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The Young Computer Scientist Summer Experience
by InvestIN
A London computer science work-experience program where students build robots, apps and games through career simulations and professional workshops.
Last verified: 31 Jul 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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Young Computer Scientist at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Applications open
Eligibility
Students aged 15-18
Age range / Year group
Ages 15-18
Location / Region
London
Cost
£2,225
Duration
1 week or 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: Optional residential
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Certificate / outcome: Certificate and reference
Professional contact: 25, 50 or 65 hours
Young Computer Scientist summary
The Young Computer Scientist Summer Experience is an in-person computer science work-experience program in London run by InvestIN.
Students explore robotics, software engineering, AI, cybersecurity, game design and fintech through team simulations, workshops and site visits.
It suits students who want practical insight into computer science careers and are ready to participate in collaborative technical activities.
What is The Young Computer Scientist Summer Experience?
The Young Computer Scientist Summer Experience is InvestIN’s London-based in-person program for students exploring computer science careers. It combines career simulations, professional workshops and visits with a university-campus setting at UCL.
Students work through areas including robotics, UI/UX, front-end and back-end engineering, AI ethics, cybersecurity, game design and fintech. The experience is designed to make technical career pathways more concrete through practical team tasks and professional feedback.
Why Succeed highlights Young Computer Scientist
It offers unusually varied hands-on activities, from Python robotics to a two-day game jam and a fintech app challenge.
The timetable connects technical practice with career context, including professional feedback and networking.
Students can see both software-building work and adjacent areas such as AI ethics, cybersecurity and motion capture.
Residential and day-student routes make the same program accessible to local and travelling students.
Who is Young Computer Scientist for?
Best for
Students who want to test several computer science specialisms through practical group work before choosing a degree or career direction.
Not ideal if
You want a low-cost introductory course, fully remote learning, or a program focused on one technical discipline only.
Is Young Computer Scientist worth it?
For a student who learns best by doing, this is a substantial chance to test what computer science work can feel like across programming, design and collaboration. The practical outputs, professional contact and campus setting can give useful material for reflecting on future subject choices.
The main limitation is cost, particularly once residential attendance is added, and the broad format cannot replace sustained study of a single technical area. It is strongest when followed by independent coding or project work that deepens the interests discovered there.
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Cost and what is included
£2,225; includes Program materials, equipment and resources., Hands-on career simulations., Digital certificate and program assessment., On-site safeguarding and pastoral care., Up to two professional workplace excursions for one-week attendance., Up to five professional workplace excursions for two-week attendance..
Accommodation
Optional residential
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Supervision or safety information
Residential students have a private en-suite university room, breakfast and dinner, evening and weekend activities, and 24/7 safeguarding and pastoral support.
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
1 week or 2 weeks; London.
What to check before committing
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Effort level
Moderate to high.
Best started
Plan several months before the summer intake, as places commonly fill 6-8 weeks before the program starts.
Main challenge
Moving between unfamiliar technical topics while collaborating with new peers.
Useful if
You are curious about computing careers and willing to try practical activities.
What do students do on Young Computer Scientist?
Students take part in career-focused technical workshops and simulations, then apply ideas in teams through coding, design and presentation activities.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Explore computer science career paths, software engineering and AI.
- 2
Assemble and program an obstacle-avoidance robot using Python or Scratch-based coding.
- 3
Practise UI/UX and front-end development while designing an app or website.
- 4
Build back-end projects and investigate algorithms, debugging and cybersecurity.
- 5
Create and test a game during a two-day game jam.
- 6
Devise and pitch a fintech app concept, then receive professional feedback.
- 7
Complete an assessment-centre activity and attend graduation.
Young Computer Scientist dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Reference date
Application deadline
27 July 2026
Summer Experience 2026 - 1 week
27-31 July 2026
Summer Experience 2026 - 2 weeks
27 July-7 August 2026
Summer Experience 2026 - 2-week Premium
27 July-7 August 2026
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Applications | Rolling admissions | Local | Reference date | |
Application deadline | 27 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Summer Experience 2026 - 1 week | 27-31 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Summer Experience 2026 - 2 weeks | 27 July-7 August 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Summer Experience 2026 - 2-week Premium | 27 July-7 August 2026 | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
Aged 15-18.
