4 WEEK COURSE

Choose 2 different courses and / or locations.

Dates 2024
Fees

Residential: £10,350

Non-Residential: £8,595

 

 

6 WEEK COURSE

Choose 2-3 different courses and / or locations.

Dates 2024
Fees

Residential: £14,450

Non-Residential: £12,825

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COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

Location: London University, Cambridge University

Academic: Explore 2 subjects of your choice, 14 subjects to choose from

Industry link: Field visits to leading organisations based on chosen subjects

Outcome: Enhance your CV, academic broadening and knowledge

Awards: Certificate awarded upon completion of the course, graduation ceremony

Tutors: Highly qualified tutors, specialists in their field, educated at top Universities

Social Programme: Exciting social programme including 3 coach trips

INSPIRATIONAL 21ST CENTURY SKILLS SUMMER SCHOOL FOR 13 TO 15 YEAR OLDS

Overview

Updated September 8, 2023

Don’t only want to study one subject during summer but would like to study another? Then this course is for you! This Inspirational Summer Course for 13-15 year olds is set to  give teenagers confidence . independence and making them know how to learn "smart". The course will allow them to  live and learn in one of the best Universities - Cambridge and London University -  in the World. They will be with students from independent school from all over the world.

Lite Regal Inspirational 21st Century Skills Course is aimed at 13-15 year old students (years 8, 9 and 10) who would like to study a combined course programme where they are able to study 2 subjects from a list of 14 subjects on offer.
By choosing 2 courses students are able to explore their subject choices of interest and gain a better understanding in that subject. Students are able to pursue a subject of interest already studied at school or simply try something new.

The aim of the programme is :

  • to allow students the opportunity to live and study as an undergraduate student in their chosen location for those students that choose Cambridge to live in one of the Cambridge College Campuses, for those students that choose London to live in one of the London University campuses.
  • for students that choose the 4 week programme, many opt for 2 weeks in Cambridge followed by 2 weeks in London to give them the maximum cultural and educational differences the two cities and Universities have to offer

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Marina from Spain Inspirational 21st Century Skills Course

Academic content

Today every student whether he/she plans to go to University or enter a profession requires 21st Century Skills to succeed. This course offers students a focused, award winning ,exciting and broad based skill set on which to progress to senior school and then on to University. This course allows students to gain an educational and cultural experience second to none by being immersed in the “Best”.

Students choose 1 subject from the morning and 1 subject from the afternoon options.

Students on the 4 week programme are asked to choose 2 subjects from the morning and also 2 subjects from the afternoon options as well as locations / centres they would like to study these courses at.

The classes are mainly workshop driven, followed by teaching and also tutorial in which peer and group interaction is encouraged to drive student's motivation, confidence and interest.

Students on the Inspirational 21st Century Skills course receive more than 20 hours of tuition per week.

Learning objectives

The learning objectives are simply:

to increase the academic knowledge in the students' chosen subject area through fun and active workshops and class/tutorial driven lessons where students are actively encouraged to participate. Make no mistake this is not a sit down boring classroom style teaching and regurgitation of notes, but well planned, structured courses where interaction and group discussions on given topics are encouraged. These courses are taught by the academically brightest teachers whom are highy educated in their field and educated at the "Top" Universities" and able to educate the brightest students.

Lite Regal has prepared workshops and lectures to address the needs of this and will allow students:

  • to enhance their academic knowledge
  • a choice of academic and creative courses to increase confidence
  • communication and collaboration through common causes

Please also focus on the learning objectives under each subject's separate information.

How will I benefit

LITE Regal summer school will be an experience to remember.

The Inspirational 21st Century Skills course will be hard work but also rewarding with your knowledge in your chosen subjects increased.

You’ll develop personally and academically as you are inspired, challenged and supported. From the programme you can expect to:

  • Gain invaluable insight through lectures, workshops and tutorials to enrich your knowledge and experience life on our summer courses in Cambridge and London.
  • Find out about subjects you have interest in, these subject may not necessarily taught at school but could be perfect for you to study at University in the future
  • Develop critical solving skills
  • Make new friends from all over the world
  • Learn from world-class teachers at a University College ranked one of the best in the world
  • Consolidate and develop your current knowledge of business
  • Improve your study skills whilst working in a range of stimulating environments
  • Develop your practical skills as well as your theoretical knowledge
  • Work in teams to develop your interpersonal and organisational abilities
  • Enjoy the LITE Regal experience of being accommodated in one of the colleges of the University of Cambridge or one of the colleges of London Universities.

