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Atlas Summer Courses is the new name for the programme formerly known as Oxford Summer Courses, reflecting its growth from its Oxford beginnings into a wider academic summer experience. While the name has changed, the focus remains on small-group teaching, academic challenge, independent thinking and bringing together students from around the world. With more than 40 subjects and programmes in Oxford, Cambridge and Harrow, the Atlas name represents the programme’s aim to help students explore their interests, broaden their perspectives and discover where their curiosity could take them next.
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Discover the Corpus Clock in Cambridge, a bold and unusual timepiece with a gold-plated face and a "time-eating" grasshopper. Learn about its construction, the grasshopper escapement, and its unique design. Renowned physicist Stephen Hawking unveiled the clock in 2008.
Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest occupied castle globally, has housed British monarchs for over 1000 years. Explore the Changing of the Guard, St George's Chapel, and the historic town.
Explore Oxford's Bodleian Libraries, famous for their academic treasures and stunning architecture. As a legal deposit library for 400 years, it houses over 13 million items. From the iconic Radcliffe Camera to the transformed Weston Library, trace its remarkable history and growth.
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Psychology offers career preparation, analytical skills, understanding human behaviour, complementing other subjects, and improving communication skills. A-levels are generally accepted for entry. Psychology degrees provide diverse career opportunities and transferable skills.
Mathematical Bridge in Queen's College, Cambridge defied 18th-century engineering with an arched shape using straight timbers. Designed by Etheridge, built by King, it relies on compression. Repairs and teak rebuild in 1905. Apply to Atlas Summer Courses for a memorable experience in 2027.
Are you considering attending a summer course in the UK? Perhaps you’re looking to spend some time studying at one of the world’s leading universities? Read our article to learn more about why you should consider attending a summer course this year.
Dr. Kieron Winn, an Oxford-educated poet, has received praise for his poetry collection. Oxford boasts a literary legacy with writers like Shelley and Sayers.
Studying at home can offer flexibility and independence, but it is important to maintain opportunities for social interaction alongside academic work. From arranging study sessions and keeping in touch with classmates to joining clubs, meeting friends and creating clear boundaries around study time, there are plenty of ways to stay connected. For students who spend much of the year learning independently, a residential experience such as Atlas Summer Courses can provide a different environment, combining academic learning with an international student community and shared social experiences.