No prior knowledge or experience required.
B2 upper-intermediate English minimum.
Laptop recommended for Computer Scientist students.
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance required.
How much does Young Computer Scientist cost?
One-week program
£2,225 — 25 hours with professionals.
Funding or discounts
- Two-week program: £3,275 — 50 hours with professionals.
- Two-week Premium: £4,400 — 65 hours with professionals.
- Bursary places: Check eligibility — Financially eligible students may attend free of charge.
What's included
Program materials, equipment and resources., Hands-on career simulations., Digital certificate and program assessment., On-site safeguarding and pastoral care., Up to two professional workplace excursions for one-week attendance., Up to five professional workplace excursions for two-week attendance.
How to apply to Young Computer Scientist
- 1
Choose the Computer Scientist Summer Experience on the InvestIN website.
- 2
Select your preferred program length and start date.
- 3
Register online or secure a place with a non-refundable £950 deposit.
- 4
Complete the student enrolment form with medical, travel and emergency-contact information.
- 5
Use the pre-arrival pack to prepare for the program.
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What does Young Computer Scientist cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Robotics and Python
Assemble and program an obstacle-avoidance robot using sensors and Python.
UI/UX and app development
Use Figma and client requirements to design interfaces and app concepts.
Software engineering
Explore algorithms, debugging, front-end tools and Python-based back-end work.
AI, games and fintech
Consider AI ethics, create a game alpha and devise a fintech trading app.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Young Computer Scientist?
A typical day during the program.
Weekday workshops
Morning and afternoon technical workshops, with a lunch break.
Residential evenings
Social activities such as games, film, sports, wellness and quiz nights.
Weekend
Premium students have extra professional-development activities; non-residential students have no program.
Who teaches on Young Computer Scientist?
Students are coached through immersive activities by entrepreneurial computer scientists, including people with experience in front-end and back-end development, cybersecurity and technology recruitment. The program also brings in software engineers, game developers, cyber experts and robotics professionals.
Students work in groups of around 6-10.
Where do students stay on Young Computer Scientist?
Residential plan
- University accommodation: Private single en-suite rooms in central London university halls.
- Meals: Breakfast and dinner are included with the accommodation package.
- Pastoral support: 24/7 safeguarding and pastoral care includes designated leaders and medical support.
Non-residential plan
- Day attendance: Students living locally can attend as day students.
Airport transfers from Heathrow are available as an optional add-on.
What happens after Young Computer Scientist?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Develop practical examples for personal statements and interviews.
Receive a personalised digital certificate after the online assessment.
Two-week students receive a physical certificate and industry reference letter.
Complete an optional Level 3 Work Experience and Career Planning qualification for eight UCAS points.
Use the program to identify areas for further independent coding or project work.
A certificate or qualification supports reflection but does not replace sustained academic study or a technical portfolio.
Where does Young Computer Scientist take place?
The program is based at UCL and the surrounding University of London campus in London, with some days at industry locations. Residential students stay in central London halls used by University of London students.
Young Computer Scientist FAQs
No. The program states that students do not need prior knowledge or experience to attend, and introduces topics at a basic level.
Activities cover robotics, Python, UI/UX, front-end and back-end engineering, cybersecurity, AI ethics, game design and fintech.
Yes. Students can choose a one-week taster, a two-week experience or a two-week Premium experience.
Residential students have a private en-suite university room, breakfast and dinner, evening and weekend activities, and 24/7 safeguarding and pastoral support.
Students can complete a post-program online assessment for a personalised digital certificate. Two-week students also receive a physical certificate and industry reference letter.
InvestIN recommends that Computer Scientist students bring a laptop and says pre-program information will identify any sessions requiring one.
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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.
Sources and verification
Source types reviewed
- English as a foreign language – InvestIN Education
- Book A Consultation With Us – InvestIN Education
- Download Programme Brochure
- Explore Our Summer Experiences - Download Your Brochure – InvestIN Education
- InvestIN FAQs: Everything to Know About Our Career Experience Programmes – InvestIN Education
- How to make your university application stand out – InvestIN Education
- Computer Science Work Experience in London for Year 10-12 – InvestIN Education
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