About
The University of Warwick is delighted to be delivering our Summer School 2023 at our main University of Warwick campus in the heart of England.
The University of Warwick is a world leading Russell Group University widely recognised as a world leader in research and education ranked 6th in the UK (The Guardian 2022 League Table). The 2022 QS World Rankings also recently ranked The University of Warwick 19th in Europe, and 64th in the world. Our exciting Summer School enables students to benefit from excellent teaching and academic expertise.
Three weeks with Warwick was the best summer I have ever had. I met my best friend there and still keep a close connection with people from all over the world.
Xianhe Zhang, China
WSS allowed me to broaden my academic perspective. I recommend the program to anyone who wants to stimulate their academic curiosity.
Michael Seitz, USA
Thank you for an amazing time during the three weeks at Warwick. I could not have found a better way to spend my summer this year!
Ferwa Shahid, Pakistan
You have fun, you study and learn, and you leave here feeling a lot more grown up.
Maria Campos, Portugal
Renowned academics
Students are able to debate and discuss issues with academics from top Warwick Departments and Schools. We also attract top guest speakers and offer interactive sessions with eminent public figures. Nobel Prize winner George Akerlof, the former Cabinet Secretary and Head of the UK Civil Service Lord Gus O Donnell and eminent economist Lord Robert Skidelsky have all spoken in previous years.
Guest Lectures
Courses suitable for all levels
The range of courses on offer at the Summer School means that whether you are looking to boost your core knowledge or aiming to broaden your academic skill set and study something a bit more specialised, we have a course that is right for you. Our range of courses attract undergraduate and postgraduate students and working professionals, which facilitates stimulating class discussion and insightful learning.
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Opportunity to visit the capital
With a history stretching back over thousands of years, England's capital London is full of world-class tourist attractions, cultural and historic landmarks, top restaurants, beautiful open spaces and brilliant shopping as well as being one of the most diverse and exciting cities in the world. Our Summer School offers an optional day trip to London including tickets for the London Eye and river cruise.
Social and Cultural Programme
Top ten
The University of Warwick is top ranked in all major UK league tables including being ranked 6th in The Guardian 2022. We have 20 subjects in the top ten (including Economics, Computer Science, Business and Management Studies, Politics and Accounting and Finance) in the The Complete University Guide 2022.
The 2023 QS ranking places the University of Warwick 10th in the UK, 19th in Europe, and 64th in the world.
Engaging and memorable
Our social and cultural programme includes many engaging events to ensure that your experience is memorable and fun. Every year at the Warwick Summer School, an international network of like-minded people generates many new lifelong friendships. You will also debate, learn and share insights with eminent economists and public figures during our guest lecture series which is included in the programme.
The WSS Experience
International focus
Warwick attracts students from all over the world ensuring our Summer School has a wide international focus. Over the years we have welcomed students to our Summer School from over 62 different countries.
It has been 7 days since I left and it feels like the Summer School was a dream with marvellous people and activities
Satisfaction
Over 99% of previous Warwick Summer School students would recommend our programme.
I had an unforgettable and wonderful experience. I love the UK and University of Warwick, and I want to go back to Warwick in the future as a graduate student.
Exciting social and evening programme
Reflecting Warwick’s enterprising approach, our Summer School also offers a unique programme of social, cultural and evening events. Much of the programme offered is included in the tuition fee, showcases the local area and allows students to socialise and take a break from studying.
Social and Evening Programme
Heart of England location
The campus is based close to Coventry and England's second city, Birmingham as well as being just an hours train journey to London. We are also lucky to be in the heart of Warwickshire, close to Shakespeare's birthplace Stratford Upon Avon, Warwick Castle, the Cotswolds and Leamington Spa.
Academically rigorous
The University of Warwick has been recognised as the best university in the UK for teaching quality by The Good University Guide, the internationally respected British university rankings guide published by The Sunday Times.
We were also recognised as runner up University of the Year.
Warwick is also one of the UK's top graduate employers (High Fliers Research 2022).
Value for money
Our Summer School offers excellent value for money with a range of social activities, events and guest lectures included in the tuition fee including welcome and farewell events and our ever popular Curry and Karaoke night. We also offer additional day trips at extra cost, including a trip to the capital city.
The lecturers were really friendly and helped you out if you needed anything and the course covered a wide range of topics.
Extraordinary campus
You will live at Warwick's extraordinary self contained and world-class campus with access to all its amazing facilities including teaching and learning spaces, a 24-hour library, Arts centre and cinema, brand new sports and wellness hub including a pool, restaurants and cafes and many green spaces including lakes, woodland and open fields.
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