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    International Relations Summer School
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    International Relations Summer School

    by King's College London

    Study international relations at King’s through university-style teaching, museum visits, independent research and collaborative presentations.

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    International Relations Summer School at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Final three years of high school

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 16-17

    Location / Region

    London, United Kingdom

    Cost

    From £3,195; From £3,995

    Duration

    1 week

    Format

    In-person

    Applications open

    9 November 2026

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    Language: English
    Accommodation: Optional single en-suite university rooms
    Meals: Residential breakfast and dinner
    Certificate / Outcome: Participation; conditional Certificate of Completion
    Campus facilities: Libraries, classrooms and catering facilities
    Tutors / faculty: Maísa Edwards; Christoffer Guldberg
    Academic credit: Not for credit

    International Relations Summer School summary

    King’s International Relations course introduces global political challenges through teaching modeled on first-year undergraduate study.

    You explore security, peacebuilding, foreign policy and international organizations, then apply your thinking through independent research and collaborative presentation work.

    It suits students who want to test their interest in the subject through academic discussion, assignments and museum excursions.

    What is International Relations Summer School?

    International Relations Summer School is Succeed’s name for King’s College London’s Pre-University International Relations Session 2 course. It introduces the debates and research areas students encounter in first-year undergraduate study, including international security, peacebuilding, emerging economies and foreign policy.

    Teaching combines seminars, lectures, workshops and experiential activities. Students investigate a topic independently, produce a structured assignment response and collaborate on a presentation, while museum excursions add historical and cultural context.

    Why Succeed highlights International Relations Summer School

    • The first-year undergraduate focus offers a practical way to test whether studying international relations appeals to you.

    • Independent research and a group presentation turn subject exploration into concrete academic work.

    • Museum excursions connect classroom discussion with historical and cultural context.

    • Named lecturers give students a clear view of the course’s academic teaching team.

    • The residential option combines university accommodation with meals and dedicated staff support.

    Who is International Relations Summer School for?

    Best for

    Students who enjoy global politics and want to try university-style discussion, independent research and collaborative presentation work.

    Not ideal if

    You want a credit-bearing course or a mainly recreational experience with little academic work.

    Is International Relations Summer School worth it?

    The strongest value is the chance to test international relations through actual academic tasks. Research, presentations and tutor feedback can help you judge whether you enjoy the way the subject is studied, rather than relying only on an interest in current affairs.

    The fee makes this a substantial family purchase, so compare the academic experience with less expensive alternatives. The course is not for credit, and participation recognition should be viewed alongside what you learn and produce.

    A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    From £3,195; From £3,995; includes Academic tuition and course materials., Campus Wi-Fi and access to libraries, classrooms and catering facilities., Academic and extracurricular activities., Dedicated staff support during the academic day., Participation recognition on course completion., Residential package: accommodation, breakfast and dinner., Residential package: 24-hour staff support and accommodation Wi-Fi., Residential package: social activities, excluding travel..

    Accommodation

    Optional single en-suite university rooms

    Meals

    Residential breakfast and dinner

    Supervision or safety information

    Dedicated Summer Assistants support students, including during scheduled activities, and residential students have 24-hour staff support. Scheduled independent time and time in bedrooms have different supervision arrangements.

    Provider details

    Review the King's College London provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    Dates and logistics

    1 week; London, United Kingdom.

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    How much preparation does International Relations Summer School need?

    Effort level

    High for a short introductory course.

    Best started

    Begin gathering documents four to six weeks before the application cycle begins, allowing longer for overseas travel planning.

    Main challenge

    Balancing academic participation with the independence expected in a university setting.

    Typical preparation

    • Gather recent grades and suitable English-language evidence.

    • Draft a personal statement explaining your interest in international relations.

    • Discuss residential arrangements, supervision and independent time with your parent or guardian.

    • Practice comparing arguments about a global issue and supporting your response with reliable information.

    Useful if

    You want to test your readiness for undergraduate-style international relations study.

    What do students do on International Relations Summer School?

    You examine international relations through university-style teaching and apply your learning in individual and collaborative assignments. Museum excursions help connect the academic themes with broader historical context.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Attend the welcome session and learn the campus expectations.

    2. 2

      Explore global political challenges in lectures, seminars, workshops and experiential activities.

    3. 3

      Join scheduled academic museum excursions.

    4. 4

      Research a given topic and develop a structured response to an assignment brief.

    5. 5

      Work with fellow students to produce a group presentation.

    6. 6

      Complete assignments and meet attendance requirements for completion recognition.

    International Relations Summer School dates and deadlines

    Programme dates

    12-16 July 2027

    Upcoming

    Applications open

    9 November 2026

    King’s summer school application cycle.

    Upcoming

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Be 16 or 17 throughout the course.

    • Meet age requirements throughout any residential stay.

    • Be starting or enrolled in high school’s final three years.

    • Have English at CEFR B2 or an accepted equivalent.

    • Provide official confirmation of recent high school grades.

    • Submit a personal statement.

    • Obtain parent or guardian permission and complete their application sections.

    How much does International Relations Summer School cost?

    Program fee

    £3,295 — Standard 2027 non-residential price for one course.

