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The Oxford IQ Academy
Our flagship residential courses are for cohorts of pre-university students (ages 13-18), and university students (ages 18+) from around the world. Each group of participants live, learn and dine in a college setting and are taught by dedicated educators. Come join us!
Unlock Your Potential with The Oxford IQ Academy
Welcome to Oxford IQ Academy
We are dedicated to providing high-quality educational services to students of all ages. Our team of experienced educators has developed a comprehensive set of tools and resources that are designed to help students achieve their academic goals. Whether you're studying for an exam or just looking to expand your knowledge, Oxford IQ Academy has everything you need to succeed.
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Connect with like-minded learners from all over the world and exchange ideas, resources, and support. Our community is a great place to ask questions, get feedback, and share your knowledge with others.
Summer in Oxford or Cambridge 2027 - Now Accepting!
College Life
Dine in Ancient Halls
Explore UK Cities
All students live, learn, and dine in a college setting and we use the city as a classroom!
Explore UK Cities
Dine in Ancient Halls
Explore UK Cities
Our OxIQ Mentors take students on tours of the cities of Oxford and London, and arrange activities in the evenings.
Dine in Ancient Halls
Dine in Ancient Halls
Dine in Ancient Halls
Dine in the historic dining halls in the city of Oxford. Meals are tailored to the needs of each student by world-class chefs.
Make New Friends
Dine in Ancient Halls
Dine in Ancient Halls
Meet other ambitious students from around the world and make life-long friends through the Oxford IQ Academy Alumni Association.
Summer 2027 Courses in Oxford & Cambridge
PPE - PHILOSOPHY, POLITICS & ECONOMICS + CLASSICS
Navigate the intricate forces that govern our world—from the ancient polis to modern global markets—with our intensive Philosophy, Politics, Economics (PPE) & Classics programme, designed specifically for ambitious future leaders. Moving far beyond the standard secondary school curriculum, this interdisciplinary course invites scholars to examine the ancient roots and contemporary realities of human society. Students will decode foundational texts from classical antiquity, engaging with the political theories of Plato and the ethics of Aristotle, and trace their evolution into modern democratic systems, macroeconomic policies, and contemporary moral frameworks. Through rigorous Oxbridge-style tutorials, collaborative seminars, and simulated policy debates, participants will learn to untangle complex global issues by balancing ethical philosophy against hard economic realities and political strategy. Ultimately, this course equips young scholars with the razor-sharp logical reasoning, rhetorical eloquence, and intellectual confidence required to excel in top-tier university social science degrees and lead in the modern public square.
ENGINEERING (New for 2027)
Step into the world of innovation and problem-solving with our intensive Engineering programme, meticulously crafted for aspiring young minds. This dynamic course bridges the gap between theoretical mathematics and real-world application, challenging students to think, design, and build like professional engineers. Through a rigorous blend of academic seminars and hands-on collaborative projects, scholars will explore core disciplines such as mechanical, civil, and sustainable engineering. Participants will learn to apply 'Design Thinking' to complex global challenges, culminating in a practical capstone project where they must prototype and defend their own viable engineering solutions. Ultimately, this course equips students with the critical analytical skills, teamwork capabilities, and technical confidence required to design the technologies of tomorrow.
MATHS (New for 2027)
Unlock the universal language of the future with our intensive Mathematics programme, designed specifically for ambitious analytical minds. Moving far beyond the standard secondary school curriculum, this course invites scholars to explore the profound elegance and power of both pure and applied mathematics. Students will tackle complex, university-level concepts spanning game theory, cryptography, advanced calculus, and statistical modelling. Through rigorous Oxbridge-style tutorials and collaborative problem-solving syndicates, participants will learn how to translate abstract theorems into tangible, real-world solutions across fields like economics, physics, and computer science. Ultimately, this course equips students with the razor-sharp logical reasoning, precise analytical skills, and intellectual confidence necessary to excel in top-tier university STEM degrees and tackle the most complex data challenges of the modern world.
