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Our Medicine Summer Course will introduce you to the fascinating world of medicine and disease, extending your prior knowledge and understanding of medical research and practice. You will gain insight into what it takes to work in the medical profession in the 21st Century.
Explore the fields of biology, genetics, neuroscience, genomics, emergency medicine and human anatomy, and gain practical insight into a career as a Surgeon, Doctor, Nurse or Allied Health Professional. Investigate the practice of medicine through guest speakers and simulations. Join the Oxford Royale Medicine Summer Course and unleash your potential, learning through hands on practicals and interactive workshops.
| Location | Oxford Royale at Yale |
| For Ages | 16-18 years |
| Duration | 2 weeks |
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Watch our Medicine Summer Course trailer to see how students on the programme in Oxford developed practical clinical skills and had a summer to shape their future. Hear directly from students and teachers how we use the best facilities and a bespoke curriculum to enhance our students academic ability and show them exactly what it is like to work in the medical profession.
Watch our Summer Courses in Yale trailer to hear from students and teachers about the transformative experiences they had whilst attending programmes in Yale. See the amazing university campus venues of our lessons and parties whilst students speak about their academic learning. Also, hear students on making international friends against the backdrop of their trip to New York.
Medicine Summer Course in Yale for ages 16-18 will help students prepare for a career in medicine. They’ll better understand their path to success and access valuable insights into health, disease and the future of healthcare.
Our students come from over 175 countries around the world, allowing them to build a global network of like-minded future doctors and medical health professionals.
All students on our Medicine Summer Course in Yale will develop key academic skills such as:
– Learning the anatomy and physiology of key body systems, and how these are disrupted by disease
– Applying ethical principles to practical scenarios
– Critically analysing current research on medicine
– Developing presentation and communication skills through simulated checkups and appointments
Our Medicine Summer Course will help students grow by developing key transferable skills for university and beyond:
– Communication and leadership skills developed through presentations and simulations
– Confidence through being given personal research projects
– Independence by exploring the cities of New Haven and New York with new like-minded friends from around the world
Our Medicine Summer Course in Yale for ages 16 to 18 is an incredible opportunity for students preparing for medicine school applications to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of medicine:
– Identify the major health challenges facing humanity
– Understand how to plan a pathway to medical school
– Develop the mindset and skills needed in a medical career
– Explore the different fields and specialisations within Medicine
– Gain hands-on clinical experience
In between world class academic learning, our students will take part in a full timetable of enriching social and cultural activities:
– Social events with their new friends, from karaoke to quiz nights
– A wide range of sports events including tennis, running club, football, and the Oxford Royale Olympics
– A weekend excursion to the amazing city of New York
– A Friday Night Party where students can enjoy a night of music and excitement with their new friends
– A formal Graduation ceremony and dinner, followed by a final graduation party to say goodbye
In their study time, students will have an assignment to create a research poster focusing on innovative treatments or interventions for a chosen disease, enhancing their ability to conduct and appraise research and present their finding effectively.
On the final Thursday of the programme, our Medicine students will work in teams with their classmates to research and develop innovative healthcare solutions. They must research in depth a current medical issue, design a technological solution, and deliver a high-quality, professional pitch to the rest of the class.
To help our students discover everything that New Haven and New York have to offer, we will be offering the “Immersive Quest”, a two week long virtual scavenger hunt. In teams our students will answer questions and explore their city – and winners will receive a prize at graduation!
Full timetable
Click here to download a full sample timetable of our Medicine Summer Course in Yale.
Typical day
A typical weekday on our Medicine Summer Course in Yale for ages 16 to 18:
Week 1
The week starts with an introduction to medicine: exploring the key skills students require to be a successful doctor, including history taking and clinical examinations. Students will explore neurology, the respiratory, nervous and cardiovascular systems. Afternoons will include emergency care, workshops and cultural exploration. Each evening, students will take part in study support groups, debates and public speaking, and a number of seminars, as well as social activities. Near the end of the week, students will have the opportunity to visit New York with a tour group and relax with their fellow students.
Week 2
The second week includes student presentations, practical and academic workshops and the opportunity to explore surgery, and the future of health. Evenings are spent with study groups, public speaking and debate competitions. In the second week, students will take part in the headline address that covers the key medical challenges we face, and enjoy further social engagements. The week culminates in the Challenge Day and Graduation, where students present what they have learned and take part in the famous Oxford Royale Graduation, respectively.
