Engineering and Science at University College London
University College London
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Fancy building real robots at a top London uni? Join UCL’s two-week summer school to explore engineering and science, tackle hands-on projects, visit industry and hear guest lectures, boost your skills and strengthen your uni and career prospects.
Engineering and Science at University College London is a two-week pre-college summer academy for 15-18-year-olds delivered on UCL's Bloomsbury campus. The programme combines academic lessons, hands-on projects and creative problem-solving across core engineering and science topics including mechanics, materials science, thermodynamics, electrical engineering, robotics and automation.
Industry visits, guest lectures and interactive workshops give participants exposure to real-world engineering applications, renewable energy, product development and immersive technologies. By the end of the course students gain practical experience through capstone projects and a grounding in engineering fundamentals.
The programme includes 60 hours of academic input, 14 nights/15 days full board accommodation for boarding participants (single ensuite rooms), two company visits, two university visits, two full-day excursions (e. g.
, Oxford/Cambridge or Brighton), and other enrichment activities. Sessions run in July and August (multiple two-week cohorts in 2026) with both day and boarding pricing options. Airport transfers are not included (£150 each way).
Class size is limited to 12 students per class and personalised mentoring and student welfare support are provided. Minimum English required: B2+.
Dates from the previous cycle — new dates are announced when applications reopen.
06 Aug 2026 – 20 Aug 2026
Summer 2026
Location
- Aged 15-18 (programme explicitly for 15-18-year-olds)
- Minimum English level: B2+
£3,700
Multiple pricing options: Day programme : £3,700 (2-week day option). Boarding option includes 14 nights/15 days full board accommodation at UCL in single ensuite rooms £5,985 (2-week boarding). Airport transfers are not included (£150 each way).
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