LAW - PREPARING AN APPLICATION TO READ LAW (New for 2027)
Step into the arena of advocacy and justice with our intensive Law programme, designed specifically for ambitious, critically minded students. Moving far beyond the standard secondary school curriculum, this course immerses scholars in the intricate mechanics of legal systems, jurisprudence, and human rights. Students will critically analyse landmark case studies, debate constitutional principles, and explore the ethical foundations that govern international relations and global justice. Through rigorous Oxbridge-style tutorials, collaborative seminars, and simulated moot court challenges, participants will learn how to construct watertight legal arguments and dismantle opposing viewpoints with eloquence and precision. Ultimately, this course equips young scholars with the razor-sharp logical reasoning, persuasive advocacy skills, and intellectual confidence required to excel in top-tier university law degrees and navigate the complexities of the modern legal landscape.
BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Ignite your entrepreneurial spirit and master the mechanics of global commerce with our intensive Business & Entrepreneurship programme, designed specifically for ambitious future founders. Moving far beyond basic economics, this course immerses scholars in the fast-paced world of startups, strategic management, and venture creation. Students will explore market analysis, financial modelling, and business plans learning how to transform innovative ideas into viable, scalable enterprises. Through rigorous Oxbridge-style tutorials, collaborative syndicates, and high-stakes pitch simulations, participants will develop the strategic foresight to navigate real-world business challenges. Ultimately, this course equips young leaders with the commercial acumen, persuasive communication, and executive confidence required to excel in top-tier university business degrees and launch the groundbreaking companies of tomorrow.
GLOBAL HEALTHCARE & MEDICINE
Delve into the critical intersection of science and society with our intensive Global Health & Medicine programme, designed specifically for ambitious future medical professionals and public health innovators. Moving far beyond the standard secondary school biology curriculum, this course immerses scholars in the complex challenges of epidemiology, medical ethics, and international healthcare policy. Students will critically analyse real-world case studies—from pandemic response strategies to healthcare inequalities—while exploring how leadership development runs throughout the medical field. Through rigorous Oxbridge-style tutorials and collaborative seminars, participants will learn to approach global health crises with both scientific rigour and empathetic, strategic foresight. Ultimately, this course equips young scholars with the advanced analytical skills, ethical grounding, and intellectual confidence required to excel in top-tier university medical degrees and transform the future of global healthcare.
PSYCHOLOGY (New for 2027)
Unlock the profound complexities of the human mind and human behaviour with our intensive Psychology programme, designed specifically for ambitious, analytically minded students. Moving far beyond standard secondary school curricula, this course immerses scholars in the rigorous science of cognition, social dynamics, and neurobiology. Students will critically analyse groundbreaking psychological research, decode the neurological underpinnings of decision-making, and debate the ethical boundaries of clinical and behavioural experiments. Through rigorous Oxbridge-style tutorials, collaborative seminars, and real-world case studies, participants will learn how psychological principles shape everything from interpersonal leadership to global group dynamics. Ultimately, this course equips young scholars with the razor-sharp analytical skills, empathetic insight, and intellectual confidence required to excel in top-tier university behavioural science degrees and deeply understand the fundamental drivers of human action.
HISTORY (New for 2027)
Step into the past to decode the present with our intensive History programme, designed specifically for ambitious, critically minded students. Moving far beyond the memorisation of dates and standard secondary school curricula, this course immerses scholars in the complex forces that have shaped civilisations, empires, and global conflicts. Students will interrogate primary sources, debate opposing historiographical perspectives, and explore the intricate socio-political, economic, and cultural shifts that define the human story. By examining pivotal historical moments—from the rise and fall of empires to 20th-century geopolitical crises—participants will uncover how past leadership decisions continue to dictate the modern global landscape. Through rigorous Oxbridge-style tutorials, collaborative seminar debates, and deep archival research simulations, participants will learn how to construct compelling, evidence-based arguments and dismantle historical myths with eloquence and precision. Ultimately, this course equips young scholars with the razor-sharp analytical skills, profound contextual awareness, and intellectual confidence required to excel in top-tier university humanities degrees and navigate the complexities of our modern world.
