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Science and Technology: Sustainable Futures
by Summer Boarding Courses (SBC)
An in-person environmental science course combining sustainability, global policy and academic English through discussion, projects and presentations.
Last verified: 18 Sept 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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Science and Technology at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Applications open
Eligibility
B1+ English
Age range / Year group
Ages 13-17
Location / Region
Folkestone, United Kingdom
Cost
£3,095 day; £4,095 residential
Duration
2 weeks
Format
In-person
Environmental ScienceScienceTechnology
Class size: Maximum 12
Accommodation: Residential or day
Meals: Full board or day meals
Outcome: Certificate and tutor reference
Academic hours: 20 hours per week
Accreditation: British Council accredited
Science and Technology summary
Sustainable Futures combines environmental science with questions about how governments and organizations manage pollution, environmental health and sustainability.
Lessons integrate academic English with lectures, reading, discussion, essay writing and presentation preparation.
It suits students who want a structured residential or day summer-school experience that develops both subject understanding and academic communication.
What is Science and Technology: Sustainable Futures?
Science and Technology: Sustainable Futures is an environmental studies course delivered by Summer Boarding Courses at Earlscliffe. It examines environmental management, industrial contamination and the roles of states and organizations in responding to environmental challenges.
Students learn through lectures, reading, speaking exercises, writing and presentation preparation. The academic content is paired with English-language development, collaborative projects and the wider activities of an international summer-school campus.
Why Succeed highlights Science and Technology
The course connects environmental science with policy, organizations and practical environmental management.
Academic English is developed through subject study rather than separated from it.
A maximum class size of 12 supports discussion, presentations and collaborative project work.
Families can choose residential or day attendance while keeping the same academic program.
Students receive a completion certificate and a personalized tutor reference letter.
Who is Science and Technology for?
Best for
Students interested in environmental science who also want to strengthen academic English, critical thinking and presentation skills.
Not ideal if
You want laboratory-intensive science, a fully independent research project or a program taught without an English-language-development focus.
Is Science and Technology worth it?
This course is a strong fit for students who want environmental subject knowledge alongside academic communication practice. Small classes, substantial weekly teaching and a structured campus experience give it more depth than a general activity camp.
The main limitation is cost, especially for residential attendance and international travel. The curriculum also emphasizes broad environmental issues and academic English, so students seeking advanced laboratory work or a specialized research credential may prefer a narrower science program.
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Cost and what is included
£3,095 day; £4,095 residential; includes Tuition and course materials, Residential accommodation and all meals, when selected, Lunch and evening meal for day students, Sports, social activities and standard excursions, Wi-Fi and student insurance, Certificate and academic progress report, Weekly laundry for residential students.
Accommodation
Residential or day
Meals
Full board or day meals
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
2 weeks; Folkestone, United Kingdom.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Science and Technology need?
Effort level
Moderate to high academic engagement.
Best started
Begin planning two to three months before your preferred session, allowing longer for visas and international travel.
Main challenge
Discussing complex environmental issues confidently in English.
Typical preparation
Review current environmental news and identify one issue you want to discuss.
Practice explaining evidence and opinions in spoken English.
Refresh basic essay structure and presentation skills.
Complete travel and visa planning well before the session start.
Useful if
You can already study and communicate at B1+ English level.
What do students do on Science and Technology?
Students investigate environmental challenges while developing the English and academic skills needed to analyze evidence, discuss ideas and present conclusions.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Study the causes, complications and possible solutions to environmental health challenges.
- 2
Examine how states and organizations influence environmental management.
- 3
Follow core lectures and complete linked reading and speaking exercises.
- 4
Prepare essays or presentations that communicate an evidence-based opinion.
- 5
Debate environmental ideas through critical discussion and collaborative projects.
- 6
Join campus activities, excursions and evening events outside class.
Science and Technology dates and deadlines
Date not confirmed
Application deadline
29 June 2026
28 June-12 July 2027
28 June-12 July 2027
12-26 July 2027
12-26 July 2027
26 July-9 August 2027
26 July-9 August 2027
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Applications | Rolling admissions | Local | Date not confirmed | |
Application deadline | 29 June 2026 | Local | Past | |
28 June-12 July 2027 | 28 June-12 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
12-26 July 2027 | 12-26 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
26 July-9 August 2027 | 26 July-9 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming |
Eligibility and requirements
Students aged 13-17
Intermediate English level, B1+ or above
Parent or legal guardian completes the booking
Students must remain under 18 during the course
How much does Science and Technology cost?
