TED Summer School Online
Created for participants aged 14-18, the TED Summer School Online offers individual or group tutoring in communication, storytelling and public speaking, along with the opportunity to complete a personal research project and deliver your own TED-style talk from anywhere in the world.
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2012
Immerse Education launches its first summer school
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Our online programmes provide a virtual learning experience offering exceptional opportunities for academic enrichment to engaged students around the world.
Ideal age range
This online public speaking course is designed for high school and secondary school participants aged 14-18
Individual tutelage
Participants receive individual or group tutoring in communication, storytelling and public speaking
Flexible timing
Delivered fully online, so you can take part from anywhere in the world
Program duration
Explore the curriculum
Expert academic tutors guide students through a bespoke, subject-specific curriculum that deepens their understanding and enhances critical thinking skills.
Students design and complete an independent research project, developing essential skills in research, academic writing, referencing, and argumentation — culminating in a final written report. Perfect for university applications!
Students have the choice between individual tutorials with their subject tutor, offering personalised feedback and mentorship, or learning in a group setting amongst like-minded peers.
Upon completion, students receive a certificate recognising their academic work — ideal for university applications, portfolios, or CVs. For accredited courses, they also receive a copy of their qualification recognised by universities around the world.
For Publication Research Programme students, they will finish their programme with 4 hours of coaching to support them in publishing their work in an internationally recognised high school journal.
Complete a research paper, see it published
Exceptional papers are shared in our Immerse Education Online Research Project Symposium
Through the publication route, students receive focused guidance to see their work in external publications.
Download the Symposium Journal Vol. 2 No. 1, featuring "How Do Cognitive Biases, Such as the Scarcity Effect and Anchoring Bias, Influence Purchasing Decisions on E-Commerce Platforms Across Different Demographic Groups?", here.
TED Summer School online programme
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Explore the TED Summer School online programme
TED Summer School is built around the art of communication, storytelling and public speaking. The online programme brings that experience to students anywhere in the world: guided by expert speakers and coaches, you develop an original idea, refine your argument through dedicated tutoring, complete a personal research project and deliver your own TED-style talk. You leave with the confidence to make any idea impossible to ignore.
Meet some of our TED Summer School tutors
Simon Hall
Simon Hall created and leads an award-winning course in public speaking, storytelling and writing skills at the University of Cambridge, and runs his own business communication agency, Creative Warehouse. He has 20 books published, ranging from business and communication to crime fiction. The most recent, Compelling Communication (Cambridge University Press, 2024) accompanies his university course. Previously, Simon was a BBC Television, Radio and Online News Correspondent for 20 years.
Online research opportunities & outcomes
Hands-On research experience
Our online TED Summer School gives pre-university students the chance to develop an original idea into a real research project. With expert tutoring, students research their topic, refine their argument and turn it into a fully scripted TED-style talk, with the opportunity to present their work at the Immerse Online Symposium.
Skills you'll build for the future
Throughout Immerse Education’s programme, students sharpen their critical thinking, storytelling and communication skills. They learn how to structure an argument, hold an audience’s attention and deliver ideas with clarity and confidence.
A well-rounded learning experience
The TED Summer School Online offers more than just theoretical lessons. Students collaborate with mentors and peers from around the world, exchanging feedback and perspectives — a rich learning environment for growing as a speaker.
Recognition for your work
At the end of Immerse Education’s online TED Summer School, students receive a Certificate of Achievement, recognising the talk they have developed and the skills they’ve built — a valuable addition to their academic portfolio.
A global network of learners
Our online TED Summer School connects students with a global community of peers, mentors and speakers. This network supports ongoing learning and collaboration even after the course is over.
What do our alumni have to say?
Our previous participants have some truly inspiring stories to tell.
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The course combines 1:1 lessons with independent study and research, similar to the teaching methodology undergraduates receive at top universities.
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Personalised Feedback
Through careful observation and support throughout the programme, the tutor will identify key strengths and write recommendations as to how the student can further their interest and develop their skills and knowledge.
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Letter of Recommendation
For those who excel, there’s also the opportunity to earn a personal Letter of Recommendation from your tutor - a powerful endorsement that can support your academic and professional goals long into the future.
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Parents FAQ
We have strict safeguarding policies and procedures that cover all cases of students needed medical attention to ensure student safety and wellbeing. If a child requires medical attention, all of our staff are first-aid trained are able to handle minor injuries or illnesses on-site, while more serious cases are referred to the nearest hospital or GP practice. For more information, or if you are unsure about whether we can accommodate your requirements, please contact us at enquiries@immerse.education.
All of our team members pass an Enhanced DBS check (the UK’s criminal record check) and undergo safeguarding and welfare training. Our resident summer team, together with college personnel, supervise each of our sites 24/7. The colleges and the cities themselves are very safe environments.
Meals are provided for students during the programme, with specifics depending on the student’s age group and exact location or college. Typically, students aged 13-15 receive breakfast, lunch, and dinner either on-site or near their accommodation, while students aged 16-18 are provided with breakfast and dinner, with various lunch options available near their accommodation or classrooms.Our host venues accommodate all dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, halal, gluten-free, and allergy-related needs. If your child has specific allergies or dietary restrictions, please include these details in the post-enrolment form so we can make the necessary arrangements.
Students will be responsible for getting to and from the city where the programme is located. However, travel to and from excursions, tours and activities attended during the programme’s duration will be fully arranged by Immerse Education and are included in the fees.
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