Biology
Gain expert insights in an online summer school in Biology
Our online biology courses offer students an opportunity to explore the subject of Biology at an advanced level, through carefully designed programmes that are taught by expert Biology tutors from world-leading universities.
About Online Insights
Over the course of this programme, participants will take part in virtual seminars, future skills workshops, one-to-one tutorials, as well as group social activities led by current Oxbridge undergraduates.
Students receive a combination of subject-based tuition, one-to-one tutorials, future skills workshops and social activities with students from around the world.
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Average Class Size Of 5
Maximum 10 students -
1:1 Tutorials
2 x 30-minute sessions each week -
Oxbridge Academics
Tutors from Oxford and Cambridge University -
Future Skills Workshops
Develop key attributes such as personal branding, interview skills and academic writing
For students of all time zones
As there are participants joining from around the globe, Online Insights offers two “streams” – Stream A and Stream B.
Stream A starts in the morning whilst Stream B’s classes take place in the afternoon.
Note – as our faculty are all based in Oxford & Cambridge, all times communicated are in UK time.
To see how the Online Insights programme is structured, please view the timetable.
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Stream A
09:00 - 15:00 (UK time) -
Stream B
14:00 - 20:00 (UK time)
Example tutor:
Filip C
My tutor was really useful as they were very experienced and interested in my topic which meant they were very excited about teaching me the material. They also taught me tricks that they had learnt for researching throughout their university experience so I could use it in the future.
Network with like-minded individuals
Daily social activities with participants around the world
Students can connect with like-minded individuals from around the world, and are encouraged to socialise and make friends through daily activities and games after classes finish.
Activities include virtual college tours, murder mystery parties and a ‘University Challenge’-style quiz.
These sessions are led by Oxbridge undergraduates who act as Mentors for Online Insights participants. This is a fantastic opportunity for participants to hear from students at Oxford and Cambridge University, and receive guidance and advice on studying at one of the world’s top universities.
Network with like-minded individuals
Online Learning Platform
Virtual Classrooms
All sessions are delivered on Zoom’s education platform – the world’s leading virtual classroom software.
Before the course begins, all students will receive a welcome pack that includes information about their tutors, mentors, guest speakers, as well as their programme overview.
Students will also receive an interactive timetable with links to each of their classes.
We offer 2-day intensives, 1-week, 2-week and 10-week programmes so that you can learn at a time and duration that fits your current activities.
Sample Biology Modules
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Module 1 - Macromolecules of Life
You will examine key biological macromolecules and explore their role in living systems. You will also learn about biological membranes and consider the idea of the membrane as a dynamic structure, through the concepts of membrane transport, cell signalling, and cell-cell recognition. In addition, you'll be introduced to the importance of Proteins, Carbohydrates, and Nucleic acids and discuss how these polymeric structures are constructed from simpler components. -
Module 2 - Cell Theory and Cell Structure
The session will begin by consideration of some early pioneers of microscopy (Hooke and Leeuwenhoek) and the subsequent development of the Cell Theory. You will be reminded of the two fundamental cell types (prokaryotic and eukaryotic) and then review some of their key differences. You will also examine the role and functions of various cell organelles in a eukaryotic cell. -
Module 3 - Advances of Biological Research
Learn how to improve your scientific writing skills through a presentation or scientific essay, exploring how Biological research impacts upon society.
Download Syllabus Overview
Download Syllabus Overview
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11-12 February 2023, Winter (Intensive)£695
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11-12 March 2023, Spring (Intensive)£695
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8-9 April 2023, Spring (Intensive)£695
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6-7 May 2023, Spring (Intensive)£695
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27-28 May 2023, Spring (Intensive)£695
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1-2 July 2023, Summer (Intensive)£695
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29-30 July 2023, Summer (Intensive)£695
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27-28 August 2023, Summer (Intensive)£695
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23-24 September 2023, Summer (Intensive)£695
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6 February-14 April 2023, (Extensive)£2,495
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22 April-24 June 2023, (Extensive)£2,495
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1 July-2 September 2023 (Extensive)£2,495
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19th December – 23 December 2022 (Winter)£1,495
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19th December – 23 December 2022 (Winter)£1,495
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19th December – 30 December 2022 (Winter)£2,495
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19th December – 30 December 2022 (Winter)£2,495
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19th December 2022 – 6th January 2023 (Winter)£3,295
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19th December 2022 – 6th January 2023 (Winter)£3,295
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26th December – 30th December 2022 (Winter)£1,495
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26th December – 30th December 2022 (Winter)£1,495
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26th December – 6th January 2023 (Winter)£2,495
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26th December – 6th January 2023 (Winter)£2,495
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2nd January – 6 January 2023 (Winter)£1,495
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2nd January – 6 January 2023 (Winter)£1,495
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3 April – 7 April 2023 Spring (Classic)£1,495
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3 April – 7 April 2023 Spring (Classic)£1,495
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10 April – 14 April 2023 Spring (Classic)£1,495
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10 April – 14 April 2023 Spring (Classic)£1,495
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3 July – 14 July 2023 Summer (Classic)£2,495
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3 July – 14 July 2023 Summer (Classic)£2,495
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17 July – 28 July 2023 Summer (Classic)£2,495
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17 July – 28 July 2023 Summer (Classic)£2,495
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31 July – 11 August 2023 Summer (Classic)£2,495
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31 July – 11 August 2023 Summer (Classic)£2,495
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14 August – 25 August 2023 Summer (Classic)£2,495
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14 August – 25 August 2023 Summer (Classic)£2,495