Course run
27 June-10 July 2027
Two-week Oxford session.
Marketing and Media Summer Course
A residential Oxford course exploring branding, consumer psychology and digital media through small seminars, independent work and tutorial feedback.

A residential Oxford course exploring branding, consumer psychology and digital media through small seminars, independent work and tutorial feedback.

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Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Subject interest; working English
Age range / Year group
16-17
Location / Region
Oxford, United Kingdom
Cost
From £5,495
Duration
2 weeks
Format
In-person; residential or day
Class size: Up to 10 students
Meals: Residential: breakfast and dinner
Outcome: Certificate and tutor recommendation
Academic cadence: Six seminars; two tutorials
Independent study: Around 20 hours
Assessment style: Two assignments with tutorial feedback
This academically focused course examines how brands communicate, how audiences respond and how digital media shapes messages.
Students learn through seminars, real-world case studies, independent assignments and tutorial feedback rather than a fixed lecture-based syllabus.
It best suits curious students considering marketing, media, communications, advertising or related university and career paths.
The Marketing and Media Summer Course is a university-style academic experience delivered by Atlas Summer Courses in Oxford. It explores branding, advertising, consumer behavior, audience analysis, digital marketing, social media and communication.
Students learn through small-group seminars, tutorials, case studies and independent study. Tutors adapt the syllabus to the group's interests, so exact topics can vary while the course remains centered on how organizations shape messages and reach audiences.
The course joins marketing strategy with critical analysis of the media channels that carry brand messages.
Seminars are capped at ten students, giving learners space to contribute and question ideas.
Two independent assignments receive focused feedback in 1:1 or 2:1 tutorials.
Residential and non-residential options let families compare different levels of support and cost.
Students finish with a certificate, written feedback and a personalized tutor recommendation.
Students interested in branding, advertising, social media, consumer psychology or communication who enjoy discussion and independent work.
You want a fixed syllabus, credit-bearing study or a course centered mainly on practical content production.
It can be worthwhile for a student who wants to test marketing and media before choosing a degree or career direction. Small seminars, independent assignments and tutorial feedback provide more academic depth than a general summer camp.
The main limitation is cost, particularly for residential packages, and the flexible tutor-designed syllabus means families cannot rely on every listed topic being taught. The certificate is provider-issued and the course is not normally credit-bearing.
A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
From £5,495; includes All packages include academic teaching and a completion certificate., Residential packages include accommodation, breakfast and dinner., Residential options include shared spaces and on-course staff support., Package inclusions vary for transfers, insurance and flexibility..
Meals
Residential: breakfast and dinner
Provider details
Review the Atlas Summer Courses provider page and official sources before making a final decision.
Dates and logistics
2 weeks; Oxford, United Kingdom.
What to check before committing
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Moderate to high academic commitment.
Best started
Begin four to eight weeks before your preferred run to prepare the personal statement and travel plans.
Main challenge
Balancing independent research with concise written analysis.
Choose a preferred run and package before beginning the application.
Draft a short personal statement explaining your subject interests and goals.
Review any pre-course reading and the Welcome Pack when issued.
International applicants should allow extra time for travel permission and documentation.
Useful if
You enjoy discussing campaigns and defending your interpretation.
Students examine marketing and media through discussion, campaign analysis, independent research and tutor feedback. The course combines structured teaching with substantial self-directed work.
Explore branding, audiences, advertising and digital media in small seminars.
Analyze campaigns, messaging decisions and different audience responses.
Complete reading and independent research between taught sessions.
Produce two essays or problem sheets.
Discuss each assignment and receive detailed tutorial feedback.
Join academic enrichment and organized social or cultural activities.
Course run
27 June-10 July 2027
Two-week Oxford session.
Course run
4-17 July 2027
Two-week Oxford session.
Course run
11-24 July 2027
Two-week Oxford session.
Course run
18-31 July 2027
Two-week Oxford session.
Course run
25 July-7 August 2027
Two-week Oxford session.
Course run
1-14 August 2027
Two-week Oxford session.
Course run
8-21 August 2027
Two-week Oxford session.
Course run
15-28 August 2027
Two-week Oxford session.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Course run | 27 June-10 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Course run | 4-17 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Course run | 11-24 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Course run | 18-31 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Course run | 25 July-7 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Course run | 1-14 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Course run | 8-21 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Course run | 15-28 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming |
Be aged 16-17 when the course begins.
Show genuine interest in marketing and media.
Have good working spoken and written English.
Submit a personal statement in English.
Provide parent or guardian details if under 18.
Non-residential
£5,495 — Teaching without accommodation.
Funding or discounts
What's included
All packages include academic teaching and a completion certificate., Residential packages include accommodation, breakfast and dinner., Residential options include shared spaces and on-course staff support., Package inclusions vary for transfers, insurance and flexibility.
Open the official online application form.
Enter the student's date of birth and select the course, dates and package.
Provide student and parent or guardian contact details.
Write a personal statement in English about interests and goals.
Add the student's current or most recent school details.
Review the information and submit the application for assessment.
If offered a place, follow the booking instructions and pay the deposit.
The program covers the following focus areas.
Branding and storytelling
Examine how brands shape identity and communicate value.
Consumer psychology
Consider why audiences notice, choose and share particular messages.
Digital marketing
Explore social platforms, online advertising and changing media consumption.
Campaign analysis
Evaluate real-world campaigns, audience perspectives and strategic decisions.
Media ethics
Question the responsibilities involved in influencing an audience.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
A typical day during the program.
Three-hour small-group sessions total 18 taught hours.
Discuss an essay or problem sheet and receive detailed feedback.
Complete reading and independent assignment work.
Experienced educators and subject specialists lead the course, with many tutors for older students working as academics, researchers or higher-education specialists. Tutors shape their syllabi around their expertise and the interests of the group.
Tutors are confirmed closer to the summer, so previously published profiles do not guarantee the assigned teacher.
Room allocation depends on the selected tier, preferences and availability.
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Use the experience to test interest in marketing, media or communications study.
Add two independently completed assignments to an academic work record.
Receive a certificate confirming participation and course dates.
Use written feedback to identify academic strengths and next steps.
Receive a personalized tutor recommendation supporting future applications.
The course is not normally credit-bearing, and recognition varies by institution.
The course is hosted at college facilities in Oxford, a historic university city with college buildings, museums and cultural destinations. Residential packages place students in college accommodation, while organized activities extend the experience beyond teaching sessions.
Atlas Summer Courses hires college facilities and is not affiliated with the University of Oxford.
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