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 help you improve your English language level over 2+ weeks. We offer a wide range of everyday English courses, including English for Life, English for Life Plus and English for Over 30s plus the English for Exams, English for Law and English for Business specialist courses. Furthermore, we also offer personalised 1-2-1 online English lessons. Our strong reputation matches our expertise; we have been teaching academic English to non-native speakers for over 70 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:
Activities Timetable
View the sample activities timetable. Please note these are subject to change.
Themes of the Week 2025
Week 1: £$¥ (Money) Talks
Money makes the world go round, or so they say.
It apparently grows on trees.
They say it can’t buy happiness.
How does money really affect the world around us?
We’ll examine current trends in the business world- moves towards social enterprise and recognising that the decimal place is not the only factor we should be considering.
Explore the power of money in shaping economies, careers and lifestyles.
Week 2: Power of protest
Explore how voices unite to create change. Across history protest has shaped societies, we’ll discuss how these movements have led to monumental change. Is protest right for the modern age? Do the ends justify the means? Delve into the language of activism, understand how words, slogans and speeches have shaped societies across the world. Discover how language drives change.
Week 3: Doers and Dreamers
Explore the world of innovators, creators and visionaries. Whether you’re a doer who takes action or a dreamer with big ideas we’ll look at your place in today’s society and the influence of those doers and dreamers that have come before us. Become empowered to express your thoughts clearly, develop critical thinking and collaborate with others. Turn your dreams into action
Week 4: Rhythms and masterpieces
Blending music, poetry and visual art we’ll explore expression, emotion and storytelling in new ways. Embrace your inner creative, examine the influence art in it’s many forms has on the modern world. Through engaging activities, discussions and hands-on experiences you’ll develop your English communication skills.
Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of creativity.
Week 5: Nature vs Nurture
What makes us the people we become? The environment and people around us or a set of codes within us. How do these factors affect our personalities, behaviours, and life choices.
In the city where the 1860 evolution debate was held, you’ll learn more about the topic and improve your English communication skills through lively debates, real-world examples, and engaging activities.
Week 6: Read all about it
In a digital age of picture and sound. We’ll go back to the written word and how the world of media has transformed into what we see around us, you’ll explore current events, headlines, and captivating stories from around the globe. From fact checking presidential elections to censorship on social media. Learn how to read between the lines, analyse different perspectives and express your own views on a range of topics.
Get ready to explore the power of the press.
Week 7: Bridging the senses
Explore how sight, sound, touch, taste and smell come alive in communication. Discover how language connects ideas, cultures and people! Discuss whether there are only 5 senses. Embrace the beauty of language that speaks to all the senses. Step into a world where language builds bridges.
Week 8: Mysteries unsolved
Unlock your curiosity. In a world full of information, we’ll focus on how we can be sure what we’re hearing and reading is factual. From historical enigmas to modern day riddles we’ll explore famous mysteries, puzzling phenomena, and unsolved cases from around the world. Are you ready to crack the case?
Summer and Short Courses brochure
Summer course enquiry
Please fill in this form to submit an enquiry about our summer courses, or call us on +44 1865 517704.
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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