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Engineering Summer School
by Imperial Global Summer School
Imperial's engineering summer program combines specialist workshops, experiments, and team design challenges to help students explore engineering disciplines and university study.
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Engineering Summer School at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Applications open
Eligibility
Academic and English requirements; UK and international
Age range / Year group
Ages 16-17
Location / Region
London
Cost
£7,695
Duration
2 weeks
Format
In-person
Application deadline
Rolling · Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
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Accommodation: Prince's Gardens twin en-suite rooms
Campus experience: Engineering labs and social activities
Tutors / faculty: Imperial academics and Enterprise Lab experts
Student support: Imperial student mentors
Teaching time: More than 50 hours
Sessions / cadence: Weekdays 09:30-16:30; three 1-hour masterclasses
Engineering Summer School summary
Imperial's Engineering Summer School is a broad introduction to engineering through specialist teaching and practical group challenges. It connects academic ideas with experiments, design decisions, and working prototypes.
Students explore different engineering departments before joining an interdisciplinary Innovation Challenge. It suits students who want to compare engineering interests and enjoy learning through collaboration.
What is Engineering Summer School?
Engineering Summer School is the engineering subject option within Imperial College London's Global Summer School. Students learn through workshops, lectures, seminars, and practical work across several engineering disciplines. The experience includes exposure to specialist facilities and academics who connect engineering concepts with real applications.
Students conduct experiments, analyze data, and design and test models in teams. The first week explores engineering, while the second brings students together across academic subjects for an Innovation Challenge led by the Imperial Enterprise Lab. Campus living and social activities add an introduction to university life.
Why Succeed highlights Engineering Summer School
Exposure to several engineering disciplines helps students compare interests before choosing a university specialization.
Wind tunnels, process-control simulations, and a Carbon Capture Pilot Plant connect classroom ideas with working research facilities.
Model-building and testing activities make design constraints and engineering trade-offs tangible.
The Enterprise Lab's interdisciplinary challenge develops communication and teamwork alongside technical thinking.
Current Imperial student mentors offer academic and pastoral support during the campus experience.
Who is Engineering Summer School for?
Best for
Students who enjoy STEM, practical experimentation, and team design work, and want to explore several engineering disciplines before specializing.
Not ideal if
You want a course devoted entirely to one engineering branch or need a day-student option with evenings at home.
Is Engineering Summer School worth it?
This is a strong option for testing whether engineering appeals beyond school mathematics and science. Specialist facilities, practical challenges, and contact with Imperial academics give students concrete experiences to reflect on when comparing future study choices.
The substantial fee and mandatory campus stay make family planning important. Its breadth is useful for exploration, but students seeking sustained depth in one engineering specialization should compare more focused courses. Much of the second week is an interdisciplinary project rather than additional engineering department sessions.
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Cost and what is included
£7,695; includes Specialist workshops, lectures, and seminars, Practical experiments and team design activities, Interdisciplinary Innovation Challenge, On-campus twin en-suite accommodation, Academic and pastoral student mentor support, Academic and social activity program.
Accommodation
Prince's Gardens twin en-suite rooms
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
2 weeks; London.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Engineering Summer School need?
Effort level
High, with more than 50 teaching hours and a busy residential schedule.
Best started
Begin four to six weeks before your intended application in a future rolling admission cycle.
Main challenge
Coordinating academic records and references while preparing for independent campus living.
Typical preparation
Ask a teacher and parent or guardian to prepare for the reference requests.
Gather your grades, passport scan, and any required English language documentation.
Draft a focused 150-word statement explaining your motivation and relevant experience.
Overseas families should allow additional time for travel authorization and medical insurance.
Useful if
You want to test your engineering interests through practical work.
What do students do on Engineering Summer School?
You move from exploring engineering departments to conducting experiments and solving design problems in teams. The program then brings students from different subjects together to develop and present an Innovation Challenge project.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Join the engineering introduction and explore the university's departments.
- 2
Take part in specialist engineering sessions, simulations, and facility visits.
- 3
Collect and analyze experimental data to inform engineering decisions.
- 4
Design, build, and test models or prototypes with your team.
- 5
Collaborate across academic subjects on the Innovation Challenge.
- 6
Prepare and deliver a final project presentation.
Engineering Summer School dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
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Eligibility and requirements
Be 16 or 17 before the program starts.
Remain under 18 throughout the program.
UK-based and international students may apply.
Meet academic and English language requirements.
Demonstrate STEM enthusiasm, academic excellence, and clear motivation.
Provide at least eight Key Stage 4 subjects or international equivalents.
Provide teacher and parent or guardian references.
Live on campus for the full program.
How much does Engineering Summer School cost?
Program fee
£7,695 — 2026 residential program.
Funding or discounts
- Scholarships and financial aid: None
What's included
Specialist workshops, lectures, and seminars, Practical experiments and team design activities, Interdisciplinary Innovation Challenge, On-campus twin en-suite accommodation, Academic and pastoral student mentor support, Academic and social activity program
How to apply to Engineering Summer School
- 1
For future-cycle updates, register your interest with Imperial.
