2025 Cambridge International Academic Camp

(for STEAM subjects)

**STEAM courses refer to interdisciplinary programs that integrate Science, Technology, Engineering, Art/Humanities, and Mathematics.

Basic Info｜STEAM Academic Camp｜Programme Highlights｜Programme Schedule｜Curriculum｜Institutions to Visit｜Beyond the Classroom｜Admission Info

Summer 2025,

Embark on a journey to elevate your STEAM competencies...

Basic Info

Accommodation
College Student Accommodation in the University of Cambridge (up to final registration)

Expected Camp Date
30th June – 11th July

Capacity
Over 20 students

Target Students
High School Students

Location
Cambridge, UK

The Antiquity of Cambridge

About Cambridge

Established in 1209, a world-leading institution ranked 2nd in the 2023 QS University Rankings. Comprised of 31 colleges, each with its unique history and culture.    Newton, Darwin, Rutherford, Maxwell, Turing, Wittgenstein, Bacon, Russell, Hawking, Watson, Byron...121 Nobel Prize winners make the name of the University of Cambridge shine like a pearl-encrusted seashell in the ocean of human knowledge.

Cambridge Today

Located just an hour's drive from the world's financial center London, Cambridge boasts world-class high-tech and pharmaceutical industries. Cambridge's high-tech industry, known as Silicon Fen, generates one-third of the output of America's Silicon Valley. Many renowned high-tech companies have a presence in Cambridge, including ARM, Microsoft, and Huawei. AstraZeneca, one of the world's top 10 pharmaceutical companies, has relocated its headquarters to Cambridge. The University of Cambridge's affiliated hospital is one of the largest in Europe.

Academic Camp for STEAM Courses

The world of technology is evolving rapidly, bringing unprecedented transformative impacts to industries like education, healthcare, energy, and finance. Some scholars even suggest that the future competition among nations will increasingly reflect a contest of technological prowess. As the future of our nation, it is crucial for our youth to develop scientific awareness, cultivate scientific thinking, and keep pace with societal advancements from an early age.

This study program is tailored and developed specifically for domestic schools. It complements the school's existing educational system, jointly nurturing a new generation of elite talent for our nation. Through an immersive Cambridge learning environment and systematically designed curriculum, we aim to help students from China experience world-class university resources, broaden their scientific perspectives and thinking, enhance interdisciplinary competencies, and discover their interests and potential.

Programme Highlights

(1) Gain Insights into Cutting-Edge Technology Trends and Developments

Topic coverage includes cutting-edge technologies like large language models, lithium battery technology, brain-computer interfaces, quantum mechanics, bioinformatics, and quantitative finance across multiple application domains. Gain in-depth understanding of application characteristics, development status, and future trends, acquiring a global perspective on technological advancements.

(4) Enhance English Language Interest and Proficiency

Immerse in authentic English instruction and living experiences, igniting students' enthusiasm for using English and profoundly appreciating its importance as a linguistic tool for broadening personal horizons. Identify areas for improvement in individual English proficiency and develop targeted learning plans.

(2) Experience the Unique Teaching Style of a Prestigious University

Up-close exposure to renowned Cambridge professors and doctoral scholars: Under the guidance of esteemed mentors, experience the quintessential "encouragement-based education" approach, engage with various interactive classroom models, actively explore diverse disciplines, and discover personal academic interests and aspirations.

(5) Authentic British Study Experience

Immerse in the British educational culture and mindset through Cambridge courses, fostering confidence in English communication. Learn about British history and appreciate its cultural heritage. Explore iconic London landmarks, the British Museum, Oxford, and other historical sites.

(3) Comprehensive Learning with Guidance from High-Achieving Students

Accompany Cambridge students throughout the program, listening to their application secrets, learning experiences, and life stories. In the process of seeking advice from these high achievers, absorb their exemplary qualities and establish a clear direction for personal development.

Curriculum

科学

Science

技术

Technology

工程

Engineering

人文

Arts

  • This course will take you through the time-space tunnels of the microscopic world, exploring the captivating realms of quantum mechanics. You'll not only witness the mystifying behaviors of particles but also become entangled in the quantum state of mind.

  • This course dissects the biological and informatics principles underlying this disruptive technology, the current scientific progress at its core, and explores potential applications across various business scenarios.

  • With advantages like high energy density and long cycle life, lithium batteries have become a key driving force behind the new energy revolution. This course will delve into the working principles, developmental history, and future trends of lithium batteries, helping students understand this monumental era of energy transition.

  • Through this course, we will retrace the evolutionary path of AI, from its initial theoretical foundations to the emergence of large models today. We will discuss the current progress and prospects of different AI disciplines, appreciating the remarkable pace and potential directions of technological advancement.

