Architecture & Design (Oxford)

Architecture & Design (Oxford) summer course in Oxford, by Oxford Royale.

Architecture & Design (Oxford)

Course Summary

The Architecture and Design Summer School at Oxford Royale allows students to bring their design ideas to life at one of the richest artistic and architectural locations in the world. They will apply the core principles of architecture, including planning, design and spatial mapping, as they fast track their future to becoming a world-class architect. Students will also apply their learning in the “City of the Future” design challenge, where they will collaborate on a design team and propose and present architectural solutions for the urban city of 2050.

As part of the Summer School, students immerse themselves in the buildings, colleges, art collections and museums in Oxford, observing ‘case studies’ which illustrate the development of art and architecture in Europe between the Roman and Norman Conquests, to the architecture of the University in the 20th and 21st centuries. They will produce a range of architectural drawings and build their professional portfolio as they practice technical drawing and model construction in both manual and digital formats.

Course Highlights

  • Explore Oxford’s iconic architecture through walking tours
  • Develop technical and observational drawing skills
  • Learn model-making and digital storytelling
  • Study architectural history from Classical to Postmodern
  • Complete a personal portfolio through a real-world design challenge.

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What's included

Accommodation in actual colleges of the University of OxfordBreakfast & Dinner in historic dining hallOpportunities to explore Oxford and this historic university with new friendsAll class materials including custom Student GuideExtracurriculars, excursions and graduation celebrationFinal personal report and graduation certificate

Academics & Extracurriculars

Students develop technical and creative skills in architecture through hands-on design work, walking tours, and theory lessons. While building a personal portfolio, they also enjoy the full Oxford Royale experience enriching excursions, cultural exploration, and the opportunity to study and connect with peers in the inspiring academic setting of Oxford.

Upcoming Start Dates

Date: 5th July 2026
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Date: 19th July 2026
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Date: 2 August 2026
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£6,995
12-18
5th July - 15th August 2026

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FAQ's

Oxford Royale Frequently Asked Questions
Are airport transfers provided?
Oxford Royale provides airport transfers for all of our campuses at an additional price. You can book now through a member of our sales team, or find out more here: https://www.oxford-royale.com/transfer-service
Is course insurance provided?
Students are responsible for ensuring they are comprehensively insured for their course. You can find out more here: https://www.oxford-royale.com/about/useful-information/insurance
What supervision is provided?
Students will be supervised at all times on campus, with a Programme Director leading a team of qualified and carefully selected teachers, junior deans and counsellors. Student safety is our number one priority, and you can find out more here: https://www.oxford-royale.com/student-welfare
How many hours of tuition are provided?
In the UK students will receive 20 hours of teaching per week, and outside of classes will enjoy a number of enrichment activities. In the USA, our students will have up to 17.5 of teaching hours per week, alongside extracurricular enrichment activities.
What visa do I need and how do I get it?
You can go online and check your visa requirements by visiting the useful Check if you need a UK visa tool from the UK government. Students from European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) countries do not currently require a visa to enter the UK to attend our academic or English language courses. We recommend that students keep checking this page - https://www.gov.uk/guidance/visiting-the-uk-as-an-eu-eea-or-swiss-citizen - for further information and updates. Oxford Royale Academy recommends that registered students who require a visa to enter the UK apply for a Standard Visitor visa (details here), which authorises students to attend a short course of study (including English language programmes) in the UK. Students attending our Summer Schools in the USA may be able to enter the United States on the Visa Waiver programme. You can find out whether you qualify for this by using the online Visa Wizard on the US Travel website – select the ‘study or exchange’, then ‘recreational program’ options. You will not require a student visa, but a standard visitor visa.
Where will I be staying / what is the accommodation like?
Our students will be staying in actual university accommodation. Most of our accommodation sites offer a mix of single and twin bedrooms. Some campuses have en-suite bedrooms while others have bathroom facilities shared between a small group of same-sex students. In some campuses, students have the option to pay our ‘En-suite Reservation Fee’, which entitles students to an en-suite room should one be available at their campus. Contact our Admissions Team for more information. Sharing your room with fellow students is a great way of getting to know people and making friends. You can also request to share a room with someone you know studying the same course as you, though this is not guaranteed and must be done in advance of the course.
Will I get a certificate?
Our students will receive their Oxford Royale graduation certificate at the end of their course, and will also receive a full, personal report on their academic achievement.

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