Why London?
Our London Summer School gives you an authentic taste of undergraduate life at Imperial College London, a STEMB-focused university with an incredible academic reputation. Regularly ranked as one of the top 10 institutions in the world, it’s located in the very heart of the UK’s vibrant capital city, with London’s most exciting attractions just moments away.
Programmes in London
Explore ProgrammesWith 6 varied courses to choose from – from Economics & Finance to Medicine to Architecture – Oxford Royale’s carefully crafted summer programmes in London are taught by expert tutors who will challenge and inspire you.
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Where will you stay?
When you study with us, you’ll spend your summer living like a real London undergraduate – in spacious university accommodation with ensuite bathrooms, also known as ‘halls’. Located in Prince’s Gardens, South Kensington, you’ll live in one of the city’s most fashionable neighbourhoods at the centre of London’s cultural scene, with famous landmarks like the Natural History Museum, the Royal Albert Hall and the Science Museum just a few minutes’ walk away.
Live the life of a student in London
All lessons, meals, lectures and events will take place on Imperial College London’s campus. We make use of the university’s world-class facilities to offer rare experiences, making sure you get the most out of your time with us – for example, our 16-18-year-old medical students can get hands-on experience using medical equipment in clinical skills sessions.
Graduation
As the programmes draw to a close, you’ll enjoy a prestigious graduation ceremony to celebrate all of your achievements, where you’ll be presented with your certificates in a beautiful Imperial College London venue.
Excursions
Students at our London Summer School enjoy exciting excursions to nearby cultural sites during the programme. For example, you may explore world-famous landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye – or even catch a West End theatre show.
Buckingham Palace - The iconic home of the British Monarchy
London Eye - A breathtaking view of London from above
West End - London's Iconic hub for theatre and entertainment
Houses of Parliament - The heart of British democracy
What do our London alumni say?
Don’t just take our word for it. Here’s why students love our Summer Programmes in London.
Activities in London
We host many educational events in some of the majestic venues the UK’s capital city, London, has to offer. Every evening, students can take part in our Public Speaking and Debate Society, helping them to develop confidence and communications skills, all culminating in our debating grand final.
Students also enjoy enriching seminars from globally-renowned thought leaders, such as our ‘Shaping Your Future’ series and the Headline Address, which explores the important issues facing the modern world today.
As well as our educational timetable and exclusive events and excursions (see above) our students can relax and make lifelong friends via fun and structured activities, including a popular campus talent show and Olympics in the Park.
Meet some of our London tutors
Explore FacultyOur teachers, often lecturers and graduates from Oxbridge, the Ivy League and other top global institutions, inspire every student to excel.
We focus on preparing our 16-18 year old students for university applications and guiding future career aspirations, as they learn more about different specialisms within their chosen subject.
Meet Some of Our Teachers
Dr Claire Keene
Dr Claire Keene is a public health clinician with a masters in International Health and Tropical Medicine from the University of Oxford. She is an experienced clinical trial manager, recently managing a Médecins Sans Frontières project on HIV and tuberculosis.
Dr Anisa Butt
A member of the Oxford Royale team for many years, Anisa Butt is a lecturer in economics at King’s College London. Currently completing a PhD in Economics from the University of Reading, her focus is on gender and ethnic income inequality.
Dr. Rehan Shah
Dr. Rehan Shah is a Lecturer in Mathematics and Engineering Education at Queen Mary University of London. He has completed a BEng in Mechanical Engineering with Business Finance at UCL with LSE, an MSc in Mathematical Modelling and Scientific Computing at the University of Oxford, and a PhD in Applied Mathematics at UCL.
Kelly Thornton
Kelly holds a first class degree in Law from Queen Mary University of London, and a BPTC and Masters Degree from BPP University. She practises as a Law Lecturer in family law and corporate crime, and is a qualified mediator covering both civil and commercial cases.