  • This course will teach you to observe everything around you through the eyes of a sociologist: from personal lives to group behaviors, from organizational operations to institutional changes, there is always room for sociological explanations.

  • From the Renaissance to contemporary art, each period encapsulates the spiritual pursuits of artists. This course will explore different artistic movements across periods, followed by an analysis of quintessential works, enhancing our aesthetic appreciation.

数学

Math

  • Biodata analytics has made precision medicine an increasingly attainable reality. This course will unveil how bioinformatics leverages massive datasets and advanced algorithms to facilitate the development of personalized diagnostic and treatment plans, driving a transformative shift in healthcare paradigms.

  • Quantitative finance injects new vitality into investment decisions through data analysis. This course will explore how to leverage advanced technologies such as big data and artificial intelligence to optimize asset allocation and maximize investment returns.

Curriculum

（*For reference only）

Daily Timeline Reference

  • Morning

    8:30-9:30

    Breakfast

    9:30-11:30

    STEAM courses

  • Afternoon

    12:00-13:45

    Lunch Break

    14:00-15:30

    Visiting research institutes, labs, observatories etc; museums and galleries

    15:30-17:30

    Botanic Garden and Bowling

  • Evening

    18:00-19:00

    Dinner

    19:00-21:30

    Activities

    21:30-22:00

    Bedtime

List of Visiting Institutes

  • Isaac Newton Institute for Mathematical Sciences

    This is an international research institute of the University of Cambridge, now established as the UK's national mathematics research institute, with research activities spanning various branches of mathematics. Since its inception, 27 Fields Medal winners, 9 Nobel Prize laureates, 23 Wolf Prize recipients, and 12 Abel Prize awardees have participated in the institute's programs.

  • Institute of Astronomy, University of Cambridge (IoA)

    Established in 1823, it is one of the oldest and most renowned observatories in the UK. It serves as a major research institute of the University of Cambridge as well as an internationally renowned center for astronomical observation and research.

  • The Cavendish Laboratory

    Founded by James Clerk Maxwell, the father of electromagnetism, in 1871. As the first socialized and professionalized scientific laboratory in modern history, it has given birth to numerous important scientific achievements that have influenced human progress. It is also known as the "Cradle of Nobel Prizes," having produced 31 Nobel laureates since the establishment of the Nobel Prize, making an immense contribution to the advancement of science.

Classrooms

Extracurricular Activities

Eat

Western Dishes, Picnic, BBQ, Chinese restaurant, Formal dinner

Accommodation

College Student Accomodation

Tour

Cambridge sightseeing

An authentic Cambridge learning experience...

  • Xu Zhimo Memorial Stone

  • Newton's Apple Tree

  • Bridge of Sighs

  • King's Chapel

Extracurricular Activities

Dining with students from the University of Cambridge

  • Museum visiting

  • London and Oxford Visiting

  • Formal dinner: Harry Porter style

  • Punting

  • Watch Shakespeare Play

  • Evensong or Concert

  • English Afternoon Tea

  • ……

Admissions Information

Summer Camp Duration：Late July to early August (approximately two weeks);

Summer Camp Location：University of Cambridge

Camper Age Range：…

Number of Participants：participants

Summer Camp Fee：

Application Deadline：April xx (please apply early to secure your spot)

*Specific course arrangements and itineraries are subject to change based on instructor availability, flight schedules, weather conditions, and temporary openings/closures of activity venues, without reducing the quality of the program.

Fees Include:                        

✔ Transportation：Inland transportation costs within the UK for all organized program activities.

✔ Course Fees: Registration fees, course fees related to studies, and necessary materials.

✔ Living Expenses: Accommodation and meals during the overseas program.

✔ Activity Fees: Costs for sightseeing and tourist attractions listed in the itinerary, etc. 

✔ Insurance: Personal accident insurance during the stay in the UK.

 

Fees Exclude:                         

*Passport and visa fees

*International round-trip airfare and domestic transportation costs

*Students' personal additional expenses

*£200 deposit: Students are required to pay a £200 deposit upon arrival, refundable at the end of the program. If any school property is damaged during the program, the cost will be deducted from this deposit.

Refund Policy:

*For students who cannot attend the summer camp due to visa rejection, a full refund will be provided if proof of visa refusal from the UK visa office is submitted at least 4 weeks before the start of the summer camp. Otherwise, costs already incurred for the summer camp, such as accommodation deposits, will be deducted, and the remaining amount will be refunded.

*For students who cannot attend the summer camp for personal reasons, no refund of tuition fees will be provided.