Session 1 — 2026
6-17 July 2026
School leaver pathway reference session.
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Undergraduate Summer School - School Leaver Pathway (Age 18)
King’s school leaver pathway offers undergraduate-level subject exploration through lectures, seminars and workshops alongside university students, with non-credit assessment and a completion certificate.
Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
University offer holders or applicants
Age range / Year group
Ages 18+
Location / Region
London, United Kingdom
Cost
£2,550
Duration
2 weeks
Format
In-person
Applications open
9 November 2026 · 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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Language: English; C1 required
Accommodation: Optional single en-suite residence
Certificate / Outcome: Certificate of Completion
Campus experience: Study alongside undergraduate students
Academic credit: Not for credit
Teaching commitment: Monday–Friday; at least 45 contact hours
Independent study: 3–5 hours per module
Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway summary
The school leaver pathway lets students try undergraduate modules through research-informed lectures, seminars and workshops alongside university students.
Auditing involves active discussion and optional individual assessments with indicative grades. The outcome is a Certificate of Completion rather than academic credit or an official transcript.
It suits students who want to test a subject and experience university learning while taking responsibility for their own participation and daily routine.
What is Undergraduate Summer School - School Leaver Pathway (Age 18)?
The Undergraduate Summer School - School Leaver Pathway (Age 18) is King’s College London’s route into undergraduate summer modules for school leavers. Students join research-informed lectures, seminars and workshops alongside international undergraduate students, exploring subjects such as law, business, artificial intelligence, literature and psychology.
Participants study in an auditing capacity: they attend classes, contribute to discussions and can complete individual assessments for indicative grades. The pathway awards a Certificate of Completion, without academic credit or an official transcript. Its support model follows undergraduate student arrangements.
Why Succeed highlights Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway
Studying alongside undergraduate students gives a direct view of university classroom expectations.
Research-informed seminars, workshops and lectures offer several ways to engage with a subject.
Indicative assessment grades provide a way to test understanding without seeking transferable credit.
The module list spans distinct disciplines, helping students explore academic interests before degree study.
Who is Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway for?
Best for
Students who want to test undergraduate subject learning and feel comfortable contributing to discussions alongside university students.
Not ideal if
You need transferable credit, an official academic transcript or the supervision model of a summer school for younger students.
Is Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway worth it?
This pathway can be worthwhile when your main aim is to experience undergraduate teaching and test your interest in a subject. Studying alongside university students and taking indicative assessments gives you concrete experiences to reflect on afterward.
Its value depends on how actively you participate, rather than the certificate alone. The main limitation is that auditing does not produce academic credit or an official transcript, and the adult support model requires personal independence.
A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
£2,550; includes Academic tuition for the chosen course., Course materials, including applicable laboratory supplies and protective equipment., On-campus Wi-Fi., Use of libraries, classrooms and campus facilities., Certificate of Completion., Extracurricular activities, excluding travel..
Accommodation
Optional single en-suite residence
Supervision or safety information
Students receive the same level of support as King’s undergraduate students, rather than the support provided to younger summer school students. Summer school staff can help if issues arise.
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
2 weeks; London, United Kingdom.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway need?
Effort level
High for a short subject-exploration program.
Best started
Begin several weeks before the announced summer-school application opening to organize university-status and English evidence.
Main challenge
Contributing confidently to undergraduate discussions while managing independent study.
Typical preparation
Compare the pathway’s module choices with your academic interests.
Gather English proficiency evidence and clarify the university-status documents needed for your circumstances.
Plan accommodation, meal and local transport costs before committing.
Allow time for any required immigration arrangements before travel.
Useful if
You want to test your readiness for university-level learning.
What do students do on Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway?
You join undergraduate modules as an auditing student, attending teaching and contributing to discussions alongside university students. Individual assessments can give you an indicative grade without earning academic credit.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Choose one or two undergraduate modules from the school leaver pathway’s options.
- 2
Attend research-informed lectures, seminars and workshops.
- 3
Contribute to discussions and complete independent study.
- 4
Complete individual assessments for an indicative grade if you choose.
- 5
Take group assessments only when grouped with students in the same track.
- 6
Receive a Certificate of Completion.
Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway 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
Session 2 — 2026
20-31 July 2026
School leaver pathway reference session.
Applications open
9 November 2026
School-wide opening for the 2027 summer school; pathway arrangements are separate.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Session 1 — 2026 | 6-17 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Session 2 — 2026 | 20-31 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Applications open | 9 November 2026 | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
High school or secondary school student.
