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Key Information

  • Provides an all-inclusive 3-week residential stay
  • ISSOS has a unique Scottish ‘clan’ system introduced to students upon arrival
  • Students select one Academic and one Elective option.
  • Participants engage in adventurous activities, evening events, and cultural excursions.
  • ISSOS welcomes over 80 nationalities every summer
  • Over 40% of students return to ISSOS each summer
  • All teachers at ISSOS are fully qualified and seasoned professionals
  • The camp culminates with highland games and a final night dance
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Dates & Fees

  • Cost: £6,900
  • Duration: 3-weeks
  • Locations: St Andrews, Scotland
  • Dates: June-August
  • Ages: 13-18

Summary

The ISSOS St Andrews Summer School in Scotland offers a unique opportunity for students aged 13 – 18 from around the world to spend three weeks at one of the UK’s top universities. This all-inclusive residential program allows students to choose one academic and one elective option while participating in exciting activities, evening programs, and cultural trips. With a maximum limit of 10% of students from any one nationality, ISSOS ensures a truly international experience, mixing native and non-native English speakers. The program takes place at the University of St Andrews, Scotland’s top university, offering students comfortable and secure accommodation in a beautiful coastal location. It’s a perfect blend of learning, creative enrichment, and adventure in the heart of Scotland.

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Program Features

  • Academic excellence with a choice of diverse subjects
  • Cultural and recreational activities for a balanced experience
  • Historic and prestigious university setting for an inspiring educational journey
  • Focus on global friendship and cultural understanding.

What's Included?

  • Students experience both education and fun during their summer holiday
  • Upon arrival, each student is greeted by a counsellor
  • The first week emphasises acclimation, introducing students to their groups, clans, surroundings, and classes
  • By week two, students have forged friendships, dived into academic and elective courses, participated in evening events, joined Wednesday half-day trips, embarked on Saturday cultural visits, and relished relaxed Sunday mornings
  • By the third week, many students feel at home at ISSOS
  • Students prepare for final events, exhibitions, and even participate in tennis or golf tournaments during the third week
  • Departing students cherish memories of new friendships and anticipate sharing their experiences
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Why Choose this Program?

Why Choose ISSOS?

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Program Campuses

University of St Andrews

Courses

Courses offered as part of this Program.

Youth Leadership


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£6900 / 3 weeks

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Ages For ages 13 to 18

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St Andrews


Develop leadership skills and discover your own potential in our unique leadership programme that will give you a variety of valuable life skills that will be useful in both your academic and your personal life.

Creative Writing


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£6900 / 3 weeks

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Ages For ages 14 to 18

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St Andrews|Yale


Creative Writing at ISSOS is designed to develop students’ writing talents and help them to harness the power in their words as a way to express themselves and tell their own story.

IB Extended Essay


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£6900 / 3 weeks

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St Andrews


Our IB Extended Essay summer school class is designed to offer students the chance to work towards their IB Extended Essay while supported by our highly qualified teachers.

Debate


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£6900 / 3 weeks

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Ages For ages 13 to 18

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Cambridge|St Andrews|Yale


Our Debate programme offers students the opportunity to build valuable transferable skills while developing their confidence, voice, presentation and public speaking skills while learning the fascinating art of Debate.

English Language


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£6900 / 3 weeks

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Ages For ages 13 to 18

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Cambridge|St Andrews|Yale


English Language at ISSOS is designed for students who have English as a second language. Our course caters for students of every ability and for three-weeks immerses them in an English speaking environment.

Study Skills


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£6900 / 3 weeks

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Ages For ages 15 to 18

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Cambridge|St Andrews|Yale


Our Study Skills programme is designed for students going into their final years of high school. It covers advanced study skills that will give them the vital tools they need for success in a variety of challenging curriculums and for future university study.

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