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    Technology Work Experience
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    Technology Work Experience

    by Study Mind

    A hands-on computer science career camp combining coding, AI, cybersecurity, web development, industry mentoring and university application support.

    Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens

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    Technology Work Experience at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Years 10-13; subject interest

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 15-18

    Location / Region

    London, United Kingdom

    Cost

    £1,799; £2,999; £3,999

    Duration

    1-3 weeks

    Format

    In-person

    Next session

    28 June-2 July 2027

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    Class size: Maximum 12 students
    Accommodation: Optional UCL residential package
    Meals: Lunch; full board residential
    Certificate / Outcome: Certificate of Completion
    Latest verified cycle: 2027
    Sessions / cadence: 30 hours weekly, Monday-Friday
    Tutors / faculty: Technology professionals and educators

    Technology Work Experience summary

    This is a practical computer science career camp built around coding, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, website development and technology-industry exploration.

    Students work through workshops, simulations, collaborative challenges and project tasks while receiving guidance from technology professionals and university-admissions specialists.

    It is best suited to students who want to test their interest in technology careers and build concrete projects they can discuss in applications.

    What is Technology Work Experience?

    Technology Work Experience is Study Mind’s computer science and technology summer career camp, combining academic instruction with practical coding and industry-focused activities. Students explore programming, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, web development, data science and computational problem-solving.

    The experience uses workshops, projects and simulations to show how technology professionals approach real problems. It also includes career exploration, networking and structured guidance for personal statements, interviews and university planning.

    Why Succeed highlights Technology Work Experience

    • The curriculum combines programming fundamentals with current fields including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and data science.

    • Hands-on projects create tangible material students can reflect on in portfolios, CVs and university applications.

    • Small groups provide access to individual guidance from experienced technology professionals and educators.

    • The program combines technical learning with career insight, professional networking and university-application support.

    • Optional residential accommodation adds supervised London campus life, meals and organized activities.

    Who is Technology Work Experience for?

    Best for

    Students exploring computer science or technology degrees who want guided practical experience, career insight and portfolio-ready projects.

    Not ideal if

    You want an unstructured employer placement or cannot commit to full weekday attendance and active group project work.

    Is Technology Work Experience worth it?

    It can be worthwhile for a student who wants to sample several technology fields through structured practical work. The combination of coding, industry contact, project outputs and application guidance gives students useful material for deciding on future study and explaining their interests.

    The main limitation is the substantial fee, particularly with residential accommodation, and the experience is a taught career camp rather than an independent employer placement. Its value therefore depends on whether the student will engage with the projects and reflect thoughtfully on what they learned.

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    Cost and what is included

    £1,799; £2,999; £3,999; includes 30 hours of subject-specific teaching per week, Hands-on career simulations and practical workshops, Program materials, equipment and resources, Industry experience and professional networking, On-site safeguarding and pastoral care, Graduation ceremony and certificate, Lunch during program days, Full board, activities and supervision with residential packages.

    Accommodation

    Optional UCL residential package

    Meals

    Lunch; full board residential

    Supervision or safety information

    Residential students stay in single rooms at UCL Ramsay Hall with shared bathrooms, meals, supervision, security and organized evening activities.

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    1-3 weeks; London, United Kingdom.

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    How much preparation does Technology Work Experience need?

    Effort level

    Moderate to high during the camp.

    Best started

    Begin planning four to eight weeks before your chosen intake, allowing longer for travel, accommodation or visa arrangements.

    Main challenge

    Moving between unfamiliar coding topics while contributing to collaborative work.

    Typical preparation

    • Review basic programming concepts such as variables, loops and functions.

    • Prepare a laptop, notepad and water bottle; request a loan device in advance if needed.

    • List two technology careers or topics you want to ask mentors about.

    • Plan travel and residential arrangements well before the program starts.

    Useful if

    You are willing to ask questions, test ideas and reflect on career fit.

    What do students do on Technology Work Experience?

    Students move from core computer science ideas into hands-on programming, development and security activities, then connect their work to technology careers and university applications.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Learn algorithmic thinking, data structures and core computer science concepts.

    2. 2

      Practice programming through coding challenges and game-development activities.

    3. 3

      Explore artificial intelligence, machine learning and data-driven technology.

    4. 4

      Design websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript and user-experience principles.

    5. 5

      Take part in cybersecurity, ethical-hacking and digital-safety simulations.

    6. 6

      Complete individual and collaborative technology projects with tutor feedback.

    7. 7

      Meet technology professionals and discuss career routes and industry practice.

    8. 8

      Build personal-statement, interview and university-application material.

    Technology Work Experience dates and deadlines

    Intake 1 – 1 week

    28 June-2 July 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 1 – 2 weeks

    28 June-9 July 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 1 – 3 weeks

    28 June-16 July 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 2 – 1 week

    5-9 July 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 2 – 2 weeks

    5-16 July 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 2 – 3 weeks

    5-23 July 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 3 – 1 week

    12-16 July 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 3 – 2 weeks

    12-23 July 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 3 – 3 weeks

    12-30 July 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 4 – 1 week

    19-23 July 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 4 – 2 weeks

    19-30 July 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 4 – 3 weeks

    19 July-6 August 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 5 – 1 week

    26-30 July 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 5 – 2 weeks

    26 July-6 August 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 5 – 3 weeks

    26 July-13 August 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 6 – 1 week

    2-6 August 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 6 – 2 weeks

    2-13 August 2027

    Upcoming

    Intake 7 – 1 week

    9-13 August 2027

    Upcoming

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Students in Years 10-13

    • Ages 15-18

    • Genuine interest in computer science or technology

    • Parent or carer consent

    • Able to attend an advertised week

    • English at CEFR B1 or equivalent

    • No prior coding experience required

    • International students welcome

    How much does Technology Work Experience cost?

