Social and Cultural
It's not all about studying, in fact our Summer School is all about striking the right balance between working hard and playing hard. There are plenty of opportunities for you to socialise, relax and have fun.
Within the WSS programme, and included in the tuition fee, you can enjoy a variety of social events and activities. In addition we have a brilliant selection of additional activities and day-trips to enhance your time with us, they are only charged at cost and are a great opportunity to broaden your experience of British culture. There is also free time in your timetable for you to independently explore the local areas and the UK. Our team will always be on hand to assist you with arrangements or advice you might need.
Before I came to WSS, I just regarded it as a way to enrich my CV to help with my postgraduate degree application. However, what I truly gained was much more than a few words on my resume.
Zhengjie Shen
It has been 7 days since I left and it feels like the Summer School was a dream with marvellous people and activities.
Yang Xuan, China
One of my favourite things about the social programme was that there were so many people from different nationalities and backgrounds.
Pyotr Kurzin, UK
I really enjoyed the trips, I regret not choosing to do all of them!
Zirui Lin, China
Social activities
Included in the programme tuition fee:
Meet and Greet and Induction
Get to know your fellow WSS students at a relaxed welcome barbecue (hopefully outdoors in the lovely grounds at Warwick) and familiarise yourself with the beautiful campus and facilities on our orientation tours.
Welcome Dinner at Warwick
A formal three course sit down dinner and welcome reception. Grab a drink, enjoy some nice food and get to know your fellow summer school students and staff.
Curry, Karaoke and Disco
A great social night featuring a tasty curry, the chance to showcase your singing talents and a disco with our resident DJ.
Pizza and Film Night
Hopefully hosted outdoors at our Warwick Piazza, take a break after your study and watch a film with friends with some delicious pizza. Popcorn also included!
Farewell and Reception
A final celebration with your new WSS friends, which includes a posh drinks reception and canapes with a pianist for entertainment of course!
Additional activities and day-trips
You can sign up for the below trips before you arrive:
London
A visit to England just wouldn't be the same without a visit to the capital city of London. The visit includes coach travel to and from London, and the option to purchase tickets for the London Eye and river cruise.
Oxford Visit
Home to Britain's oldest University, visit the dreaming spires of Oxford for the day and take a historic walking tour that provides a great introduction to the city. Oxford offers a wealth of historic attractions, superb museums and archaeological gems as well as meandering waterways, lush green spaces, eclectic foodie scene and brilliant shops. The visit includes coach travel and the walking tour. Anyone looking to do some luxury designer shopping can head to Bicester Village too. Find out more.
The Cotswolds and Bath
A lovely day out to the beautiful Cotswolds and wellbeing destination Bath, the largest city in Somerset known for and named after its Roman-built baths. The coach trip will start with a stop at Bourton-on-the-water, known as the Venice of the Cotswolds. Following a short stop here, the coach will continue to Bath. Bath’s honey-coloured Georgian architecture is straight from a Jane Austen novel and the compact, visitor-friendly centre is overflowing with places to eat and drink, independent shops and remarkable museums and galleries. Find out more.
Sports Activities/Sports and Wellness Hub
The University of Warwick has excellent sports facilities. During the three weeks you have the opportunity to take part in group sports activities in between your studying. Warwick has a brand new Sports and Wellness Hub which includes a 12 lane 25m swimming pool and 230 station gym!
We hold a number of organised football sessions for you to take a break from studying. Take to the football pitch for some exercise and friendly competition. Open to all levels of skill.
Badminton
Students also have the opportunity to enjoy our rock up and play badminton sessions, which are open to all students at any level.
Sports Centre and Gym Membership
Sports and Wellness Hub access and a full gym/pool membership is included in the accommodation fee for those staying on the Warwick campus. Additional activities may be an additional cost.