Cambridge Summer School programme for Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences subjects.

The idea of summer schools is to enhance the service of education to all those students who apply for these short-term courses. It presents the students with an idea of what University life is like, its services, and much more.

The Cambridge Summer School programme is initiated in diverse fields ranging from Science, Technology, Social Sciences, Medicines, Humanities, Arts, Mathematics, and much more.

Students, especially those who want to familiarize themselves with the idea of college life, should ring this door. After schooling, most of the applicants are either confused or in a dilemma about what to do next. Summer schools are an amazing opportunity to live the mini-undergraduate life and decide for the future.

The Cambridge summer schools provide an accessible service to the student community who aim to join colleges and start their undergraduate journey.

Also the themes of Summer School predominantly vary every time.

The Cambridge Summer School programme applications should be submitted to the Sutton Trust on their website http//summerschools.suttontrust.com/

Eligible candidates

• The schools are open to students in year 12 or equivalent. But they should have studied in a state-maintained (UK government administered) school or college.
• Expected grades are five credit passes at Standard Grade.
• Applicants can apply even if they don’t want to apply to Cambridge for major courses.
• For further requirements check

https//www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/events/summer-schools/application-information/eligibility-criteria

Time duration

The courses generally last for a week. But each subject has nearly 20 hours of teaching in a week. The expected timing is from 900 am to 500 pm.

Cost

The Cambridge summer school in collaboration with Sutton Trust covers the fee. Therefore having no mentioned cost as such. But having this consideration in itself speaks about the competitiveness of the applications for the Summer school.

Students are provided accommodation in the undergraduate colleges of Cambridge.

Subjects available in Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Anglo-Saxon, Norse, And Celtic

No specific eligibility requirements.

The course introduces the students to the language, literature, and history of the countries like Britain, Scandinavia, and Ireland. The students are taught to find linkages between them, compare and contrast, and ultimately get familiar with this historical area.

For this session, the programme will run from 14 August to 18 August 2023.

Archaeology (With Biological Anthropology)

No specific eligibility criteria are required.

The field of Archaeology exposes students to the investigation of historical resources, and excavations, and assesses ancient diversities, cities, empires, and societies. Studied in collaboration with Biological anthropology (dealing with the evolution of humans), the course becomes fun to investigate the evolution of people and the surroundings they make.

The course runs not only by lectures but practical sessions, research actions, etc.

Though it lasts for one week, that is challenging in itself.

Architecture

Eligibility

Students willing to take architecture in their summer schools are expected to

Students having Art GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) from grades 7-9

Students studying Art, Technology, or Design at AS level or IB.

Scottish highers (Scotland’s equivalent of A level) are also eligible.

The students will be exposed to architectural courses and construction problems. A studio-like environment is given to the students where they can practice their architectural skills and also get aware of their shortcomings. Reputed architectural designers teach students the requisite skills for the field. Students are also prepared to practice their first-hand designs. This experience can enhance student capabilities and generate employability because Cambridge-certified courses have global values.

Asian and Middle Eastern studies

Eligibility

If applicants are on the same page in the selection criteria then preference may be given to students who are studying a foreign language at A level, IB, or Scottish Highers.

The study in this field allows students to investigate the growing economies of the world from the Asian continent. Apart from that they are also encouraged to enquire into one of the happening places on the earth- the Middle East. Whether that is the study of religion and politics in the region, the languages of the region, the emergence of important communities, and pondering over questions like what makes the area geo-strategically significant and why?

Seminars and discussions are integral to this programme.

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Classics

No specific eligibility criteria are required.

The classics at the summer school aim at students who want to understand the world of classics. Especially focusing on the Latin texts the programme aims to develop among students the skills to comprehend the texts and their messages.

Apart from Latin, students are also taught Roman and Greek classical texts which include literature, art, and history of those epochs.

Students can also present their research works on any classical topic under the supervision of experts.

Economics

Eligibility

Having Math at A level, IB, or Scottish Highers.

This year the programme aims to support the knowledge of those students who associate themselves with the field of Applied economics. It also caters to the need of analyzing international trade and finance. For this session, the programme aims to analyze the economy in the post-Brexit scenario. Methods to learn include seminars, lectures, case studies, tabulation, and graphs, among others.

Education

No specific eligibility criteria are required.

The programme on education tries to imbibe among students the interdisciplinary approach to this domain. By making students learn the importance of the field through various lenses of sociology, language, politics, and history, the programme secures its target of making students aware of education as the most powerful tool. It also lets students understand the vitality of education in a student’s life.

English

Eligibility

Students should have received A or A* for GCSE English language or literature.

Requirement of having English language or English literature and language at A level, IB or Scottish Highers is also needed.

The English programme of the Summer school aims at delivering to the students the course and structure of the English language as taught in Cambridge overall.

It also before joining provides the students with material on Shakespeare and other English novels, poems, and plays. The prior exercise familiarizes students with the course thereby allowing them to start learning like the undergraduates in a college system.

History

Eligibility

Taking History at AS level, IB, or Scottish Highers.

The History course aims to strengthen the historical analytical skills of the students. By exposing students to experts from the field and new areas of history, the aim to prepare them for university is focused.

History of Art

Eligibility

Students are required to have taken at least one essay-based subject (a subject that needs essay submissions as part of work submission) at A level. Examples of essay-based subjects are Philosophy and Ethics, Psychology, Criminology, Law, Geography, Sociology, and Classics,

In this programme, students will be exposed to various art styles. Teaching them how to make or create variations. They will be supervised by experts in the field.

Human, Social, and Political Science

The course needs no specific eligibility

This is a specific course provided by Cambridge. Students are taught to develop a methodology of raising questions and understanding society through a sociological lens. How society and politics collide, the scenarios they create, and the impacts they leave form some basic investigations of the programme.

Law

It requires no specific eligibility criteria.

The programme aims to spark the curiosity of the students by pushing them to dwell on legal, and moral questions. By exposing students to Cambridge’s legal department and experts, the course aims to provide them the chance to learn as an undergraduate at Cambridge. In past years the course dealt with issues like property laws, criminal law, and constitutional law.

The students also get the chance to speak to experts and directors related to the field.

Modern and Medieval Languages and Linguistics

Eligibility

Students shall be having a foreign modern European language at AS level, IB, or Scottish Highers.

The programme aims to allow students to learn a foreign language or languages. They are taught to use these languages in such a way that they know how to use them.in interpreting and comprehending a text. Language is taught from the basic level so that the foundations are strong.

Students can take advantage of the course by making projects and getting supervised by an expert. Lectures and seminars are integral to the course.

Music

Eligibility

Taking music at A level, IB, or Scottish Highers.

Students with Music Theory grade 7.

The programme aims to expose students to learning higher skills in music. They are taught to analyze and learn the music of various cultures and assess music and science, besides music and history.

Theology, Religious Studies, and Philosophy

No specific eligibility criteria are required.

The programme aims to push students towards metaphysical and divine questions. How to deal with such questions and how to raise such questions are some skills taught. Since the area forms one of the most sensitive study areas in human history, it is fascinating to see new opinions and multiple answers.

Conclusion

The Summer school programmes provided by the Sutton Trust at the University of Cambridge mark some of the important developments in the field of education globally. The reason is the introduction of diverse and dynamic themes and thoughts, new ideas, and a stimulating intellectual atmosphere. The summer school programmes for Arts, Social sciences, and related fields decipher the intrigue behind the courses.

For further details visit

https//www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/events/summer-schools/subjects