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Engineering Summer Programme in Cambridge: Real‑World Skills
Surrounded by historic breakthroughs and modern innovation, Cambridge is an ideal backdrop for students passionate about engineering. This immersive course introduces 15–18-year-olds to key engineering fields through hands-on challenges, expert mentorship, and industry visits to cutting-edge labs and engineering firms shaping the future.
We provide life-changing experiences that challenge, inspire and prepare ambitious students around the world.

Career Insights Pathway
This pathway provides a comprehensive introduction to various professions. It’s best suited to students starting to consider their future careers and wishing to explore different professions.
Ideal age range
The Engineering - Career Insights programme is specifically designed for students aged 15-18
Small class sizes
Benefit from an intimate learning environment with 7-10 students per class
Programme duration
A comprehensive 2-week programme, crafted to deliver in-depth learning
Engineering summer school in Cambridge
We empower participants with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive in their chosen paths.
Explore the Engineering programme in Cambridge
Cambridge has played a key role in shaping the world of technology for centuries. Our Engineering summer programme, created for students aged 15-18, places you at the heart of this tradition of innovation. You’ll tackle challenges that reflect real-world problems, visit engineering companies shaping the technological landscape, build prototypes, and explore principles from mechanical systems to sustainable design.
With expert tutelage and a highly interactive format, this course is all about learning by doing – engaging with big ideas and complex theory while honing practical skills. You’ll also reflect on the ethical and societal impact of engineering, preparing you to think beyond the technical to the potential. Being in Cambridge means learning in a city where discovery is woven into the culture – and one that has more than its fair share of start-ups. Whether you’re hoping to study engineering at university or just starting to explore the field, this programme will help you gain the confidence to pursue your next steps.
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- Discover Oxford & London
- The Perfect Work-Life Balance
- Evenings to Remember
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Meet some of our Engineering tutors
At the Engineering summer programme in Cambridge, you’ll learn from tutors with real-world experience in fields like mechanical design, civil infrastructure, electronics, and sustainability. These professionals will take you beyond theory into hands-on applications, helping you explore how engineers design solutions that change the world. You’ll work through real engineering problems with their support, building models, testing ideas, and learning how to approach challenges from multiple perspectives.
Along the way, tutors will share their own career journeys - from university pathways to working in firms and labs - giving you insight into what engineering careers can look like. Their experiences inform their personalised feedback on your problem-solving approach, presentation skills, and teamwork. The city of Cambridge, with its legacy of scientific innovation, makes an inspiring setting for this journey. If you’re serious about studying engineering or just curious to explore it, your tutors will help you see the subject through new eyes.
Pramit is a DPhil (PhD) participant at the Department of Engineering Science at Christ Church College at the University of Oxford, UK.
Dr Robail is a Postdoctoral Research Assistant at the Biomedical Image Analysis Group, University of Oxford. His research focused on biomedical image analysis, computer vision, and computational (machine-learning-based) analysis of images.
Explore opportunities for your child with a complimentary consultation
- Receive tailored advice to match your child’s interests and goals
- Gain insights from our experienced programme consultants
- Get answers in real-time, making your decision-making process smoother and more informed
Guest speakers from previous summers
Academic Insights participants will hear from influential guest speakers from a variety of inspiring backgrounds.
Allister Frost
Business transformation manager, advisor and motivational speaker
Microsoft’s first ever Head of Digital Marketing Strategy, this business transformation manager is now an advisor and motivational speaker for world-leading organisations including Vodafone.
Dr. Sue Mitchell
Former evolutionary ecologist and expedition leader
A former evolutionary ecologist and expedition leader, who speaks on adaptable leadership. She is also an executive coach and author of “The Authority Guide to Engaging Your People”.
James Peach
Global Brand Director
This Global Brand Director has helped to build some of the most successful brands in the tech and consumer goods industries, including Innocent, Vinted, Uber and Coca Cola.
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Students’ safety is our top priority. All staff members undergo rigorous background checks and comprehensive safeguarding training, ensuring you can focus on your learning in a secure environment.
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Join a lifelong network of alumni and gain access to exclusive events, learning opportunities, and offers from our partners, keeping you connected long after your programme ends.
Expert mentorship
Learn from dedicated mentors who are current or former students at top universities. Their personalized and tailored guidance will give you the valuable insight and support needed to thrive academically
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