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY I: Space, Earth Science, and Climate Change
Space technology is one the fastest growing tech segments in the world as lower costs are enabling a flood of new entrants to build and launch their own satellites. Learn about the space industry, how to position yourself for a career, and the essentials of satellite tech, space architectures, and space diplomacy from an Oxford University Tutor, our Professor of Space Technology , and a former NASA official.. Technology can be an essential thread through a large variety of professional activities in which you will engage in the adult world. We cover a number of topics and allow students to focus on their areas of interest.
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY II: Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Big Data (New for 2027).
Command the technologies shaping the future with our new 2027 Science & Technology II programme: Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Big Data, designed specifically for ambitious young innovators. Moving far beyond standard secondary school computing classes, this course immerses scholars in the complex mechanics of machine learning, algorithmic design, and data science. Students will demystify how neural networks operate, debate the profound ethical implications of AI deployment, and learn how to harness massive datasets to predict trends and solve global challenges. Through rigorous Oxbridge-style tutorials, collaborative programming syndicates, and hands-on coding challenges, participants will translate abstract computational theories into functional, real-world technological solutions. Ultimately, this course equips young scholars with the razor-sharp logical reasoning, advanced technical proficiency, and intellectual confidence required to excel in top-tier university STEM degrees and pioneer the digital landscape of tomorrow.
ENGLISH LITERATURE & CREATIVE WRITING (New for 2027)
Immerse yourself in the transformative power of storytelling with our intensive English Literature & Creative Writing programme, designed specifically for passionate readers and aspiring authors. Moving far beyond the standard secondary school curriculum, this dual-focus course challenges scholars to simultaneously deconstruct literary masterpieces and construct their own compelling narratives. Students will critically analyse the mechanics of rhetorical power, narrative structure, and voice across classic and contemporary texts, using these profound insights as the foundation for their own original writing. Through rigorous Oxbridge-style tutorials, collaborative literary seminars, and intensive peer-review workshops, participants will hone their unique authorial voice while mastering the art of constructive critique. Ultimately, this course equips young scholars with the sophisticated analytical skills, expressive eloquence, and creative confidence required to excel in top-tier university humanities degrees and craft stories that leave an enduring impact.
ARCHITECTURE & SUSTAINABLE URBAN DEVELOPMENT (New for 2027)
Shape the physical world of tomorrow with our intensive Architecture & Sustainable Urban Development programme, taught amidst the iconic, centuries-old cityscapes of Cambridge and Oxford, designed specifically for ambitious future architects and urban planners. Moving far beyond standard secondary school design classes, this course immerses scholars in the intricate intersection of structural engineering, spatial aesthetics, and environmental stewardship. Students will draw direct inspiration from their surroundings—studying everything from medieval collegiate quadrangles to cutting-edge contemporary marvels—while critically analysing how architectural history informs modern, eco-conscious city planning. Participants will tackle the most pressing challenges of the 21st century by exploring green building practices, carbon-neutral design, and smart city infrastructure. Through rigorous Oxbridge-style tutorials, collaborative design studios, and hands-on drafting workshops, scholars will learn to translate abstract spatial concepts into tangible blueprints, 3D models, and sustainable project pitches. Ultimately, this course equips young innovators with the robust spatial reasoning, creative vision, and technical confidence required to build a standout portfolio, excel in top-tier university architecture degrees, and design the resilient, sustainable built environments of the future.
Oxford IQ Academy Residential Courses (2027)
"The Oxford Classic" Programme (2 weeks)
Imagine spending two weeks in Oxford and taking three different subjects and then visiting London for the day! Our classic two-week programme includes room & 1/2 board (breakfast and dinner) in an Oxford college, all activities fees, teaching fees, and a study trip to London. Students will submit a final project and participate in a small group presentation.