Outside classroom

The LITE Regal Summer School isn’t all about work! Our dedicated Events Team has created an exciting action packed social programme to complement your studies to ensure you have as much fun as possible, make friends and get the most out of your stay with us.

Please visit our activities page for more details: Cambridge  London

Cultural Excursions

Excursions take a full advantage of an excellent transport network both from London and Cambridge, giving you a real taste of life in England.
Destinations can include: Harry Potter World, Windsor Castle & Eton College, Oxford, Brighton, Chessington World of Adventure.

After School Activities

There is so much going on in London and Cambridge and we don’t think you’ll be bored. After classes you’ll have a range of activities to enjoy too.
Here are a few examples of the kind of activities you might have the opportunity to enjoy this summer:
visiting London Eye, Madame Tussauds or the famous Houses of Parliament, film nights, punting down the river, visiting a West End Theatre, themed parties, sports including tennis, swimming, dancing and many more.

Free Time

We understand that students will want some free time to relax, attend to personal administration and contact their families. Some free time will be provided for rest and relaxation, however, we believe the most valuable experience to the student is a fully immersive, packed programme of activities and so students should expect to be engaged in team activities for the majority of time.

Timetable

Week one

12 - 4.30pm Arrival at Campus

Collect your welcome pack and ID card. Move to your room and unpack. Meet with other students. Tea & coffee for parents.

5pm - 6pm Welcome Reception

summer school Cambridge campus Welcome presentation by the Programme Director. Introduction of the Academic Staff.

6pm - 7.30pm Dinner

Three-course dinner included at the college dinning hall.

7.30pm - 10.30pm Icebraker Activities

Meet your Counsellors and get to know each other.

10.30pm - 11pm Curfew

Lights out.

7.30am - 9am Breakfast

Breakfast at college dinning hall. Get prepared for a day ahead. Walk to the classroom.

9am - 10.30am Morning Lessons

Introduction to your chosen subject.

10.30am - 11am Break

Time for tea, coffee or other refreshments.

11am - 12.30pm Morning Lessons

Lessons in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

12.30pm - 1.30pm Lunch Break

Lunch at the college dinning hall. Lunch is included for all LITE Regal students.

1.30pm - 3.30pm Afternoon Workshop

Workshop session in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

4pm - 6pm Introduction Tours

Get introduced to the town, visiting famous landmarks.

6pm - 7.30pm Dinner

Three-course dinner included in the college dinning hall.

7.30pm - 10.30pm Treasure Hunt, Board Games

summer school students on treasure hunt in Cambridge You will be taken into street on the fact finding and creative treasure hunt or stay on campus to play various board games. Our Counsellors provide a range of activities each evening. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

10.30pm - 11pm Curfew

Lights out.

7.30am - 9am Breakfast

Breakfast at college dinning hall. Get prepared for a day ahead. Walk to the classroom.

9am - 10.30am Morning Lessons

Morning lessons to your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

10.30am - 11am Break

Time for tea, coffee or other refreshments.

11am - 12.30pm Morning Lessons

Business course Summer School Morning lessons in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

12.30pm - 1.30pm Lunch Break

Lunch at the college dinning hall. Lunch is included for all LITE Regal students.

2pm - 6pm Tours of Kings College, Fencing Session, Volleyball

Our Counsellors provide a range of activities each afternoon. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

6pm - 7.30pm Dinner

Three-course dinner included in the college dinning hall.

7.30pm - 10.30pm Shakespeare Festival, Archimedes and His Bath Workshop

See Shakespeare come to life in the college gardens or join our science workshop. Our Counsellors provide a range of activities each evening. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

10.30pm - 11pm Curfew

Lights out.

7.30am - 9am Breakfast

Breakfast at college dinning hall. Get prepared for a day ahead. Walk to the classroom.

9am - 10.30am Morning Lessons

Morning lessons in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

10.30am - 11am Break

Time for tea, coffee or other refreshments.

11am - 12.30pm Morning Lessons

Morning lessons in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

12.30pm - 1.30pm Lunch Break

Lunch at the college dinning hall. Lunch is included for all LITE Regal students.

