Summer 2024
Please note: The following is for your information only. RCHK does not endorse these courses. However, the FE office welcomes any feedback from students who sign up for any of the courses below.
CANADA
Location: UofT St. George Campus.
For: Years 11-13 (2023-2024 Academic Year).
(Year 10 students are eligible for Module 2)Dates:
Module 1 - July 8 -12, 2024
Module 2 - July 15 -19, 2024
Module 3 -July 22 - 26, 2024
Module 4 - July 29 to August 2, 2024Schedule: Monday to Friday
Time: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
Format: Hands-on labs + lectures + discussions
From its home in the University of Toronto’s Medical Sciences Building, in the heart of Toronto’s “Medical Discovery District”, Med YSP offers students the opportunity to learn about science/medicine and conduct life science labs. Join students from across Canada and the World to explore various diseases, the next generation of treatments, and what it takes to become a health professional.
Modules Covered
Module 1: Human Physiology - Discover How The Body Works Monda
Module 2: Microbiology - Learn To Appreciate The Little Things in Life
Module 3: Molecular Biology and Genetics - Applications in Forensics & Medicine)
Module 4: Pharmacology & Toxicology - Medications, Drugs & The Body
TECH SUMMER COURSES - Discover a diverse range of pre-university courses in engineering, gaming, coding, and creativity at the U of T School of Continuing Studies, in collaboration with Circuit Stream.
YOUTH SUMMER PROGRAM - Every summer students from across North America and around the world get an exclusive glimpse into the world of medicine and law. Participate in the exploration of the respective fields, career opportunities, and how to prepare for university.
ENGINEERING SUMMER PROGRAMS - Explore a world of scientific discovery and engineering innovation alongside other bright young minds in U of T Engineering Outreach’s immersive summer programming for students in Years 10-13.
DANIELS DESIGN DISCOVERY - Daniels Design Discovery provides a comprehensive introduction to the discipline of architecture, giving you the opportunity to experience different ways of seeing, thinking, and making through the lens of design.
EUROPE
EHL Hospitality Business School Summer Camp Programmes (TO DO)
Join EHL for a transformative experience where you:
Challenge yourself with university-level classes
Explore careers related to hospitality, tourism, and luxury
Build important life skills for future success
Camps include virtual and in-person such as:
Hospitality in a Digital World (online)
An interactive online course on hospitality, digital marketing, and communication skills.
Date: Monday, 17 July to Friday, 21 July 2023Hospitality Business & Innovation (Lausanne campus)
A fast-paced and exciting intro to the hospitality business.
Dates:
Sunday, 25 June to Saturday, 1 July 2023
Sunday, 2 July to Saturday, 8 July 2023
Sunday, 9 July to Saturday, 15 July 2023
Sunday, 22 October to Saturday, 28 October 2023International Hospitality & Luxury Brand Management (Singapore)
An intensive journey into the future of hospitality and luxury brands.
Date: Sunday, 16 July to Saturday, 22 July 2023Culinary & Wellness Concepts (Passugg campus)
A dynamic excursion into Swiss fine dining, wellness, and Alpine tourism.
Date: Sunday, 2 July to Saturday, 8 July 2023
Combine Courses:
Option 1: 2 weeks in Switzerland (Lausanne & Passugg) - 25 June to 8 July 2023
Option 2: 1 week in Switzerland & 1 week in Singapore - 9 to 22 July 2023
Option 3: 2 weeks in Switzerland & 1 week in Singapore - 2 to 22 July 2023
For more info, click here!
HONG KONG
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Summer Course
In-person in Hong Kong Artificial Intelligence intensive course for high school students taught by instructors from Stanford and MIT.
This option is particularly good as it has high output, a lower cost than other programs, and does not require air fare or accommodation.
