Imperial Global Summer School

Elevate your passion for STEM and make friends from around the world at our pre-university programme for students aged 16 and 17.

During Global Summer School you will:

  • Learn at a world top two university – the only one in the UK focussing exclusively on science, engineering, medicine and business. 
  • Take your subject knowledge to the next level through a challenging academic programme that includes classroom-based lectures, laboratory sessions and practical workshops. 
  • Solve a real-world problem by coming together with students from other academic subjects to share expertise in an Innovation Challenge.  
  • Access professional advice and guidance on applying to study at a university in the UK, especially to Imperial College London.
  • Stay in real student accommodation on our South Kensington Campus. 
  • Enjoy evenings and a weekend full of social activities to help you make the most of your time in London. 

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Solve a real-world challenge in week two

In week two of the programme, you will be placed into a group with students from different academic subjects. Together you will share expertise and help solve a real-world challenge.  
  
The Innovation Challenge is led by the Imperial Enterprise Lab, a group of industry experts, and is a chance for you to develop vital skills you will need at university such as presentation, communication and group work.  

Find out more about the innovation challenge.

Global Summer School videos

2024 teacher and counsellor information session

This information session provides an overview of the 2024 Global Summer School programme. Including, a breakdown of the academic sessions, Innovation Challenge, masterclasses and the exciting calendar of social activities. The Global Summer School team run through the application process, entry requirements and how to write a teacher / counsellor reference statement. Further information about the programme and how to support students during the application process can be found on our website: https://bit.ly/4910OLN

2024 teacher and counsellor information session

2024 teacher and counsellor information session

Information for teachers and counsellors about the 2024 programme.

This information session provides an overview of the 2024 Global Summer School programme. Including, a breakdown of the academic sessions, Innovation Challenge, masterclasses and the exciting calendar of social activities. The Global Summer School team run through the application process, entry requirements and how to write a teacher / counsellor reference statement. Further information about the programme and how to support students during the application process can be found on our website: https://bit.ly/4910OLN

2024 student and parent information session

2024 student and parent information session

Information for students and parents about the 2024 programme.

Learn about Imperial Global Summer School! Find out what to expect on the 2024 programme including the academic sessions, social activities, masterclasses and more. We also run through the application process, entry requirements and references. Visit our website: https://bit.ly/3Uh6w8o

The student experience

The student experience

Want to find out more about Global Summer School?

Global Summer School 2024

2024 TeenLife Summer Opportunities Virtual Fair

Find out what's in store for the 2024 academic and social programme.

About the innovation challenge

The Innovation Challenge

What is the Innovation Challenge all about?

About Global Summer School

About Global Summer School

Join us for an unforgettable experience at Global Summer School.

Why attend Global Summer School? Hear from our alumni

Why attend Global Summer School? Hear from our alumni

Hear about the student experience at Global Summer School.

2023 Student Information Session

2023 Student Information Session

Information session for the 2023 programme.