Summer Course - Oxbridge Advanced Studies Program
Individual and Personalized OXBRIDGE Online Courses
Bucksmore Education was founded in 1979, and in 2003 it became part of Oxford International Education Group. The school has a rich history and traditions, but also originality and challenges. It takes pride in its 40 years of experience in refining and improving the quality of its prestigious summer schools. The school's goal is for every course it offers to be the best course its students have ever attended.
Oxbridge Preparation Course
Oxbridge Preparation is a two-week course developed in partnership with Oxford International College. The aim of this course is to prepare students for applying to, and gaining admission to, some of the most prestigious universities in the UK. The curriculum enables students to take their first steps toward applying both to Oxbridge and to other top 30 universities in the country. They learn about the application process, writing personal statements, preparing for admissions tests and Oxbridge-style interviews. Students have one teacher and three mentors. They have the opportunity to experience life at the University of Oxford.
The curriculum was developed by educator Yasmin Sarwar, co-founder of Cardiff Sixth Form College and education director of Oxford International College. The course covers career guidance, interview techniques and preparation, preparing and writing a personal statement, and understanding the skills required for admission.
- 20 hours of lessons per week;
- Maximum of 11 students per group;
- One full-day and one half-day excursion during the stay;
- Full board;
- Minimum required level – B2 Upper-Intermediate.
The course is designed for students who are serious about studying at a university in the UK. The main goals are for students to:
- Fully understand the dates, deadlines, application content and admission requirements.
- Receive advice on which degree courses to apply for.
- Write their personal statements for their applications.
- Be prepared for any type of university admissions test – UKCAT, LNAT.
- Develop the skills and confidence to perform well at interview.
- Learn how to continue preparing to pass the interview successfully.
Accommodation
St. Edmund Hall
The building dates from 1278 and is the last surviving medieval hall in Oxford. Students have the opportunity to live alongside students of the University of Oxford. The building is located right next to Oxford High Street, and the city center is just a 5-minute walk away. Oxford, the "city of dreaming spires" – as the poet Matthew Arnold called it – is famous for its beautiful buildings and is located 60 miles northwest of London. Accommodation is in twin rooms with shared bathrooms. There are also common areas that students can use, as well as a library. Every two weeks there is a traditional formal dinner in the university dining hall.
Dates and prices
Two-week course, June 28 – July 11 – 2,250 GBP (per week)
Two-week course, July 12 – July 25 – 2,250 GBP (per week)