July 2 - July 12 weekdays at Christian Alliance International School
Sign up here
Aviation Summer Day Camps Hong Kong
Ranging from 1-3 days
Offered through Hong Kong International Aviation Academy
Air Traffic Control
Aircraft Engineering
Aviation Inside-out
Aircraft Eingineering
Piloting
Cabin Crew and Ground Services
Register here
HKU Summer Institute in the Arts and Humanities
This summer programme is now open for registration! With a wide range of courses covering the disciplines of Arabic Culture, Global and Area Studies, History, Linguistics, Museum Studies and Translation, students from all over the world will have opportunities to interact with classmates and award-winning academics while pursuing academic advancement.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and you are recommended to submit your application as soon as possible. The earlier you apply, the greater chance for securing a place.
More information about the courses on offer can be found here
JAPAN
Free 2-day Online Course with a Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University
Academic and Cultural Experience (ACE) Program
Join this two-day free online Academic and Cultural Experience (ACE) program in the comfort of your own home. Discover Japan and Japanese culture and meet different people from all over the world
Application Deadline: May 15th
Course Dates: July 6th-7th
Click here for more programme info
NUCB Japan Summer School
This summer program (7/24-7/28), is designed to draw out the curiosity and leadership skills of highs chool students through a variety of workshops and activities, including case method classes that challenge problem-solving and cross-cultural experience activities.
This summer program (7/24-7/28), is designed to draw out the curiosity and leadership skills of highs chool students through a variety of workshops and activities, including case method classes that challenge problem-solving and cross-cultural experience activities.
5 days/4 nights
Harvard-style Case Method experience
Japanese language classes
Boarding Dormitory life experience
Cross-cultural activities
Sports and extracurricular activities
Field trips in Aichi Prefecture
Enjoy Japanese cuisine including Nagoya specialities
UNITED KINGDOM
KCL Summer School
King’s offers the largest Pre-university Summer School in the UK, for excellent High School students aged 16-17 to explore university life, London and subject areas of interest. There are three one-week sessions in Summer 2024, allowing students to study up to three different modules on their central London campus for between one and three weeks.
King’s Pre-University Summer Programme is now open for application until 31 March 2024.
Please note: Early application offers (for applications until 14 February 2024): no application fee and save £105 on single session Pre-University Summer School
Click HERE for more info!
Newcastle Uni Medical Sciences Summer School
Newcastle University will be holding a pre-university summer school for students preparing to apply for medicine for the 2025 academic year. Students must be 16 or 17 years old during the summer school. Find out if medicine is the right course for you and to learn more about studying in the UK, how to apply to medicine and what makes a great medical student.
Click here for more info!
York's unique Pre-University Summer School is an excellent opportunity for bright secondary school students aged 16-18 to get a taste of studying at a Russell Group university and boosting their university application.
Their two-week subject-specific programmes offer an exceptional academic opportunity to students, as well as a university certificate and a guaranteed typical offer for their undergraduate programmes on successful completion of the Summer School.
Dates:
Session 1 - 30 June - 13 July 2024
Session 2 - 21 July - 3 August 2024
Application Deadline: 17 May 2024
All the details are HERE
InvestIN - Summer Career Experiences (London, UK)
Ages 15-18
Several Programmes to choose from
Accommodation for students at UCL halls of residence in Euston (extra fee)
Full guardianship and meals included (extra fee)
United States
Summer Journalism Academy at Boston University
In the Writing and Reporting sessions, BU's award-winning journalists work with students to show them how to follow facts and get to the heart of stories affecting their communities. All students attending our program will have the option to publish one of their stories on our Academy’s website, The Terrier.
Writing and Reporting - online two-week sessions starting June 17, July 1, and July 15, 2024
Application Deadline: May 10 2024
To learn more, visit here
Notre Dame Pre-College Online Programme
Take a Notre Dame Pre-College course where lessons by professors are delivered through dynamic videos, so you can tune in whenever your schedule allows. Work with mentors who can support you and answer questions as you deepen your learning experience. For each course, you can earn a Certificate of Completion from the University of Notre Dame.