    Funding or discounts

    • Residential package: £4,095 — One course with accommodation, breakfast and dinner.
    • Early-booking prices: £3,195; £3,995 — Non-residential and residential, respectively, if applied by 29 January 2027.
    • Application fee: £65 — Payable with the application and non-refundable.

    What's included

    Academic tuition and course materials., Campus Wi-Fi and access to libraries, classrooms and catering facilities., Academic and extracurricular activities., Dedicated staff support during the academic day., Participation recognition on course completion., Residential package: accommodation, breakfast and dinner., Residential package: 24-hour staff support and accommodation Wi-Fi., Residential package: social activities, excluding travel.

    How to apply to International Relations Summer School

    1. 1

      Complete your personal details and ask your parent or guardian to complete theirs.

    2. 2

      Select International Relations Session 2 and choose the residential package if wanted.

    3. 3

      Upload recent academic grades, English-language evidence and your personal statement.

    4. 4

      Enter your current or most recent school details.

    5. 5

      Pay the £65 application fee and add the payment reference.

    6. 6

      Ask your parent or guardian to complete the final section, then review and submit.

    7. 7

      If offered a place, pay the course fee and complete the signed parental-consent requirements.

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    What does International Relations Summer School cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    International organizations

    Examine the role and power of international organizations in responding to global issues.

    Security and peacebuilding

    Explore international security and peacebuilding as core international relations topics.

    Emerging economies

    Study emerging economies within the course’s examination of global political challenges.

    Foreign and defense policies

    Examine foreign and defense policies through first-year undergraduate-style learning.

    Cold War history

    Explore Cold War history alongside museum excursions that deepen historical understanding.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on International Relations Summer School?

    A typical day during the program.

    Academic timetable

    On-campus teaching combines lectures, seminars, workshops and experiential activities.

    Academic day support

    A dedicated staff member provides support and supervision during the academic day.

    Example evening activities

    The example timetable shows Monday-Wednesday 6:15-9:00 p.m., Thursday 6:15-9:30 p.m., and Friday 5:45-9:00 p.m.

    Who teaches on International Relations Summer School?

    The course lists Maísa Edwards, Lecturer in Foreign Policy and Grand Strategy Education in the Department of War Studies, and lecturer Christoffer Guldberg. Teaching draws on research and combines several university-style learning activities.

    King’s may replace named teaching staff when necessary.

    Where do students stay on International Relations Summer School?

    Residential plan

    • Single en-suite rooms: Stamford Street Apartments provides single rooms with showers, linen and towels in dedicated pre-university blocks and floors.
    • Breakfast and dinner: The residential package includes breakfast and dinner; students should budget for other meals.
    • Residential staff support: Dedicated staff provide 24-hour support, and check-in takes place on the Sunday before the course.
    • Campus and social access: The package includes campus facilities, accommodation Wi-Fi and social activities, excluding travel.

    Non-residential plan

    • Day-student option: Students can book tuition without the residential package and receive academic-day staff support.
    • Extracurricular participation: Non-residential students can join the extracurricular activities, with attendance checks for activities they sign up to attend.
    • Campus facilities: Tuition includes campus Wi-Fi and use of libraries, classrooms and catering facilities.

    Students have scheduled independent time, and King’s expects mature behavior in a mainly adult university environment.

    What happens after International Relations Summer School?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Experience learning activities typical of a first-year International Relations degree.

    Build knowledge of core international relations topics.

    Produce a structured response based on independent research.

    Create a presentation collaboratively with fellow students.

    Earn completion recognition by meeting assignment and attendance requirements.

    The course does not award university credit.

    Where does International Relations Summer School take place?

    King’s central London setting places the course near Westminster and centers of power and policymaking. Residential students stay at Stamford Street Apartments, while the academic experience includes museum excursions such as visits to the British Museum and Imperial War Museums.

    Students arrange their own airport transfer to their housing.

    International Relations Summer School FAQs

    Topics include international security and peacebuilding, emerging economies, foreign and defense policies, Cold War history, and the role of international organizations in responding to global issues.

    Teaching combines seminars, lectures, workshops and experiential activities. The course also describes museum excursions that help connect academic topics with historical and cultural context.

    The learning outcomes include independent research leading to a structured response to an assignment brief, plus a presentation produced collaboratively in a diverse group.

    Teaching and assessment are entirely in English, and applicants need CEFR B2 or an accepted equivalent. Two years at a high school teaching all subjects in English can be accepted as proof.

    Residential students stay at Stamford Street Apartments in single en-suite rooms with showers. Linen and towels are provided, and rooms are in blocks and floors dedicated to the pre-university summer school.

    Breakfast and dinner are included. Students should budget separately for other meals and personal spending.

    Dedicated Summer Assistants support students, including during scheduled activities, and residential students have 24-hour staff support. Scheduled independent time and time in bedrooms have different supervision arrangements.

    The course is not for credit. King’s describes participation recognition and a Certificate of Completion linked to successful assignments and attendance requirements.

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    • Student Experience | Summer Programmes | King’s College London
    • Information for applicants | Summer Programmes | King’s College London
    • Summer at King's | Summer Programmes | King’s College London
    • Pre-University Summer School | Summer Programmes | King’s College London
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    • Summer Programmes Student Code of Conduct
    • Summer and Winter Programmes Terms and Conditions 2027
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