Academic Summer Courses in London

Think you’d like to be a doctor and would like to know more about what skills you need? Fancy being an architect but don’t know how to find out the best subjects to study? Love to get into the world of Fashion and Design? Want to see London’s business and financial centre close up? The Academic Summer Courses at Chelsea Independent College offer you the opportunity to explore your favourite subjects in more depth and gain practical experience in your chosen career field, whilst improving your English and having fun exploring one of the greatest and most international cities on earth with other students from around the world. You will be taught in small groups in a relaxed and collaborative environment, meet leading professionals, take part in interactive workshops and seminars and of course visit some of London’s incredible cultural and commercial attractions. Courses include:

Art & DesignVisit a working art studio and take classes in Fine Art, Photography, Textiles or Graphics

Business & FinanceLearn how to trade on the stock exchange and compete in the class business challenge

Law, Politics & International Relations

Visit London’s highest criminal court: the Old Bailey and prosecute or defend in a classroom trial

MedicineVisit one of London’s major hospitals and learn what is required to win a place at medical school in the UK

Timing Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

8.00-9.00am Breakfast

9.30am-12.30pm

Students Arrive

English Language

English Language

Work Experience Visit to Hospital

English Language

English Language

Activities

Biology Chemistry Biology Chemistry

12.30-1.30pm Lunch Lunch

1.30-4.30pm Induction/ Optional Activities

Introduction to Careers in Medicine

Topical Debates in Medicine: Issues facing Medics in Europe

Preparing for a career in Medicine: UKCAT, BMAT and Work Experience

Choosing Your University

Activities

4.30-6.00pm Free Time Free Time

6.00-7.30pm Dinner

7.30pm Disco Games Evening

Movie Night Quiz Evening

Karaoke Evening

Free Evening

Free Evening

Example timetable

If you are considering applying to Medical School, our Medical School programme offers you the opportunity to consolidate your academic knowledge, improve your English Language and immerse yourself in the world of Medicine. All of this whilst enjoying the excitement of living in London.

The course combines intensive academic study in relevant subject areas with English Language tuition in context. You will also visit important medical institutions, hear talks from leading consultants and general practice heads, take part in seminars on ethics and dealing with patients, as well as a full programme of social activities.

The course will help you build on knowledge from your current Biology and Chemistry syllabuses and apply it in medical contexts. It will also incorporate debates and discussions on the role of medical professionals in a wider ethical and social context, leaving you well equipped to deal with medical ethics questions at interview and in professional life.

Medicine 6-19 July | 20 July-2 August | 3-16 August

Please note timetable are subject to change.

English Language ProgrammeOur English programme has been designed to develop your language ability in your chosen subject area. As well as improving your key skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking) you’ll also develop your vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation through interactive small group sessions. Workshops and ActivitiesYour summer course workshops will all be related to your chosen theme allowing you to use the new language and academic skills you have acquired. Our social programme of activities and excursions is all about having fun, making friends and experiencing life in London. Pathways to UK universitiesAll our summer courses include specialist advice on how to get in to top UK universities. We hold individual consultations and group seminars to ensure you receive the counselling you need and provide you with all relevant information to make the best possible choices. This includes sessions on personal statement writing, gaining relevant work experience and mock interview practice. AccommodationWe offer full boarding facilities for students aged 14 or over. Accommodation is contemporary and luxurious, with 24-hour supervision, Wi-Fi throughout the building, fully catered with three meals a-day and free washing and drying facilities.

• All bedrooms ensuite• Single rooms (16+ years old)• Shared rooms (14-15 years old)• Accommodation is only a short distance from the college (15 minutes walk, 10 minutes by bus)

Programme fees and details

Enrolment £75

Price per week (min. 2 weeks, incluldes accommodation, catering, airport transfer* £1100

Classes to be divided by age; 14-15 years old, 16-18 years old

*Applies to students arriving/departing from London Heathrow, London City Airport and London Gatwick

Study in one of the world's most exciting and vibrant citiesFrom London’s beautiful parks, to world-class museums, historic houses and magnificent art galleries, there are some amazing experiences for you to have in London. As the cultural capital of Europe and the most popular English-speaking study destination in the world, London offers an amazing diversity of things to see and experience. Whether you wish to take in the work of some of history’s most famous artists at the National Gallery or Tate Britain, step aboard HMS Belfast or wish to marvel at ancient relics in the British Museum - London will undoubtedly have a museum or gallery for your interests. In addition to the plethora of galleries, museums and sporting events; London is a vibrant and exciting city packed full of music venues, world famous restaurants, theatres, cinemas, not to mention its pubs and clubs - there truly is something for everyone..