Two-week course
£3,095 day; £4,095 residential — Earlscliffe subject-course prices.
Funding or discounts
- Deposit: £700 — Paid to secure a confirmed place.
- Early booking discount: 15% — For eligible new families booking a 2027 residential course by 31 October 2026.
What's included
Tuition and course materials, Residential accommodation and all meals, when selected, Lunch and evening meal for day students, Sports, social activities and standard excursions, Wi-Fi and student insurance, Certificate and academic progress report, Weekly laundry for residential students
How to apply to Science and Technology
- 1
A parent or legal guardian completes the official SBC booking form.
- 2
Select Earlscliffe, the preferred course and session dates.
- 3
Provide the required parent, student and contact information.
- 4
An Admissions Manager contacts the family to confirm outstanding details.
- 5
Wait for written booking confirmation before arranging travel.
- 6
Pay the £700 deposit within the stated payment window to secure the place.
- 7
Complete requested medical, transfer and visa documentation by the applicable dates.
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What does Science and Technology cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Environmental management
Examine how states and organizations influence environmental decisions and responses.
Environmental health challenges
Analyze the causes, complications and potential solutions surrounding environmental harm.
Academic communication
Practice analytical reading, essay writing and structured presentation preparation.
Critical discussion
Develop and defend opinions through speaking exercises, debate and collaborative projects.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Science and Technology?
A typical day during the program.
Academic study
Lectures, reading, speaking, writing, presentations and collaborative project work.
Afternoons
Sports, creative workshops, beach activities and local exploration vary by day.
Evenings
Activities can include bowling, karaoke, games, talent events and house nights.
Excursions
Destinations vary, with every student taking part in a London excursion.
Who teaches on Science and Technology?
Teachers have relevant experience in the subjects they lead and use SBC's in-house syllabus for topic-based lessons. The wider SBC tutor pool includes qualified teachers, university lecturers, experienced tutors and postgraduate subject specialists.
Earlscliffe lists a maximum of 12 students per class.
Where do students stay on Science and Technology?
Residential plan
- Boarding houses: Girls and boys live in separate, supervised student accommodations.
- Meals: Full board includes meals served in the campus dining room.
- Pastoral care: Residential, activity and welfare staff provide 24-hour support.
Non-residential plan
- Day attendance: Students follow the same academic and activity program from 09:00 to 21:30.
- Day meals: Lunch and the evening meal are included for day students.
Residential rooms are mostly twin en-suite, with a limited number of single and triple en-suite rooms.
What happens after Science and Technology?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Use the completion certificate as evidence of structured summer study.
Add the personalized tutor reference to future education planning.
Develop essay-writing and presentation skills for further study.
Build environmental-science knowledge for later school or university choices.
Reflect on the academic progress report to identify next learning goals.
The course develops preparation and evidence of engagement; it does not state that academic credit is awarded.
Where does Science and Technology take place?
Earlscliffe is an independent boarding school in Folkestone, Kent, within walking distance of the beach, the Leas promenade and the town center. Folkestone has a high-speed rail link to London St Pancras, and the campus is described as 54 minutes from London.
Supervised transfers are offered for Heathrow and Gatwick during specified arrival and departure windows.
Science and Technology FAQs
Students explore environmental science, environmental management and the roles of states and organizations in addressing environmental damage. Lessons also develop academic English and critical thinking.
Lessons combine a core lecture with reading, speaking, writing or presentation preparation. Discussion and collaborative project work help students apply and communicate their ideas.
No. Families can choose residential or day attendance, and both options follow the same academic program and activities.
The residential fee includes tuition, accommodation, all meals, course materials, activities, standard excursions, insurance, Wi-Fi and weekly laundry.
Most rooms are twin en-suite, with a smaller number of single and triple en-suite rooms. Boys and girls stay in separate supervised accommodations.
Activity Leaders, Welfare Managers and residential staff support students. Staff are available 24 hours a day for pastoral care.
Students receive a completion certificate and a personalized reference letter from their tutor. The wider fee information also lists an academic progress report.
Requirements depend on nationality, and students may need a Standard Visitor Visa or ETA. SBC can provide a visa support letter after receiving the deposit or full payment.
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- TERMS & CONDITIONS - Early Bird Offer | Summer Boarding Courses
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) | Summer Boarding Courses
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