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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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Computer Science is the study of how computers solve problems through algorithms, programming, and data systems — powering everything from apps to AI. At Atlas Summer Courses, students aged 13–24 can explore key concepts like coding, cybersecurity, and machine learning in small-group classes tailored to their interests in Oxford or Cambridge.

Artificial Intelligence is the study of how machines can learn, reason, and solve problems — powering everything from voice assistants to self-driving cars. At Atlas Summer Courses, students aged 16–17 can explore AI in Cambridge through hands-on projects, ethical debates, and real-world case studies, building the skills to shape the future of technology.

Sociology and Anthropology explore how societies function and how cultures evolve, helping us understand identity, inequality, belief systems, and human connection across time and place. At Atlas Summer Courses, students aged 16–24 can study these subjects in Oxford, developing research, critical thinking, and cross-cultural skills through personalised, discussion-based learning.

Politics explores how power is exercised, decisions are made, and societies are governed — from local laws to global diplomacy. At Atlas Summer Courses, students aged 16–24 can study Politics in Oxford, engaging in debates and tutorials that cover ideologies, institutions, and the real-world impact of political systems.

Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) explores how societies think, govern, and manage resources by combining critical insights from three powerful disciplines. At Atlas Summer Courses, students aged 16–17 can study PPE in Oxford through small-group tutorials that explore real-world issues like justice, power, and policy from philosophical, political, and economic perspectives.

Leadership is the ability to inspire, guide, and empower others to create meaningful change, combining communication, empathy, and decision-making. At Atlas Summer Courses, students aged 13–24 can explore leadership styles, ethical dilemmas, and team dynamics through personalised, discussion-based learning in Oxford and Cambridge.

Classical Civilisation explores the ancient worlds of Greece and Rome — their literature, philosophy, politics, and art — and how these civilisations continue to shape modern life. At Atlas Summer Courses, students aged 16–24 can study myths, epics, and ancient thought in Oxford through personalised, discussion-led learning with expert tutors.

History is the study of how past events, people, and cultures have shaped the present — helping us understand change, conflict, and human progress. At Atlas Summer Courses, students aged 13–24 can explore historical themes in Oxford or Cambridge, sharpening their research and critical thinking skills through personalised, expert-led learning.

International Relations explores how countries interact, cooperate, and address global challenges such as conflict, diplomacy, and human rights. At Atlas Summer Courses, students aged 16–24 can study IR in Oxford or Cambridge, gaining critical insight into global politics, international law, and diplomacy in small, expert-led classes.