1.30pm - 3.30pm Afternoon Workshop

Workshop session in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

4pm - 6pm Punting Down The River

summer schools students punting in Cambridge Punt tour through the college backs. Our Counsellors provide a range of activities each afternoon. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

6pm - 7.30pm Dinner

Three-course dinner included in the college dinning hall.

7.30pm - 10.30pm Disco, Cinema Night

Dance the night away or watch the latest movie blockbusters. Our Counsellors provide a range of activities each evening. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

10.30pm - 11pm Curfew

Lights out.

7.30am - 9am Breakfast

Breakfast at college dinning hall. Get prepared for a day ahead. Walk to the classroom.

9am - 10.30am Morning Lessons

Morning lessons to your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

10.30am - 11am Break

Time for tea, coffee or other refreshments.

11am - 12noon Morning Lessons

Morning lessons in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

12.noon - 1pm Lunch Break

Lunch at the college dinning hall. Lunch is included for all LITE Regal students.

1pm - 10.30pm Cultural Excursion To Oxford

summer school students visiting Oxford Explore the famous Oxford University, visit huge range of museums and famous landmarks. Dinner in restaurant in Oxford.

10.30pm - 11pm Curfew

Lights out.

7.30am - 9am Breakfast

Breakfast at college dinning hall. Get prepared for a day ahead. Walk to the classroom.

9am - 10.30am Morning Lessons

Morning lessons in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

10.30am - 11am Break

Time for tea, coffee or other refreshments.

11am - 12.30pm Morning Lessons

Morning lessons in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

12.30pm - 1.30pm Lunch Break

Lunch at the college dinning hall. Lunch is included for all LITE Regal students.

1.30pm - 3.30pm Afternoon Workshop

Best Summer School UK Workshop session in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

4pm - 6pm Cambridge University Botanic Gardens, Tennis

Discover plants from all over the world, or enjoy a game of tennis with expert coach. Our Counsellors provide a range of activities each afternoon. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

6pm - 7.30pm Dinner

Three-course dinner included in the college dinning hall.

7.30pm - 10.30pm Show Your Talent, Salsa

Learn some Latin moves from industry professionals, or participate in the talent show. Our Counsellors provide a range of activities each evening. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

10.30pm - 11pm Curfew

Lights out.

7.30am - 9am Breakfast

Breakfast at college dinning hall. Get prepared for a day ahead. Walk to the classroom.

9am - 6pm Full Day Trip To Windsor Castle

summer school students visiting Windsor Castle Visit the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world. For further options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

6pm - 7.30pm Dinner

Three-course dinner included in the college dinning hall.

7.30pm - 10.30pm Observe The Stars, Quiz Night

Visit the Institute of Astronomy and learn more about the Universe, or test your knowledge in our quiz night. Our Counsellors provide a range of activities each evening. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

10.30pm - 11pm Curfew

Lights out.

Week two

7.30am - 9am Breakfast

Breakfast at college dinning hall.

9am - 12.30am Free Time

Work on your assignments, explore the town in groups.

12.30pm - 1.30pm Lunch Break

Lunch at the college dinning hall. Lunch is included for all LITE Regal students.

1.30pm - 6pm Free Time, Creative Workshops, Attend Local Festival

summer school students enjoying festival Enjoy free time with your new friends, do some arts and crafts or join our Counsellors at local festival.

6pm - 7.30pm Dinner

Three-course dinner included in the college dinning hall.

7.30pm - 10.30pm Ice Cream, Barbecue

Trip to an ice cream parlour, or barbecue in the gardens. Our Counsellors provide a range of activities each evening. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

10.30pm - 11pm Curfew

Lights out.

7.30am - 9am Breakfast

Breakfast at college dinning hall. Get prepared for a day ahead. Walk to the classroom.

9am - 10.30am Morning Lessons

Morning lessons in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

10.30am - 11am Break

Time for tea, coffee or other refreshments.

11am - 12.30pm Morning Lessons

Morning lessons in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

12.30pm - 1.30pm Lunch Break

Lunch at the college dinning hall. Lunch is included for all LITE Regal students.

