Ages 13-15 session
27 June-10 July 2027
Cambridge
In-person Programme
Upcoming
Innovation and Technology Summer Course
A discussion-led course exploring how emerging technology, creativity and entrepreneurship turn ideas into practical solutions.
Last verified: 30 Aug 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
In-person Programme
Upcoming
Innovation and Technology Summer Course
A discussion-led course exploring how emerging technology, creativity and entrepreneurship turn ideas into practical solutions.
Last verified: 30 Aug 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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Innovation Technology Course at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Interest and good English
Age range / Year group
Ages 13-17
Location / Region
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Cost
From £5,495
Duration
2 weeks
Format
In-person
Artificial IntelligenceEntrepreneurshipTechnology
Class size: Up to 10 students
Accommodation: Residential or non-residential
Meals: Full board or half board
Certificate / Outcome: Certificate and tutor feedback
Tutors / faculty: Experienced subject specialists
Innovation Technology Course summary
Atlas Summer Courses uses innovation as a lens for examining artificial intelligence, robotics, entrepreneurship, digital transformation and the wider effects of technology.
Small seminars combine discussion, case studies and practical problem-solving with independent work. The older track adds evaluated assignments and individual or paired tutorials.
It suits curious students who enjoy connecting technology with business, creativity and social questions, including beginners without specialist technical knowledge.
What is Innovation and Technology Summer Course?
The Innovation and Technology Summer Course is an academic experience from Atlas Summer Courses examining how ideas become practical products, services and technologies. Its subject range may include artificial intelligence, robotics, renewable energy, entrepreneurship, product development and digital transformation.
Students learn through small, interactive seminars, case studies, practical challenges and independent study. Tutors adapt the syllabus to their expertise and the group's interests, so the exact content varies while retaining a focus on creative problem-solving and technology's effects on business and society.
Why Succeed highlights Innovation Technology Course
The course connects emerging technology with entrepreneurship, design and wider social impact rather than treating technology as an isolated subject.
Small seminar groups give students regular opportunities to question ideas, contribute to discussion and learn from classmates.
Age-specific teaching gives younger students structured independent study while older students receive detailed tutorial feedback on written work.
Residential choices combine academic study with Cambridge college life, supervised activities and cultural outings.
Students finish with a certificate, tutor feedback and a personalized recommendation letter.
Who is Innovation Technology Course for?
Best for
Curious students who want to examine emerging technology through business, creativity and real-world problem-solving without needing prior technical study.
Not ideal if
You want a fixed coding curriculum, guaranteed specialist topics or a formal academic qualification with credit.
Is Innovation Technology Course worth it?
The course can be worthwhile for students testing whether technology, entrepreneurship or engineering-related study fits their interests. Small classes, independent work and tutor feedback offer more academic depth than a general activity camp.
The main limitation is value for money: package prices are substantial, and the flexible tutor-led syllabus means families cannot assume every listed technology topic will be taught. Compare the teaching model and residential inclusions carefully before choosing a tier.
A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
From £5,495; includes Small-group seminars and interactive classes, Independent study and academic feedback, Completion certificate and recommendation letter, Residential accommodation where selected, Meals specified for the age group and package, Social activities and excursions where included, Heathrow transfers and insurance on eligible packages.
Accommodation
Residential or non-residential
Meals
Full board or half board
Provider details
Review the Atlas Summer Courses provider page and official sources before making a final decision.
Dates and logistics
2 weeks; Cambridge, United Kingdom.
What to check before committing
Confirm current dates, payment terms, travel arrangements, cancellation rules and what is included with the provider.
Compare this program with similar options before deciding on dates, cost, format and fit.
Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Innovation Technology Course need?
Effort level
Moderate to high academic engagement.
Best started
Begin the application four to six weeks before your preferred session, allowing extra time for travel or visa planning.
Main challenge
Moving from broad ideas to well-reasoned practical solutions.
Typical preparation
Choose the age track, dates and package that match your needs.
Draft the personal statement around genuine interests in technology and innovation.
Review any pre-course reading, the Welcome Pack and Student Handbook.
International students should begin visa or ETA checks well before travel.
Useful if
You enjoy questioning assumptions and explaining your reasoning.
What do students do on Innovation Technology Course?
Students examine how innovations develop and use discussion, case studies, practical challenges and independent work to test ideas. The balance of assignments and tutorials differs by age track.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Explore emerging technologies and their effects on businesses, industries and society.
- 2
Discuss case studies and debate why some innovations succeed while others fail.
- 3
Work through practical problems, collaborative challenges and prototype-style activities.
- 4
Complete independent reading, research, presentations, essays or problem sheets as assigned.
- 5
Receive feedback through class discussion, reflection sessions and, for ages 16-17, tutorials.
Innovation Technology Course dates and deadlines
Upcoming
Ages 13-15 session
4-17 July 2027
Cambridge
Ages 13-15 session
11-24 July 2027
Cambridge
Ages 13-15 session
18-31 July 2027
Cambridge
Ages 16-17 session
27 June-10 July 2027
Cambridge
Ages 16-17 session
4-17 July 2027
Cambridge
Ages 16-17 session
11-24 July 2027
Cambridge
Ages 16-17 session
18-31 July 2027
Cambridge
Ages 16-17 session
25 July-7 August 2027
Cambridge
Ages 16-17 session
1-14 August 2027
Cambridge
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ages 13-15 session | 27 June-10 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Ages 13-15 session | 4-17 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Ages 13-15 session | 11-24 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Ages 13-15 session | 18-31 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Ages 16-17 session | 27 June-10 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Ages 16-17 session | 4-17 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Ages 16-17 session | 11-24 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Ages 16-17 session | 18-31 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Ages 16-17 session | 25 July-7 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Ages 16-17 session | 1-14 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming |
Eligibility and requirements
Students must be aged 13-17 at course start.
