Winter Camp 2025
12-18 December 2025
Reference cycle with a seven-day agenda; activities may differ for 2026.
In-person Program
Winter Camp
Winter Camp combines academic exploration, creative workshops and career discovery with guidance from Curtin Dubai students, faculty and industry partners.
Last verified: 15 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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Winter Camp at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
High school, Grade 9 and above
Age range / Year group
Ages 14-18
Location / Region
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Cost
Free
Duration
5 days
Format
In-person
EngineeringMedia StudiesPsychologyEnvironmental Science
Certificate / Outcome: Certificate of Participation
Campus experience: University clubs and practical workshops
Tutors / faculty: Students, faculty and industry partners
Sessions / cadence: Monday-Friday, 10:00 am-2:00 pm; 20 hours
Winter Camp summary
Winter Camp offers a taste of university learning through creative, collaborative workshops and career exploration.
Participants meet Curtin Dubai's student community and learn with students, faculty and industry partners.
It suits students exploring several interests before choosing a more focused academic pathway.
What is Winter Camp?
Winter Camp is Curtin University Dubai's workshop-based introduction to academic interests and emerging careers. University students, faculty and industry partners lead activities that combine practical learning with a supportive campus community.
The camp connects participants with clubs spanning engineering, media, psychology, culinary arts, sustainability and sports. Its creative and collaborative approach makes it useful for exploring interests before committing to a specialist course.
Why Succeed highlights Winter Camp
The mix of academic, creative and career activities gives students several interests to explore.
Workshops bring together university students, faculty and industry partners.
Student-community advisory support adds a useful connection to university life.
The participation certificate has a clear requirement: attendance on every camp day.
Who is Winter Camp for?
Best for
Students who want practical subject exploration, career discovery and contact with a university community.
Not ideal if
You want sustained study in one discipline or cannot commit to attending every camp day.
Is Winter Camp worth it?
Winter Camp is a useful option if your goal is to discover interests through practical activities and conversations with a university community. Its breadth can help you identify which subject deserves more attention afterward.
That breadth also limits how deeply you can pursue any one discipline. Judge its value by what you learn and want to explore next; the participation certificate alone says little about subject mastery.
A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
Free; includes Access to all workshops, Advisory support from the Curtin Dubai student community, Exposure to industry partners and real-world skills, Certificate of Participation after attendance on every day.
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
5 days; Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Winter Camp need?
Effort level
Moderate, with practical workshops and compulsory daily attendance.
Best started
Allow a few weeks before the December session for guardian paperwork and daily travel planning.
Main challenge
Protecting every camp day, including Day 1.
Typical preparation
Ask a parent to prepare passport and Emirates ID copies and the requested NOC.
Set aside the full daily session window and plan your journey to campus.
Prepare your own laptop for the practical sessions.
Useful if
You want to test interests before choosing a specialist course.
What do students do on Winter Camp?
You attend daily workshops combining academic exploration, creative collaboration and career discovery. Activities connect you with university clubs and people who can help you explore your interests.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Join the camp from Day 1 and attend each daily session.
- 2
Take part in practical and collaborative workshops.
- 3
Engage with university clubs, students, faculty and industry partners.
- 4
Complete every camp day to qualify for the participation certificate.
Winter Camp dates and deadlines
Past
Winter Camp 2026
14-18 December 2026
Monday-Friday, 10:00 am-2:00 pm; attendance required every day.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Winter Camp 2025 | 12-18 December 2025 | Local | Past | |
Winter Camp 2026 | 14-18 December 2026 | Local | Upcoming |
Eligibility and requirements
High school students in Grade 9 and above
Parent or legal guardian NOC requested
Attendance required on every camp day
Day 1 attendance required to continue
Own laptop required for practical sessions
How much does Winter Camp cost?
Program fee
Free — Complimentary camp.
What's included
Access to all workshops, Advisory support from the Curtin Dubai student community, Exposure to industry partners and real-world skills, Certificate of Participation after attendance on every day
How to apply to Winter Camp
- 1
Ask a parent to complete the dedicated Winter Camp registration form.
- 2
Enter the student's contact details, school, current grade or year and emirate.
- 3
Provide parent contact details and prepare passport, Emirates ID and requested NOC documents.
- 4
Complete the contact and photography acknowledgements, then submit the form.
- 5
Curtin Dubai shortlists submissions and contacts families to confirm participation.
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What does Winter Camp cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Engineering
Explore engineering interests through engagement with university clubs.
Media
Explore media interests within the camp's university-club activities.
Psychology
Connect with university clubs to explore psychology interests.
Sustainability
Explore sustainability through the camp's collaborative learning and club engagement.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Winter Camp?
A typical day during the program.
Workshop days
Attendance is required on all five camp days.
Daily session
Four scheduled hours per day, totaling 20 hours.
Who teaches on Winter Camp?
Workshops are led by Curtin Dubai students, faculty and industry partners. Participants also receive advisory support from the university's student community.
Where do students stay on Winter Camp?
Non-residential plan
- Daytime campus workshops: Camp sessions take place at Curtin University Dubai from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
- Student-community support: Participants receive advisory support from Curtin Dubai's student community.
What happens after Winter Camp?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Earn a Certificate of Participation through full attendance.
Explore emerging career pathways.
Build academic and personal skills.
Gain exposure to industry partners and real-world skills.
Where does Winter Camp take place?
The camp takes place at Curtin University Dubai in Dubai International Academic City. Participants attend campus workshops and engage with the university community.
Winter Camp FAQs
The camp is designed for high school students in Grade 9 and above. Its concepts are considered too advanced for younger grades.
Winter Camp is complimentary.
Sessions run from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm each day. Attendance is required on all five days.
Curtin Dubai students, faculty and industry partners lead the workshops. The student community also provides advisory support.
A Certificate of Participation is issued only to students who attend every camp day. Attendance is tracked daily.
Students must bring their own laptops for practical sessions.
Parents are asked to complete the camp registration form. Keep passport and Emirates ID copies handy, and prepare the requested parent or legal guardian NOC.
Students who miss Day 1 are not allowed to join partway through the camp.
Alternatives to Winter Camp
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Co-founder, Succeed | Founder, Immerse Education (2012–2026)
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.
Sources & verification
Source types reviewed
- Curtin Camps - Curtin University Dubai
- Winter Camp 2026 – Curtin University Dubai
- Curtin University Dubai | Top-Ranked Australian Uni
- Fee payment option & policies
- Curtin Dubai Online Application Form – 2023 – Curtin University Dubai
- University Application Process at Curtin University Dubai
- Online Payment - Curtin University Dubai
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