Aged 18 or older when the program starts.
Have a university offer or be applying to university.
English proficiency at C1 level.
How much does Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway cost?
Program fee
£2,550
Funding or discounts
- Application fee: £65 — Payable when applying; non-refundable.
What's included
Academic tuition for the chosen course., Course materials, including applicable laboratory supplies and protective equipment., On-campus Wi-Fi., Use of libraries, classrooms and campus facilities., Certificate of Completion., Extracurricular activities, excluding travel.
How to apply to Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway
- 1
Email summer@kcl.ac.uk to express interest in the School Leaver Pathway.
- 2
Confirm your module choice and the university-status evidence required for your circumstances.
- 3
Follow the undergraduate application guidance to enter your personal details and choose any residential package.
- 4
Provide the required statement, academic evidence and English proficiency evidence.
- 5
Pay the application fee, add its reference and submit your application.
- 6
After a successful assessment, pay the tuition fee to confirm your place.
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What does Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Critical International Law
Explore international law through an undergraduate module in the pathway’s first session.
Business & Management
Study business and management through an undergraduate module in the pathway’s second session.
Foundations of Artificial Intelligence
Explore the foundations of artificial intelligence through undergraduate teaching.
Shakespeare in London
Explore Shakespeare through an undergraduate module offered in the pathway’s second session.
Psychology: The Mind and Body
Study psychology through the pathway’s module on the mind and body.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway?
A typical day during the program.
Academic teaching
Expect 4–5 campus hours daily, usually 09:00–13:00 or 14:00–18:00, with at least 45 contact hours over two weeks.
Independent study
Each module requires 3–5 additional hours of independent and asynchronous learning.
Social activities
The Monday–Thursday example includes a welcome reception, walking tour or bowling, cinema or a Globe trip, and comedy or dinner.
Who teaches on Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway?
King’s delivers research-informed teaching through lectures, seminars and workshops, with school leaver students joining undergraduate classes. The university commits to appropriately qualified teaching staff, while individual tutor assignments may change.
Where do students stay on Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway?
Residential plan
- Great Dover Street Apartments: The undergraduate residential package provides single en-suite rooms with showers, linen and towels.
- Residence facilities: Facilities include shared kitchens, Wi-Fi, a gym, study areas and a common room.
- Security and support: Campuses and residences have 24-hour security, while pathway students use the undergraduate support model.
- Meal planning: Students should budget separately for meals and local travel.
Non-residential plan
- Tuition-only study: The undergraduate application process lets students choose whether to book university accommodation.
- Campus food and activities: Campus food outlets are available, and enrolled summer students can join extracurricular activities.
Great Dover Street Apartments has refurbishment scheduled during 2026/27, with potential noise disruption and room moves.
What happens after Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Receive a Certificate of Completion.
Gain indicative grades through individual non-credit assessments.
Explore a subject at undergraduate level.
Develop academic and professional skills.
Experience learning alongside international university students.
The pathway does not award academic credit or an official academic transcript.
Where does Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway take place?
King’s summer teaching is mainly based at Strand and Guy’s campuses in central London, with possible visits to other campuses for particular sessions. Great Dover Street Apartments is about a 10-minute walk from Guy’s Campus and London Bridge station.
Students arrange their own airport transfer to accommodation.
Undergraduate Summer School School Leaver Pathway FAQs
No. School leaver pathway students audit their modules and receive non-credit assessment results.
You attend lectures and seminars, contribute to discussions and can complete individual assessments for an indicative grade. Group assessments are permitted only with students in the same track.
Students receive a Certificate of Completion, but no official academic transcript.
You study alongside international undergraduate students through research-informed seminars, workshops and lectures.
Students receive the same level of support as King’s undergraduate students, rather than the support provided to younger summer school students. Summer school staff can help if issues arise.
The Undergraduate Summer School offers a residential package at Great Dover Street Apartments, with single en-suite rooms, linen and towels. Accommodation is selected separately from the tuition-only option.
The standard two-week undergraduate teaching schedule includes at least 45 contact hours, with 4–5 hours on campus per day. Each module also requires 3–5 hours of independent and asynchronous study across the program.
You must either have received a university offer or be in the process of applying to a university. The pathway also requires C1 English and a minimum starting age of 18.
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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
- Undergraduate Summer School | Summer Programmes | King’s College London
- Summer School, Winter School and Bespoke Programmes Terms and Conditions 2027
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