No formal academic entry requirements apply.
Applicants should show genuine interest in the subject.
Good spoken and written English is expected.
Applicants under 18 provide parent or guardian details.
How much does Innovation Technology Course cost?
Program fee
From £5,495 — Non-residential starting price
Funding or discounts
- Plus package: £6,995 — Residential shared-bathroom option
- Superior package: £7,995 — Private room and bathroom
- Premier package: £9,995 — Private room and enhanced benefits
- Deposit: £1,295-£1,495 — Depends on package
- Payment plans: Available — Balance can be paid in installments
What's included
Small-group seminars and interactive classes, Independent study and academic feedback, Completion certificate and recommendation letter, Residential accommodation where selected, Meals specified for the age group and package, Social activities and excursions where included, Heathrow transfers and insurance on eligible packages
How to apply to Innovation Technology Course
- 1
Enter the student's date of birth and select the course, dates and package.
- 2
Provide student contact details and parent or guardian details where required.
- 3
Add the student's current school or place-of-study information.
- 4
Write a short English personal statement explaining interests, goals and motivation.
- 5
Review the course, package, personal information and fees before submitting.
- 6
Wait for the admissions review, then follow the offer instructions to secure the place.
What does Innovation Technology Course cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Emerging Technologies
Examine artificial intelligence, robotics, energy systems and digital transformation.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Explore how ideas become competitive products, services and ventures.
Technology and Society
Consider technology's economic, social and ethical consequences.
Creative Problem-Solving
Use challenges, prototypes and case studies to test solutions.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Innovation Technology Course?
A typical day during the program.
Weekday mornings
Breakfast and registration are followed by small, discussion-based lessons.
Weekday afternoons
Teaching may continue through masterclasses, tutorials, guided study, teamwork or projects.
Evenings
Supervised social events, team challenges and cultural activities are scheduled.
Weekends
Excursions, arrival and orientation activities complement the academic schedule.
Who teaches on Innovation Technology Course?
Tutors are experienced educators and subject specialists active across academia, industry and education. They shape the syllabus around their expertise and the interests and abilities of the group.
Tutor profiles are examples because teaching assignments are confirmed closer to summer.
Where do students stay on Innovation Technology Course?
Residential plan
- Cambridge college stay: Students live in college accommodation with shared spaces and on-course staff.
- Room choices: Single or twin rooms and shared or private bathrooms vary by package.
- Meals: Ages 13-15 receive full board; ages 16-17 receive breakfast and dinner.
- Pastoral support: Trained on-course staff provide age-appropriate supervision and welfare support.
- Activities and outings: Social activities and cultural excursions complement academic study.
Non-residential plan
- Day option: Students attend teaching and included daytime activities without accommodation.
Room allocation and bathroom type depend on the selected package. Families cannot stay in student accommodation.
What happens after Innovation Technology Course?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Use the course to test interest in computer science, engineering or artificial intelligence.
Explore future study in business, entrepreneurship, design or technology-related disciplines.
Build independent study, critical thinking and academic discussion skills.
Receive a completion certificate, detailed feedback and recommendation letter.
Join the Atlas alumni network for future course guidance and events.
Most Atlas summer courses are not credit-bearing.
Where does Innovation Technology Course take place?
The course is held in Cambridge, a city associated with research, invention and enterprise. Students live and learn in Cambridge college facilities hired by Atlas for the summer, with cultural activities and outings extending the experience beyond class.
Atlas Summer Courses is independent and is not affiliated with the University of Cambridge or its colleges.
Innovation Technology Course FAQs
Possible topics include emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, robotics, renewable energy, entrepreneurship, product development and digital transformation. Tutors tailor the final syllabus to their expertise and the group.
No specialist technical knowledge or previous study is required. Students need genuine interest in the subject and sufficient English to participate in lessons and written work.
The younger track combines eight small-group seminars with private study. Students may complete reading, research, problem-solving or presentation preparation between classes.
The older track combines six three-hour seminars, two tutorials and independent study. Students complete two essays or problem sheets for detailed tutor feedback.
Residential and non-residential options are published. Residential room type, bathroom arrangement, transfers, insurance and other benefits vary by package.
Residential students aged 13-15 receive breakfast, lunch and dinner. Ages 16-17 receive breakfast and dinner, with meals served at the accommodation or local restaurants.
Students receive a signed completion certificate, detailed tutor feedback and a personalized recommendation letter. Most Atlas courses do not carry academic credit.
Experienced educators and subject specialists teach the course. Tutors create their own syllabi and are confirmed closer to summer, so published tutor profiles are illustrative.
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Sean works at the intersection of academic enrichment, program quality and university preparation, with expertise in evaluating pre-university experiences for ambitious secondary school students.
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- Atlas Summer Courses | Airport Transfers and Travel Guide
- Cambridge Summer School Ages 16-17 | Cambridge Summer Courses
- Cambridge Summer School for Ages 13–15 | Atlas Summer Courses
- Atlas Summer Courses Dates and Prices – Flexible Payment Plans
- Innovation and Technology Summer School Ages 16-17 | Cambridge Summer Courses
- Innovation and Technology Summer School Ages 13-15 | Cambridge Summer Courses
- Search Results | Atlas Summer Courses
- Articles | Atlas Summer Courses
- Atlas Summer Courses Alumni Network
- How to Apply for Atlas Summer Courses – Step-by-Step Guide
- Atlas Summer Courses FAQs | Fees, Dates, Applications & Safety
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