Oxford Royale is operated independently of Yale University and is not sponsored or endorsed by the University. The views expressed in connection with the program are not the official positions, statements of advice nor opinions of Yale University and should not be viewed as an endorsement by Yale of any such views or statements.
Residential on the prestigious campus of Yale University
Inspiring programmes taught by experts
Graduation ceremony, report cards and graduation certificate
International student community with over 170 nationalities represented since 2004
Accommodation, breakfast and dinner, tuition and cultural programmes included
17.5 hours of tuition per week
Inspirational cultural programmes
Escape ordinary classroom teaching and learn through interactive and immersive lessons.
Hands-on classes designed to help students learn through practical application.
An interactive forum with an expert in the field, giving students valuable insights into related and new topics.
Successful and famous guest speakers offer students the chance to pose their most important questions.
Essential for honing students' reasoning abilities and public speaking skills.
Escape ordinary classroom teaching and learn through interactive and immersive lessons.
Dynamic lectures given by passionate teachers packed with facts and viewpoints to engage the audience.
An opportunity to work closely with, and learn from, different perspectives.
Working in pairs and small groups, students have plenty of opportunity for discussion and debate.
Apply the skills and knowledge gained throughout your two-week programme in an immersive full day simulation event.
Visit New York and experience the excitement of this world-famous city. From landmarks like the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty, to cultural venues like the Museum of Modern Art, and unmissable tourist destinations from Central Park all the way to Broadway!
A guided tour of New Haven will help you feel like a local in this historic university city: as the first planned city in the whole of the US it is easy to navigate, and your guide gives you a chance to see the magnificent Gothic architecture and vibrant local scenery.
Experience history at the Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library, the literary archive of Yale University. One of the largest buildings dedicated to rare books, the library contains more than a million books– a book-lover’s dream!
Yale is a centre of culture with many fascinating museums and galleries to explore. The Knights of Columbus Museum, the New Haven Museum, and the New Haven Art Museum for a taste of Yale’s history.
Celebrate the end of your course in style at your Oxford Royale graduation. Have the chance to dress in your best clothes and receive a certificate that showcases all your hard work during the course, joined with the new friends you’ve made.
“Where I go to school we do not have this kind of equipment, and I have never seen equipment like this. It was not just lectures and lessons, but practical masterclasses. The quality of the teaching is really good. The teachers are patient and helpful and the atmosphere is great. I have really enjoyed studying here. ”
“I have never been in a medical setting before where I can truly participate in everything that is going on, so I really enjoyed that. We were learning all the steps in every process, and learning about emergency situations was really interesting.”
Zenia
ORA is not just a summer program, it is a second family for students from all around the world. I honestly can't find the words to describe the amazing time I had those two weeks. The lifelong bonds that I formed with students from almost every country of the world, will accompany me as I grow up. Moreover, the staff and counselors were there to guide me throughout this beautiful journey, as I knew that I could count on them for whatever I needed. The lessons were excellent and easy to understand, as the teachers thoroughly explaind everything being taught, while simultaneously making every lesson enjoyable and fun. To sum up, ORA is a place for everyone to evolve and gain independence in a safe and protected environment. ORA is a family.
Isabella
Such a truly amazing experience, I definitely suggest it to others. It is not only the amazing education given over the time period that you are there, but the friends you make over the way that makes this even better.
Tamar
Having the opportunity to attend Oxford Royal Academy is beyond imaginable. The summer program included many activities such as football matches, treasure hunts, tennis, basketball and many other activities you may think of. This allowed us to connect with the people we call friends today. Additionally, Oxford Royal Academy has a wide range of subjects you could choose to expand your knowledge on like ( business, economics, medicine, new perspectives) etc, as this could help you explore how passionate you can be about that specific subject. Conclusively, my stay at Oxford royal academy allowed me to understand not only what subject I enjoy learning but also the meaning of friendship and meeting new people from around the world.
Cyriac
Its a serious but extremely enjoyable experience.
ria
it was a very fun experience gave me an opportunity to meet so many new people and make so many new friends as well as learn alot through the classes and also get a small insight of college life
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