1.30pm - 3.30pm Afternoon Workshop

Workshop session in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

4pm - 6pm Afternoon Tea At Orchard Gardens, Rounders

Enjoy the British pastime of afternoon tea, tuck into scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam or play a game of rounders in the college grounds. Our Counsellors provide a range of afternoon activities each day. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

6pm - 7.30pm Dinner

Three-course dinner included in the college dinning hall.

7.30pm - 10.30pm Ghost Tour, Zumba

Spend an evening regaling spooky tales from the University colleges and streets of Cambridge, or get moving and shaking into shape with Zumba. Our Counsellors provide a range of activities each evening. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

10.30pm - 11pm Curfew

Lights out.

7.30am - 9am Breakfast

Breakfast at college dinning hall. Get prepared for a day ahead. Walk to the classroom.

9am - 10.30am Morning Lessons

Morning lessons to your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

10.30am - 11am Break

Time for tea, coffee or other refreshments.

11am - 12.30pm Morning Lessons

Morning lessons in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

12.30pm - 1.30pm Lunch Break

Lunch at the college dinning hall. Lunch is included for all LITE Regal students.

2pm - 6pm Imperial War Museum Duxford, Trampolining

students excursion in summer school Visit the historic airfield and museum of aviation history, or bounce your way through the air on a bed of interconnecting trampolines. Our Counsellors provide a range of activities each afternoon. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

6pm - 7.30pm Dinner

Three-course dinner included in the college dinning hall.

7.30pm - 10.30pm Bowling, Drumming Workshop

Create a whole new piece of music with fellow students or put on some bowling shoes and Rock-n-Bowl the night away. Our Counsellors provide a range of activities each evening. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

10.30pm - 11pm Curfew

Lights out.

7.30am - 9am Breakfast

Breakfast at college dinning hall. Get prepared for a day ahead. Walk to the classroom.

9am - 10.30am Morning Lessons

Morning lessons in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

10.30am - 11am Break

Time for tea, coffee or other refreshments.

11am - 12.30pm Morning Lessons

Morning lessons in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

12.30pm - 1.30pm Lunch Break

Lunch at the college dinning hall. Lunch is included for all LITE Regal students.

1.30pm - 3.30pm Afternoon Workshop

Workshop session in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

4pm - 6pm University Admissions Discussions, Fitzwilliam Museum

Our Counsellors provide a range of activities each afternoon. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

6pm - 7.30pm Dinner

Three-course dinner included in the college dinning hall.

7.30pm - 10.30pm LITE Regal Olympics

Our Counsellors provide a range of activities each evening. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

10.30pm - 11pm Curfew

Lights out.

7.30am - 9am Breakfast

Breakfast at college dinning hall. Get prepared for a day ahead.

9am - 6pm Field Visits, University Tours London Full Day Trip

Field visits relevant to your chosen subject (Google Campus, Royal Courts of Justice), visits to UCL, Imperial College, LSE, King College, followed by excursions in London.

6pm - 7.30pm Dinner

Three-course dinner in the college dining hall.

7.30pm - 10.30pm Movie Night

Relax after busy day watching latest blockbusters. Our Counsellors provide a range of activities each evening. For more options please see our activities pages in Cambridge or London.

10.30pm - 11pm Curfew

Lights out.

7.30am - 9am Breakfast

Breakfast at college dinning hall. Get prepared for a day ahead. Walk to the classroom.

9am - 10.30am Morning Lessons

Morning lessons in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

10.30am - 11am Break

Time for tea, coffee or other refreshments.

11am - 12.30pm Morning Lessons

Morning lessons in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

12.30pm - 1.30pm Lunch Break

Lunch at the college dinning hall. Lunch is included for all LITE Regal students.

1.30pm - 3.30pm Afternoon Workshop

Workshop session in your chosen subject delivered by expert tutors.

4pm - 6pm Graduation Ceremony

Graduation ceremony held on the campus (parents are welcome to attend). Speech from the programme director. Students present their work. Collect your certificate and academic report.

6pm - 7.30pm Dinner

Three-course dinner included in the college dinning hall.

7.30pm - 10.30pm Graduation Party

Celebrate your achievements. Spend last night with your summer school friends. Themed party.

10.30pm - 11pm Curfew

Lights out.

7.30am - 8.30am: Breakfast

Breakfast provided at college dining hall.

9am - 5pm: Departures

Say goodbye to your friends and staff. Drop offs to the airports.

