academic programme takes place at nearby Sancton Wood School, ranked as one of the UK’s Top 10 Independent Schools (Sunday Times, 2022). Sancton Wood is a Prep School throughout the rest of the year and is set in impressive Victorian villas building with bags of character and access to specialist facilities including science lab, attic art studio, drama studio and music room. This family-orientated environment creates a homely feel which offers a calm and engaging place to learn.
During their time at Cambridge College students will be staying at purpose-built student accommodation called Tripos Court, where students will be able to unwind in their cosy ensuite single rooms, whilst enjoying all of the modern comforts of everyday student living. Tripos Court comes with communal social and study areas, on site laundry, communal kitchenettes, in room safes, and WiFi, and is under a mile away on foot from Sancton Wood School, and within walking distance from the local shops and town centre.
You have a right to cancel your booking within 14 days from the date of the Confirmation (the “Cancellation Period”) without giving any reason.
All cancellations must be made in writing and take effect from the date we receive such notice. Where a cancellation is made more than 30 days prior to the Arrival Date, there will be a refund of all Course Fees paid, minus the Deposit.
The quickest and easiest way to find out whether you need a Visa is to check via this link here.
EU, EEA and Swiss citizens can travel to the UK for holidays or short trips without needing a visa. This applies now, after Brexit.
For those that do require a Visa, the application that you will need to apply for is the Standard Visitor Visa.
It is important to note that, depending on the country, applications can take around 20 working days (or 3-4 weeks) to process. You are advised to begin the application process as early as possible. Once the Visa is obtained, we will need to receive a scanned copy of the student’s passport and the Visa by e-mail. SBC International reserve the right to cancel a booking, if a copy of the Visa has not been received 4 weeks before the course arrival date.
If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact your local embassy who should be able to offer you the correct support and guidance.
Yes, if you would like to make any amendments to your booking then you can do so by contacting your Admissions Manager.
At the end of the program all students receive a certificate of attendance from their Director of Studies at their graduation ceremony.
At Cambridge College the minimum level of English language required is intermediate (B1+) or above.
Before the summer, we send an online test for students to complete. We will use the results to confirm their suitability for the course. In the case that a student does not meet the required level on the test, we will conduct an academic consultation to assess the next best step.
We have an extremely high ratio of staff to students throughout the summer. At each Campus, we have a Welfare Co-Ordinator, who oversees the welfare and safety of the students and would deal with any pastoral issues. We also have several House Parents/College Mentors, who are responsible for the day-to-day care of the students and are the first point of contact if any student felt as though they were upset in any way. Alongside these members of staff, all employees are trained before the summer in Child Safeguarding and many of the staff are trained in giving First Aid. There will also be a dedicated Admissions Manager for each Campus, who will be the main point of contact for families with any issues or concerns.
Our friendly and supportive staff team are available 24 hours per day to support students. We pride ourselves on offering the best possible care to students, and achieved British Council area of strength in ‘care of students’ and ‘safeguarding under 18s’.