"The Cambridge Exchange" (2 weeks)
For 2027, we are offering a two-week course at an idyllic Cambridge college which includes room & full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) activities fees, and local tours of Cambridge museums and other sites. The programme includes a study trip to London.
NEW! - Hawai'i Science Laboratory
Oxford IQ Academy in Hawai'i 2027 (Ages 15-18
Led by our directors who are residents of Hawai'i and the UK, this course is a very exclusive course focused on Earth, Space, and Marine Sciences. Students will study the creation of islands in the Pacific, island cultures, traditional agricultural practices, Climate Change, and the space industry. Theme: "Sea | Land | Space"
Application Process
Each applicant must submit an application and an essay answering one question from our Hawai'i Essay Contest Guidelines package (questions centre on Earth Science, Marine Ecosystems, Space, or Cultural Anthropology) .
Those applicants who are accepted onto the course based on their essay score and application are offered scholarships to lower the cost of the course.
Why Study in Hawai'i?
Our planet is experiencing unprecedented challenges in terms of climate change and anthropogenic influences on land, ocean, and space. The Hawaiian Islands are very unique and applicable settings for the study of earth science, marine ecosystems, and space.
The beauty of the islands is undisputed and students will live, learn and socialise in a fantastic setting in a protected campground in Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island. The rooms are in secure buildings (2-4 to a room in bunkbeds), with modern showers and bathrooms. Room and board is included, as are all activities fees, and the shuttle pick up service from the airport in Hilo.
Our Team
Our team of experienced educators is passionate about helping students succeed. We have a diverse group of teachers, administrators, and support staff who are committed to providing our students with the best possible education. The core team are Oxford and Cambridge-educated teachers and professors as we draw upon our teaching community at The Oxchange Ltd.
The Earth Sciences faculty are experts in studying volcanoes, land systems, agricultural systems, and weather and climate. Marine ecology experts from the University of Hawai'i are also on the staff, and the space applications course is led by a former NASA official.
Photo: Team Aristotle before Formal Hall 2024 (Brasenose)
Welcome to Oxford IQ Preparatory Academy (ages 13-15)
Our cohort participants ages 13-15 grow up in two weeks in Oxford! Parents tell us that their child is apprehensive and lacks self-confidence in the beginning of the course. When the same parents attend Graduation at the end of the course, they find a confident, polite, and intelligent scholar!
Photo: Team Thucydides before Formal Hall 2024 (Univ)
Welcome to Oxford IQ Academy (ages 16+)
Our courses are inclusive (every student is valuable), small in size, and elite. Why be just a "number" in another Oxford summer school with cohorts of 150-220? Join us and experience 1:1 tutorials with OxBridge tutors, and build life-long friendships with close-knit classmates.
Oxford IQ Prep Academy Residential Courses in Oxford (13-15)
"The Oxford Classic" Programme (2 weeks)
Imagine spending two weeks in Oxford and taking three different subjects and then visiting London with your new classmate friends for the day! Our classic two-week programme includes room & full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) in an Oxford college, all activities fees, teaching fees, and a study trip to London. Students will submit a final project and participate in a small group presentation.
2024 Oxford IQ Academy Cohorts (ages 16-18, and 13-15)
8 July - 20 July 2024 - Brasenose College
This cohort ('Team Herodotus') is made up of a group of high-achieving scholars ages 16-18 from around the world.
29 July - 10 August 2024 - University College
Team Thucydides is a cohort of 16-18 year old high-achieving scholars from around the world.
29 July - 10 August 2024 - Brasenose College
29 July - 10 August 2024 - Brasenose College
Team Aristotle is a cohort of 13-15 year old high-achieving young scholars from around the world.
Excursions - London Study Trip
The Oxford IQ Academy - Project Presentations
