Summer School Courses

Summer school courses in the UK provide the perfect learning environment for students preparing to study in the UK for the first time.

Some Summer Schools are provided by universities and can be a brilliant way to experience an authentic UK education environment with a lower cost than a full degree. Designed for undergraduates, the best of these provide academic credits that can be transferred and offer you a lifelong link to the institution you choose and the potential to return for further study with discounted fees.

Summer courses will help build your existing knowledge of a subject or introduce you to it for the first time. Because of this, many courses are available at an introductory or advanced level, and minimum entry requirements are not always. Summer courses last between one to five weeks during the months of June, July and August, and accommodation, meals and social trips and activities are also provided.

Why study a summer course in the UK?

• Choose from a wide variety of academic courses and gain valuable international experience
• Improve your English by learning in an English-speaking environment alongside fellow international students
• Classes are made up of lectures, seminars and group work, just like a full degree
• Visit famous UK and London landmarks on special trips
• Accommodation and meals provided

Summer Schools

All of the below schools are carefully selected and fully certified by the British Council.

The University of Liverpool

The University of Liverpool offers two summer programmes designed for undergraduates currently studying at the university. The International Summer School is a three or 6-week academic programme offering stimulating teaching across multiple subjects, a social programme, on-campus accommodation guaranteed and credits to return home with.
The Summer Research Programme offers the rare opportunity to join an active area of research at a Russell Group University and contribute to the work of an academic, gain credits and hone the skills that will set you up for future study.

Check Liverpool's website for details - project lengths vary.

Embassy English

Embassy summer English courses offer students the chance to explore a new country, make new friends and have fun while learning English. Choose from ten locations across the UK including London, Cambridge and Oxford, and then combine learning English with activities such as Basketball, Dance and Football!

Courses are suitable for children, juniors and young adults with accommodation and social activities also included in the fee.

Kings Education

Kings Education summer courses cater for students of all age groups, requirements and interests. The Kings Summer Course is designed specifically for children aged 8-17, while Kings Summer Plus offers a range of special activities such as performing arts, tennis and horse riding. Students can choose to study in London, Bath, Cheltenham and Oxford.

Warwickshire College Group

Learn English in the UK at Warwickshire College. Taught by experienced teachers, summer programmes at Warwickshire will prepare you for university and help you reach a target IELTS score. Weekly visits to UK towns and cities including London, Stratford-upon-Avon, Oxford and Bath will take place, while sporting activities in the summer sunshine will keep you active.

Durham University Summer School

Durham University is the third oldest university in England and the Durham Summer School programme is a great chance for students to to get ahead with one of their short courses of intensive academic study.

Students will practice academic writing and develop their ability to present argument and analysis, while also having the opportunity to give presentations on academic topics including your own undergraduate studies.

London School of English

The London School of English work with King’s College London and Middlesex University to provide international students the opportunity to combine an English language course with a summer university course.

There are a wide range of subjects available at the university summer schools, which can be taken for academic credit or for professional and personal development.

Bell English

Bell’s English summer programmes will develop English skills and essential life and practical skills through a range of project-based lessons, study tours and activities.

Beginning in July and August Bell courses prepare international students and young learners for all aspects of academic life.

Leicester International Summer School

The Leicester International Summer School at the University of Leicester will improve your English skills in an academic and friendly environment while also helping you discover and learn more about UK culture and history through excursions and social activities.

The three week summer course features a comprehensive induction programme, including an introduction to the City of Leicester and 32 hours of general English classes, with special focus on speaking and listening skills.