    Program fee

    £1,799-£3,999 — Camp-only total varies by duration.

    Funding or discounts

    • Residential package: £2,999-£7,499 — Total including camp and accommodation.
    • Bursaries: Full, 75% or 50% — For qualifying disadvantaged students; accommodation excluded.
    • Deposit: £500 — Non-refundable and deducted from the balance.

    What's included

    30 hours of subject-specific teaching per week, Hands-on career simulations and practical workshops, Program materials, equipment and resources, Industry experience and professional networking, On-site safeguarding and pastoral care, Graduation ceremony and certificate, Lunch during program days, Full board, activities and supervision with residential packages

    How to apply to Technology Work Experience

    1. 1

      Open the official online booking form.

    2. 2

      Choose the one-, two- or three-week camp package.

    3. 3

      Select an available 2027 intake and any additional week.

    4. 4

      Choose camp-only or residential attendance and optional add-ons.

    5. 5

      Enter the student and parent or guardian details.

    6. 6

      Pay in full or place the £500 deposit to confirm the booking.

    7. 7

      Review the confirmation email and preparation materials.

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    What does Technology Work Experience cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Programming and algorithms

    Practice Python, JavaScript, debugging, data structures and computational thinking.

    Artificial intelligence

    Explore how machine-learning models are built, trained and applied.

    Web development

    Build responsive websites while learning front-end and user-experience principles.

    Cybersecurity

    Use simulations to examine ethical hacking, networks and digital protection.

    Careers and applications

    Connect technical work to career pathways, UCAS writing and interviews.

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

    What is a typical day on Technology Work Experience?

    A typical day during the program.

    Teaching day

    Weekday workshops, coding activities, projects and career sessions.

    Monday Tuesday

    Algorithms, game development, group coding and artificial intelligence.

    Wednesday Thursday

    Website development, data structures, reflection and technology careers.

    Friday

    UCAS guidance, career pathways, graduation and residential checkout.

    Who teaches on Technology Work Experience?

    The camp is led by experienced technology professionals and educators, including software engineers, developers, full-stack designers and specialist advisers. Small groups give students opportunities for one-to-one guidance and direct discussion with mentors and guest professionals.

    Named staff include a qualified computer science teacher with a first-class degree and an accredited UCAS adviser.

    Where do students stay on Technology Work Experience?

    Residential plan

    • UCL Ramsay Hall: Students stay in a central London university residence near Oxford Street.
    • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and water are included.
    • Supervision: Trained staff and university security provide 24/7 support.
    • Activities: Evening socials are included, with weekend activities for longer stays.

    Non-residential plan

    • Day attendance: Students attend daytime teaching and receive lunch without overnight housing.

    Residential rooms are single occupancy with shared bathrooms; an ensuite upgrade may be available for an additional fee.

    What happens after Technology Work Experience?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Add completed technology projects to a personal portfolio.

    Use project reflections in personal statements and university interviews.

    Receive a Certificate of Completion when attendance requirements are met.

    Explore degree routes in computer science, software engineering, AI and cybersecurity.

    Continue using post-program UCAS and personal-statement support.

    The provider does not guarantee any university-admission, academic, employment or career outcome.

    Where does Technology Work Experience take place?

    The camp takes place in central London, with residential students based at UCL Ramsay Hall near Oxford Street. The program combines teaching venues with London activities and, where scheduled, industry or educational visits.

    Exact venues and visits are indicative and may change.

    Technology Work Experience FAQs

    No. Beginners learn fundamentals such as variables, loops, functions and basic algorithms, while experienced students can tackle more advanced development, AI and cybersecurity challenges.

    Activities include Python, JavaScript, HTML and CSS alongside algorithms, debugging and computational thinking.

    Students complete practical technology projects, including individual and collaborative work that can support a portfolio, CV or university application.

    The teaching team includes technology professionals and experienced educators, with input from developers, cybersecurity specialists, AI professionals and university-application advisers.

    Yes. International students are welcome, and travel, accommodation, settling-in and language support are available. Families must arrange their own visa advice through the appropriate embassy.

    Residential students stay in single rooms at UCL Ramsay Hall with shared bathrooms, meals, supervision, security and organized evening activities.

    Bring a notepad, pen, water bottle and a suitable device for computer science activities. A laptop can be provided if requested by email before the program starts.

    A formal Certificate of Completion requires attendance at at least 90% of scheduled program hours.

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    Sources and verification

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    • Residential Policy - Study Mind
    • Summer Career Camps - Terms and Conditions - Study Mind
    • Study Mind Work Experience | Career Programmes 2026
    • Camps form - Study Mind
    • Contact Us - Medic Mind
    • Private Candidate A-Levels: How to Book and Succeed - Study Mind
    • A-Level Chemistry Book - Study Mind
    • A-Level Biology Book - Study Mind
    • Top Universities to Apply for with Your GCSE Grades - Study Mind
    • Computer Science Summer Career Camp: Hands-on Experience in the Technology Field

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