Accommodation

You will be accommodated in one of the College campuses. You will be allocated a room, usually sharing a twin room with another student of the same gender. Typically students will be accommodated on single-sex corridors or floors, with staff members and mentors always available on site. Living all together is a great way to make friends and sample the university lifestyle, as the welcoming environment allows you to develop a sense of community.

Breakfast and lunch is served and eaten in the College dining hall, which provides a bright and comfortable space for communal meals. Students will enjoy a varied and healthy diet: all meals are freshly prepared and special diets can be catered for with advance notice. A three-course dinner is provided daily either in the College dining hall, or in various restaurants as part of the social programme.

Safety and Security on Campus

Students will be overseen by our course leaders and residential staff to classes and activities, who ensure that students are looked after pastorally and socially during their programme and are available to assist students at any time of the day or night.

All students will be issued with emergency contact details for staff members and will be given a full safety briefing on arrival.

Student welfare

LITE Regal Summer School offers a safe and secure environment that is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by our friendly and professional team. We have a dedicated team of Managers, Teachers and College Mentors. The welfare of our students is our main priority at all times and our staff specialise in the pastoral care of older teenagers.

Management Team

Our Management team is headed by the College Principal, who takes responsibility for the daily running of the college, and supervises the Academic Programme. The Social & Welfare Manager takes charge of the Social Programme and is supported by a team of College Mentors, who ensure everyone is happy, safe and having fun.

Working together, our Managers ensure that every aspect of the college runs smoothly, safely and offers every student the chance to participate fully.

College Mentors

Our Mentors are key members of staff who support and assist our students within the college accommodation and throughout the Social Programme. Our team of College Mentors work with our Social & Welfare Manager in organising the college’s social events and excursions, as well as accompanying students into campuses and during day trips. They are approachable and caring, ensuring that all students get involved in the life of the college.

Eligibility

Students on the Inspirational 21st Century Skills course:

  • must be aged 13 - 15 before 1st September 2024 (if you are unsure of the age criteria entry please contact our registration team)
  • must show passion for chosen subjects
  • must be fluent or near-fluent English language speakers – if you are unsure whether your English level is suitable for this programme, please contact our registration team
  • must show motivation for attending the programme and participate in terms of attendance at lessons, meals and events

All successful applicants will also be required to provide a signed letter of consent from their parent or guardian. If offered a place, students and parents / guardians will also be required to sign a Code of Conduct for the summer school.

What's included

The cost of one LITE Regal Summer School programme is £5,495 and includes the following:

Tuition

  • Over 40 Hours Of Tuition Over Two Weeks
  • All Course Materials
  • Guest Lectures And Industry Visits
  • Academic Reports And Certificates

Social programme

  • Wide Range Of Afternoon & Evening Activities
  • 3 Coach Excursions To Various Parts Of UK
  • Graduation Party

Living

  • Accommodation On The University Campus
  • Breakfast, Lunch And Dinner
  • Free WiFi (subject to availability)
  • Bed Linen & Towels Provided

Plus

  • LITE Regal Welcome Pack
  • T-Shirt
  • Souvenir

How To Apply

Applying online is the fastest way to secure your place on one of our courses. Please note that a deposit of 15% of total fees or full payment is required when submitting your online application. We cannot process the application until at least the deposit has been received. If for any reason we cannot offer you a place, any fees you have paid will be refunded.

As the places are limited we recommend you to settle the remaining balance for your course as soon as possible. The remaining balance is due no later than 60 days prior to the start of the course.

Please click the link below to get started with your application: You will need to select the course(s) and dates you wish to study with us.

Apply Online Now

If you would like to, you can apply for one of our courses via paper application form, which can be downloaded by clicking the link below. A deposit of 15% of total fees or full payment is required to accompany your application form. This can be paid by credit / debit card, bank transfer or cheque. Our bank details are provided on the form. We cannot process the application until at least the deposit has been received. If for any reason we cannot offer you a place, any fees you have paid will be refunded.

As the places are limited we recommend you to settle the remaining balance for your course as soon as possible. The remaining balance is due no later than 60 days prior to the start of the course.

Please complete the application form providing as many details as possible and send it back to us in one of the following ways:

by email to: [email protected]

by post to: LITE Regal Education, Berkeley Square House, Berkeley Square, London W1J 6BR, United Kingdom

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