Eton College Universities Summer School

A 10 night residential summer school at Eton College for Year 12 students in the maintained sector to help prepare for entrance to Russell Group universities.

Aims

The Eton College Universities Summer School started in 1981 and was established to encourage students from the maintained sector to apply for top universities. Now in its 29th year, around 120 students (80 Female and 40 Male) come to Eton for the course which is designed to give the students a taste of what life at university is like.

Background

The Summer School was the brainchild of former Head Master Eric Anderson. It is a 10 night long residential course provided directly by Eton.

Subjects offered include: Maths; Maths with Physics; Maths with Chemistry; Physics with Chemistry; Biology with Chemistry; English; History; French; Geography; Classics; Religion; Philosophy and Economics and Politics.

In addition, the students attend the General Course which consists of lectures and tutorials on a range of philosophical issues and non mainstream subjects such as Law and History of Art. The students also participate in recreational activities ranging from drama, music and sport. There are a range of study trips designed to enhance the academic offering.

Resources

Eton masters stay on for the Summer School and the school's facilities are used to provide this residential course.

The course is heavily subsidised by the College and further assistance is available for up to 30 students who are unable to meet the fee.

Impact

The vast majority of Summer School students apply for Russell Group universities and mostly with success.

Frequency

An annual event.