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Create and verify an Aspire account for the application process.
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Choose Global Summer School, select your session, and choose Engineering.
- 4
Enter your grades, English language information, and referee contact details.
- 5
Write a personal statement of no more than 150 words.
- 6
Review and submit the application so Imperial can request both references.
- 7
After a conditional offer, upload the requested passport and academic documents.
- 8
Accept the formal offer and make full payment as instructed.
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What does Engineering Summer School cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Aeronautical Engineering
Explore aerodynamics and advanced manufacturing, with exposure to wind tunnels and a flight simulator.
Chemical Engineering
Model and control chemical processes through simulations and a Carbon Capture Pilot Plant visit.
Civil Engineering
Evaluate site constraints, choose a bridge design, and develop a model or crossing proposal.
Design and Mechanical Engineering
Practice creative design and rapid prototyping, then build and test a mechanical design in teams.
Innovation Challenge
Combine expertise with students from other subjects to solve and present a real-world challenge.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Engineering Summer School?
A typical day during the program.
Academic sessions
Weekday teaching generally runs 09:30-12:30 and 13:30-16:30, with shorter first-week blocks and arrival-day exceptions.
Masterclasses
Three 16:45-17:45 sessions appear on week-one Tuesday and Thursday and week-two Tuesday.
Social activities
Activities include sports, theater, bowling, sightseeing, and celebrations, with some events ending at 23:00.
Weekend activities
The sample includes a Saturday Brighton trip from 09:00-19:00 and Sunday exploration and sports from 09:30-16:00.
Who teaches on Engineering Summer School?
The sample faculty includes Imperial academics such as Dr Ajit Panesar and Dr Paul Bruce in aeronautics, Dr Mehmet Mercangöz in chemical engineering, and Dr Linda Stringer in mechanical engineering. The Innovation Challenge is led by the Imperial Enterprise Lab and industry experts, while current Imperial student mentors provide academic and pastoral support.
Students are assigned to two teaching streams covering the same content; requests to switch streams are not accommodated.
Where do students stay on Engineering Summer School?
Residential plan
- Twin en-suite bedrooms: Students share rooms in Prince's Gardens halls on campus, with two single beds and an en-suite bathroom.
- Room amenities: Linen, towels, desks, lamps, a wardrobe, tea and coffee facilities, fans, and laundry baskets are provided.
- Pastoral support: Current Imperial student mentors provide academic and pastoral support throughout the program.
- Campus life and excursions: The sample social schedule includes sports, theater, Brighton, London sightseeing, and a River Thames boat event.
Campus residence is mandatory, and Global Summer School accommodation is not provided before or after the session.
What happens after Engineering Summer School?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
A broader understanding of engineering disciplines and university study.
Experience conducting experiments and analyzing data.
Practice designing, building, and testing prototypes.
An interdisciplinary project and final presentation.
Stronger communication and team problem-solving skills.
Where does Engineering Summer School take place?
The program takes place at Imperial College London's South Kensington campus, with students living in nearby Prince's Gardens halls. The campus experience combines engineering facilities with London activities, and the 2026 social program also includes a Brighton day trip.
Engineering Summer School FAQs
The sample curriculum covers Aeronautical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Design Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Materials Science appears in July, while the August sample timetable includes Earth Science and Engineering.
Students join peers from other academic subjects for an Innovation Challenge led by the Imperial Enterprise Lab and industry experts. The sample schedule includes project work, presentation preparation, and final presentations.
No. Students must live in Imperial's halls of residence throughout the program. The academic and social schedule occupies much of the day and evening, and students cannot leave and return for family visits.
Students share twin en-suite bedrooms in Prince's Gardens halls. Rooms include two single beds, linen and towels, desks with lamps, a wardrobe, tea and coffee facilities, fans, and laundry baskets.
No. Students are assigned to one of two teaching streams on arrival, and requests to switch or join friends cannot be accommodated. Both streams cover the same course content and meet during social activities.
The statement has a 150-word limit. It should explain your motivation and suitability, drawing on relevant achievements and skills beyond your grades, and include the requested information about your English language background.
Imperial does not offer discounts, scholarships, bursaries, or financial assistance for this program. Separate free outreach summer schools are different opportunities.
Check whether a visitor visa or electronic travel authorization is needed. Imperial can provide an invitation letter after a place is confirmed, and overseas students should arrange comprehensive medical insurance and bring their passport and required travel documentation.
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- Making the most of your Global Summer School 2026 experience – Imperial Global Summer School
- How to apply | Imperial Lifelong Learning | Imperial College London
- Frequently asked questions | Imperial Lifelong Learning | Imperial College London
- Apply | Study | Imperial College London
- There are two different timetables for the Engineering Programme, please make sure you access the correct one below. The Global Summer Schools Engineering 2026 Sample Timetable wil
- Engineering Summer School | Imperial Lifelong Learning | Imperial College London
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