Summer language courses for adults
• Make friends and develop cross-cultural awareness
• Wide range of activities, Study Visits and excursions
Improve your English in Oxford this summer
Our English language courses for adults helps you improve your English language level over 2, 3 or 4 weeks. We offer a wide range of courses including English for Life, English for Exam Preparation, Business and Leadership and Online Personal Language Training. Our strong reputation matches our expertise; we have been teaching academic English to non-native speakers for over 60 years.
Short summer programmes to improve your language skills and confidence
- Expert teaching: Benefit from being taught by our experienced English language teachers
- Develop your confidence: Enhance your English language skills in small classes of up to 15 students
- Global community: Study with adults from all over the world and make new friends for life
- Teaching approach: Interactive lessons create a supportive study environment to help us meet your individual study goals
- One free Excursion per week: Weekly excursions and Study Visits help you discover more about the UK’s rich heritage and culture. Oxford is a wonderful setting, where you can enjoy the beautiful architecture and parks
- Learn new skills, discover new places of interest or try new cultural activities with our varied Activities programme: Go to the theatre, visit local markets, punt on the River Thames, shop in London or try surfing in Cornwall
- Make the most of the academic resources in Oxford: Immerse yourself in a university city steeped in history and benefit from the world-famous museums, libraries, and art galleries
- Close to nearby transport routes: Oxford’s location provides even greater opportunities to travel and explore the UK
- Topical language content: Stimulating Weekly Themes provide a topical context to your learning
Choose from the courses below:
Themes of the Week 2023
Week 19th to 23th June: Education and Academic Tradition in Oxford
- History of the University of Oxford & Oxford Colleges
- Famous Alumni
- Debate: Private vs state education
Week 26th to 30th June: Travel Around the World
- Broadening your mind
- AirBnB – blessing or a curse?
- Learn before you land – cultural awareness!
- Debate: Backpacking or all-inclusive holiday?
Week 3rd to 7th July: Technology and Innovation
- Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok
- AI, VR, and the real world
- Sustainable energy sources for the future
Week 10th to 14th July: Music and Art
- Local Oxford Artists
- British Music Festivals
- Become an Artist!
Week 17th to 21st July: Global Women’s Issues
- FIFA Women’s World Cup
- Women at the University of Oxford
- Women in STEM, Business,
- Who are your female role models?
Week 24th to 28th July: British Values and Culture
- British Values
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- Democracy & Rule of Law
- Individual Liberty & Freedom of Speech
- Tolerance & Mutual Respect
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- Spice up your Life with Girl Bands
- Fish and Chips
Week 31st July to 4th August: Festivals and Celebrations
- Celebrations around the world
- Masks, costumes, and pageants
- Multiculturalism – a barrier to integration?
Week 7th August to 11th August: You’re the future!
- 12th August – International Youth Day
- Model United Nations
- Debate: What does our future look like with Gen Z?
Week 14th to 18th August: Live the green life!
- Veganism, food waste & Recycling
- Eco-friendly housing
- Transportation – e-cars all the way?
Summer courses brochure
Summer course enquiry
Please fill in this form to submit an enquiry about our summer courses, or call us on +44 1865 517706.
You may also wish to get in touch to arrange a campus tour or find out what it is like to live and study in the city of Oxford.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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