Choose are from two to four weeks and you can choose from the following list:
Biology: The Impact of Genetic Mutations
Business: From Startup to Success
Law: Thinking Like a Lawyer
Psychology: Understanding the Self and Our World
For ages 13 and over
Course Fee USD 1495
Applications can be found here
John Hopkins - Whiting School of Engineer
Engineering Innovation Pre-College Program
John Hopkins is offering a summer of exciting hands-on projects in a collaborative college-level engineering course. Courses include:
Explore Engineering Innovation
Biomedical Engineering Innovation
Sustainable Energy.
Click here for more information on course differences and dates.
Application Deadline: May 29th
Various courses and dates
Cornell Precollege Summer Program
If you want to take a summer course but cannot go abroad, how about doing it online? Choose from dozens of three- and six-week online undergraduate Cornell courses in Arts and Architecture, Business and Hotel Management, Health and Humanities, International Relations, Psychology, Science and Technology, Sustainability, Veterinary Medicine, and more! More courses will be added in the coming months.
Application Deadline: 04 May, 2024
Courses are offered between June 3 and August 6, 2024.
Click here for application information!
Boston University offers five pre-college programs, each of which provides rigorous and collaborative college life experiences that will enable students to gain a strong sense of their personal and academic potential.
High School Honors is a six-week program in which students take Boston University undergraduate courses and earn up to 8 transferable college credits.
RISE Internship/Practicum is a six-week, non-credit residential or commuter program in which students conduct scientific research in a university lab under the guidance of a faculty mentors.
Academic Immersion (AIM) is a three-week, non-credit residential or commuter program for students to focus intensively on a single academic topic while experiencing life on a college campus.
Summer Challenge is a two-week residential or online program in which students take two non-credit seminars of their choice and experience college life.
Summer Preview is a one-week, non-credit residential or commuter program in which students explore one subject of interest while previewing the college experience.
All the details are HERE
Columbia University Online Summer Immersion Programmes
Dive into an Ivy League education this summer with Columbia’s world-class instructors, and a dynamic online learning platform.
Interact with Columbia instructors and experts in their fields
Engage with an international community of students
Prepare for college and the admissions process through specially designed programs
Participate in extracurricular activities led by current students
Earn a Columbia University Certification of Participation and evaluation letter
Find out all about the courses here
Their FAQ page will answer all of your questions and you can apply HERE.
Summer programs at Oberlin Conservatory
Oberlin's summer programs in Ohio provide a supportive environment for students to develop their musicianship and gain new skills. They are also an excellent way for students to get a sense of what it's like to study at Oberlin Conservatory. Summer program participants work with Oberlin's esteemed studio faculty and guest artists, and experience the Oberlin community.
You can find details about all of their summer opportunities, including harp, trumpet, piano and more HERE!
Parsons Summer Intensive Studies
Parsons is offering an on-campus and online summer programme to allow learners in high school to study at a U.S. design school and earn college credit. Parsons' world-class faculty lead collaborative and hands-on courses in a variety of art and design disciplines, including fashion, photography, illustration, graphic design, product design, and more.
For more info, click here!
Webinar: Want more information? Watch this webinar to find out more.
Dates: Session 1: June 10-28, 2024
Session 2: July 8-26, 2024
USC Summer & Online Pre-College Programs
USC's online summer programmes ranges from business to life sciences. Perfect for students who do not want to leave the comfort of their own homes. A combination of coursework, readings and assignments, you work at your own pace and complete the programme in two to four weeks.
Find out what programmes are available here.
UC Berkeley - College of Environmental Design
Are you interested in architecture, design or related areas? The Berkeley College of Environmental Design offers intensive summer programs for students to experience the culture of design and planning studios, earn college-level credit and develop compelling materials for their design portfolio. For more information on Applications.
Georgetown University offers pre-college online courses for high school students ages 13 and older. Each features dynamic video lessons by renowned Georgetown faculty and access to mentors. The program is available year-round, and the online format enables you to study anywhere, anytime, at your own pace. This flexibility allows you to take multiple courses and discover a variety of academic areas of interest.
Find out more about the courses available!