Imperial Global Summer School

Study. Meet. Solve.
A pre-university STEM programme for students aged 16 and 17.

During Global Summer School you will:

Learn at a world top ten university – the only one in the UK focussing exclusively on science, engineering, medicine and business.
Take your subject knowledge to the next level through a challenging academic programme that includes classroom-based lectures, laboratory sessions and practical workshops.
Solve a real-world challenge by coming together with students from other academic subjects to share expertise in a STEM challenge.
Access professional advice and guidance on applying to study at a university in the UK, especially to Imperial College London.
Stay in real student accommodation on our South Kensington Campus.
Enjoy evenings and a weekend full of social activities to help you make the most of your time in London.

Download our 2023 Global Summer School brochure.

Key information:

• Students must be 16-or 17-years-old;
• demonstrate excellent academic ability;
• and possess strong English language skills.

View our entry requirements

Programme dates:

• Monday 3 July - Saturday 15 July
• Monday 7 August - Saturday 19 August

About the programme

Programme fee:

The 2023 residential programme fee is £5,825.

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Important information

Applications are now closed for our 2023 programme. We have been overwhelmed by the response to Global Summer School this year and want to thank everyone who expressed an interest or applied.

Register your interest for Global Summer School 2024

Apply now

Visit 'how to apply' for further instructions on the application process and to submit your application. Applications are assessed on a first come first served basis, so we would recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

How to apply

Engineering

Combining elements of engineering and design, this subject will expose you to a range of key concepts from chemical to civil engineering.

Find out more about Engineering

Medicine and Life Sciences

You will be introduced to key research techniques and new subject content, along with clinical skills in practical workshops at one of Imperial’s affiliated hospitals.

Find out more about Medicine and Life Sciences

Physics

Focusing on the physics and mathematics of a central concept in the physical sciences, you’ll learn to look at a problem or physical situation using different tools.

Find out more about Physics

Past events

Global Summer School | Parent, Teacher and Counsellor Information Session

Learn more about what’s in store for the 2023 Global Summer School programme, including an overview of the academic sessions, the Enterprise Lab STEM challenge, masterclasses and the exciting calendar of social activities.

Students working together around desks at Global Summer School — Global Summer School 2023 information session

Interested in applying for Global Summer School 2023? In this information session, we cover everything you need to know about the application process including international and local entry requirements, the assessment criteria and the support available.

Learn about our Imperial Global Summer School!

TeenLife's Virtual Fair provides an overview of our 2023 academic programme including, a course outline, support available, eligibility and assessment criteria and most importantly, what you can gain from Global Summer School!

The Global Student Success Forum is an annual event that brings together Global Top 100 Universities, education sector thought leaders, senior administrators and counsellors to support students through the transition from high school to university.

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