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D'Overbroeck's College
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Location
Oxford
Age
13—17 years old
Accomodation
Residence
For
Сhildren
Age: 13-17 years old.
Course start dates: July 4 and 11, 2024.
Duration - 2 or 4 weeks.
D'overbroeck's College is an independent private school. Located in Oxford - one of the most beautiful and historically significant cities in the UK, which is the home of the famous University of Oxford.
Oxford is a relatively small and safe city, which at the same time offers many opportunities for study, leisure and entertainment: a large number of cinemas, theatres, museums, galleries, gyms, ice rinks, parks, restaurants and cafes, as well as convenient connections with London and the main airport of Heathrow.
Summer courses offer a fantastic opportunity to improve your knowledge of the English language, acquire the skills of a real profession, and also have a great summer vacation.
KEY FACTORS
- A unique program for progressive students "Young Professionals", successfully combining language training and introduction to vocational education.
- The school’s convenient location, just minutes from downtown Oxford, allows you to enjoy this magnificent and beautiful city.
- Professional teaching staff specializing in teaching international students.
- Small international classes of not more than 11 people - the maximum attention of the teacher to each student.
- Language training not only in the classroom, but also through real communication in life situations: games, sports, trips and excursions.
EQUIPMENT
D'overbroeck's College has several educational buildings in the center of Oxford, all buildings have modern facilities including a library, an art studio, spacious classrooms and are close to each other and to students' places of residence.
PROGRAM
Young professionals
A unique opportunity to learn the real career prospects of the chosen profession. Some students choose to study in the program before starting studies in British boarding schools. To participate, you need a level of English not lower than average (B1).
The program includes theoretical classes, practical seminars and group project work. Students choose their specialization (1 subject is studied for 2 weeks):
Medicine
The program includes: medical biology, anatomy, the study of the heart, the study of diseases, modern medicine, laboratory experiments, autopsy. The group project will be the study of global epidemics.
Engineering
The program includes: mathematical understanding, manufacturing process, dynamics and thermodynamics, material use, testing and research, Hooke's law, thermal coefficients. The group project will be to design and build your own battery powered car.
Information Technology
The course provides students with the opportunity to go beyond the basics of programming to develop deep theoretical knowledge in computer science. In addition to programming, they will study the use of computers and how they interact with people, including artificial intelligence. Students will develop strong analytical skills while learning the fundamentals of computer science and its practical applications.
Business and management
The course draws on historical business examples to develop a deeper understanding of 21st century business practices, including trade, commerce, currencies, and emerging markets. The lessons will also encourage the development of soft skills and provide practical exercises to develop leadership, management, and teamwork.
Architecture
The course introduces theoretical and applied concepts and methods for the study of architecture and design. Classes will explore all aspects of architecture, from materials to community planning, and consider historical, environmental and cultural factors for each project. Students collect their work in a portfolio.
Law
Students will explore different types of law through case studies, including criminal law, international law and more. The course introduces the key principles underlying the legal system in different countries. Students will develop a strong understanding of legal jargon and study international case studies.
Young Leaders programme
Our Young Leaders programme is designed to help driven students to develop the key skills they will require to become future leaders. The programme offers a challenging and modern approach to developing not only a student’s leadership potential but also their confidence, time management, teamwork, public speaking and negotiation skills.
On our Young Leaders programme students benefit from:
- Small class sizes
- 28 hours of tuition per week
- Improved leadership skills through case studies, interactive lectures, guest speakers and group project work
- Two full-day excursions per week
- Residential and non-residential options with meals included
- Modern boarding facilities
Accommodation
Accommodation in a school residence. The residence is located next to the school, just 10 minutes by bus. The rooms are spacious for 1, 2 or 3 people. Bathtub on the floor. Boys and girls live separately.
SPORT
Basketball, fencing, modern dance, cricket, dodgeball, volleyball, tennis, yoga, hockey, lacrosse, swimming, zumba.
Entertaining activities
In the evenings, an active program for students is held: discos, ice skating, talent shows, rafting, papier-mâché, karaoke, hiking, creating a dream catcher, photography, drawings on T-shirts.
EXCURSIONS
The program includes 2 full-day excursions with visits to London, Cambridge, and Oxford University.
Estimated daily schedule
7:15 – Wake up
8:00 - Breakfast
9:00 - English lesson
10:30 - Break
11:00 - Lesson in the chosen specialization
12:30 - Lunch
14:00 - Lesson in the chosen specialization
15:30 - Break
16:00 - Lesson in the chosen specialization
17:30 - Free time
18:30 - Dinner
19:30 - Entertainment program
22:30 – Bed time
COST, 2024
£2,470 per week.
Included in cost
- Teaching
- Accommodation and meals
- Educational materials
- Excursions
- Sports and cultural events
- laundry
- Transfers from and to the airport
- Insurance
Extra paid
- Flight
- Visa
- Services of our company
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT FROM OTHER COMPANIES
- We work since 1996
- Choose camps with a minimum number of Russian speakers
- We only accommodate children in good conditions
- Conducted a personal inspection of almost all the schools that we offer
- We do not work with the mass segment, only camps for discerning customers
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