College Pathways
A HEAD START ON THEIR FUTURE
For students preparing for university and beyond
- Academically ambitious
- Preparing for university
- Developing independence
Take Your Next Steps Towards Your Future
For older students with ambitions beyond school, summer is not only for downtime — it’s an opportunity. Our College Pathways programmes give students ready for greater academic challenge a real taste of university-level thinking, surrounded by other ambitious students from across the world and supported by tutors who take their ideas seriously.
College Pathways
What your child gets at this stage:
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Focused academic study in their chosen field, from business to medicine
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Critical thinking and communication skills universities expect from day one
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A detailed letter of reference supporting future applications
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Guest speakers & fieldwork that connect learning to the professional world
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Genuine readiness for the next step — academically and personally
Sound good? This programme was built for you
Benefits beyond the classroom
What makes this different from school
This is not a classroom with a different view. Small groups, tutors and a culture of debate and independent thinking make this feel closer to a university seminar than a typical school lesson. Students leave with a clearer sense of their direction — and the confidence to pursue it.
Understanding you
What parents tell us they value most
Parents often tell us they value a programme that treats their child as a capable young adult, provides meaningful preparation for the next stage of their education, and helps them become more confident, independent and ready for university.
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College Pathways Faculty of Global Leadership
Spend two weeks developing your English through politics, diplomacy and global affairs. Explore leadership,…
- Location:Dukes Summer School, Cambridge
- Ages:14 – 17
- Duration:2 or 4 weeks
- English Level:B1+
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College Pathways Faculty of Art & Design
Spend two weeks developing your English through art and design. Explore drawing, visual thinking and the design…
- Location:Dukes Summer School, Cambridge
- Ages:14 – 17
- Duration:2 or 4 weeks
- English Level:B1+
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English Language – Easter Course
Twenty lessons a week over the Easter holidays at Earlscliffe, in small classes grouped by age and level.
- Location:Earlscliffe
- Ages:8 – 17
- Duration:1 or 2 weeks
- English Level:A1+
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College Pathways English Pathways
Two weeks building the English needed for academic study abroad: writing, discussion, presentation and the confidence to use all three.
- Location:Dukes Summer School, Cambridge
- Ages:14 – 17
- Duration:2 or 4 weeks
- English Level:B1+
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College Pathways Faculty of Business
Two weeks building English through strategy, marketing and entrepreneurship — shaping ideas with others and presenting them with…
- Location:Dukes Summer School, Cambridge
- Ages:14 – 17
- Duration:2 or 4 weeks
- English Level:B1+
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College Pathways Faculty of Medicine
Two weeks building English through anatomy, clinical reasoning and medical ethics, using real case studies and collaborative discussion.
- Location:Dukes Summer School, Cambridge
- Ages:14 – 17
- Duration:2 or 4 weeks
- English Level:B1+
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College Pathways Faculty of Science & Technology (STEM)
Two weeks building English through physics, chemistry, biology, computing and engineering — weighing evidence and solving problems…
- Location:Dukes Summer School, Cambridge
- Ages:14 – 17
- Duration:2 or 4 weeks
- English Level:B1+
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College Pathways Think Global!
Two weeks building English through current affairs, media and global issues — reading, researching and debating the questions that matter.
- Location:Earlscliffe
- Ages:13 – 17
- Duration:2 weeks
- English Level:B1+
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College Pathways Business: Mini-MBA™
Two weeks building English through strategy, finance and entrepreneurship, developing ideas with others and presenting them with confidence.
- Location:Earlscliffe
- Ages:15 – 17
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College Pathways
Global Leadership
Two weeks building English through leadership, diplomacy and global affairs — practising negotiation and communicating ideas with…
- Location:Earlscliffe
- Ages:14 – 17
- Duration:2 weeks
- English Level:B1+
Arrange a Free Consultation with Our Admissions Team
We’re here to help you choose the ideal summer experience. Schedule a no-obligation call with a member of our friendly team to explore your options, ask questions, and receive expert guidance tailored to your child’s interests and goals.