"I found this course to be the perfect…"

I found this course to be the perfect balance of education and time to explore the city and spend time with people from all over the world. I found that the smaller groups in which we ate each night allowed for the formation of close friendships that will last a lifetime. The small class sizes also allowed for the best education experience as you became instantaneously comfortable with your class and professor which allowed you to gain the most from the seminars and tutorials. The staff were amazing and it is a summer I will never forget

"I liked going to South Kensington"

I liked going to South Kensington, most of the activities were fun. Some of the day trips were really boring. We walked 20km everyday, it sucked. The teachers would get me in trouble for no reason. We barely had any freedom. The classes are wayyyyy too long. 3 hours of one class, everyone fell asleep.

"A summer I will never forget"

Loved to experience Oxford and its culture and history over the course of 2 weeks. Whilst studying a subject that I am most passionate about (English Literature) I have now also made life-long friends from all around the world. Thank you to OSC for a short, but great summer!

"It was a very good experience and I…"

It was a very good experience and I made friends from all over the world and learned more about the british culture..

"Good experience"

The academic experience was excellent, my teacher being very kind and extremely prepared. However, this being a summer course, there weren't nearly as many hours of lessons as I think there should be.

Furthermore, any kind of communication ( a part from when it came to paying) before arrival is faulty if not lacking.... for example they told me to pay an insurance which I later found out was totally useless, and there was little or no info given about the course itself even when I telephoned or wrote (how many hours of lessons, who would be the teacher, to which city and college I had been assigned...). It came to the point when my family started to think it was a fraud.

For such an expensive course, I would expect activities to be well-organised, particularly when it came to excursions... turns out they just drop you at the place and give you a timing at which you need to be back to the bus. Even some workshops seemed to be chosen randomly.

The accommodation was ok even if cleaning service was disgusting: the room was cleaned two days after arrival and then no more for twelve more days. When I asked if where I could get clean towels I wasn't given an answer.

The last point I really think you should work on is... money. At times it felt like everything was revolving around it: for example at dinnertime we were sometimes denied our choice for a difference of 0.20£.

However, as I said early on, teaching was excellent... hence the three stars. Also, everyone in my group was stimulating and interesting, so there was a friendly and pleasing atmosphere throughout the whole two weeks.

Overall I would say it was a good experience, but way too expensive.

"My once in a lifetime experience!"

Finding a place where knowledge, fun, and adventure come together gets pretty challenging nowadays. With Oxford Summer Courses, I found that place. I chose Oxford Summer Courses to experience what life at a university in the UK would be like. I ended up reaching my initial goal while making everlasting friendships, discovering new places and efficiently learning about the course I had chosen.
My favorite memory this summer would have to be our last day trip to Bath. That evening was unforgettable since we were having a picnic where all our group leaders and all of the other student were simply enjoying each other’s company.
The course itself was incredibly beneficial. All tutors were trained professionals who had clear and organized programs. We touched on sensitive topics where I was able to explore the different cultures and backgrounds people came from. There weren’t long lectures yet there were many small group talks which made it easy for me to learn what I needed and it also meant that I was always focused on. For example, in the Medicine course I chose, we were learning about sutures. Our tutor, therefore, offered each student a skin model on which they could practice many kinds of sutures. At first, I had found it extremely complex to do so but after a short amount of time, thanks to my tutor’s help, I nailed it!
Oxford Summer Courses granted me the experience of a lifetime; an experience I will never forget.

"Best summer of MY LIFE!!!!"

Oxford summer courses has made the summer of 2018 the best one I’ve had so far. This was the first time I’ve ever gone for a summer course as well as being away from my parents and hometown for so long. I wasn’t as scared when I arrived at St Benet’s hall because I had the comforting face of one of my best childhood friends over there. Not to mention the incredibly nice and welcoming staff who were soon to become great friends of mine. Our dinner on the first day is what really began the formation of lifelong friendships with a lot of the people there.
Over the course of 2 weeks in oxford I learned an intermediate level of computer science, learned how to punt as well as a few other sports, responsibility for myself and belongings(being away from my home), and about many people’s cultures and how they differ from the stereotype of those countries portrayed in tv shows and movies. The boys lived in a different building than the girls around a 15 mins walk from the main campus. We dreaded it for the first few days but eventually we got used to it and it used to be a good bonding time for all of us. There was a ping pong table in our building as well which, as soon as it was set up, we played every single night from the time we got back till the time for lights out. The breakfast and lunch they provide are for all cultures and there is a wide variety to select from. The lessons were also a bit of a walk away at another campus called the Somerville College. Those were for 3 hours, classes were only of 4-5 people so the lessons were very interactive and we all really got more out of them. That was followed by a 1 hour lunch and then workshop/ study time and free time. The timetable was really well balanced to provide an equal amount of academic learning and skill development.
In Cambridge and Oxford there was a lot of walking from one destination to the next so it really taught everyone a lot about the cities and how they differ from students’ own places to which they call home. Cambridge pretty much followed the same timetable however their accommodation was nicer as it wa more modern. However, the residence at oxford felt more like a home than a campus so I can’t really say which is better. I studied math in Cambridge under Mr. Simon Mullen and he taught me more than I would’ve probably learned in 4-5 weeks at my own school, that too of topics at A – level difficulty. It was truly a eye – opening experience and I am all the better for it. I highly recommend Oxford Summer courses to anyone looking for a summer to spend making new friends, learning amazing things or just to have a genuine fun time.

"An Incredible Experience!"

Spending two weeks at Cambridge this summer with Oxford Summer Courses was easily one of the best experiences of my life. Academically, the courses offered were diverse and interesting, perfect if one wants to focus on a subject that may not be typically offered at school. For example, my course in Medicine was something that I’ve always had a passion for, but never had the opportunity to study at school. Looking back, Oxford Summer Courses was life-changing for me because it both exposed me to the subject of medicinal biotechnology and helped me confirm what I want to do in the future, which is to pursue a medical career. The class environment was comfortable, encouraging, and facilitated an exchange of ideas. My tutor had extensive knowledge about the subject, and she was very caring, approachable and supportive; I felt like I could always ask her questions about the material we were covering in class or about her specific career path in the medical field.

Outside of the classroom, we were able to tour and get to know Cambridge as a university and a town, and went on day trips to places such as London and Warwick Castle twice a week. Through these fun, cultural activities, I was able to learn more about England and experience university life at Cambridge. I am very thankful for the opportunity that I had to meet people from so many different parts of the world. Each of us had different stories and experiences to share, but we all became very close over the time we spent together at Cambridge.

I would definitely recommend spending one’s summer with Oxford Summer Courses!

"My Experience in London"

Oxford Summer Courses was an amazing experience. I finally understood what studying at the university is, the subjects were very focused and with an amusing way of learning, explained by amazing teachers and Teacher Assistants in different part of the city. The activities were useful in a social and educational experiences.
OSC is a two, or four, weeks programme that challenged you in various aspects, such as homesickness and planning your own money which prepared you for your next independent university lifestyle. I met, during this summer programme, amazing people for life; the best part of the programme is that everyone is new and does not know other people, so you get along with each other immediately.
Oxford Summer Courses is a perfect way to get ready for university in all its aspect, and it is great value and well worth the money considering all the experiences you have during the programme.

"It was really amazing"

It was really amazing. I loved it. I learned a lot and I met new people! I enjoyed my time there. I recommand it to everyone who like new adventures!