Medicine & Clinical Skills
For Ambitious Scholars Aged 14–18
2-15 August
2026
£6,499 OSP Experience Fee
100 Exceptional Global Scholars
Skills Gained
Analytical Thinking
Empathy and Active Listening
Resilience, Flexibility and Agility
Technological Literacy
Curiosity and Lifelong Learning
Join OSP's Medicine &
Clinical Skills Summer
School in Oxford
A patient arrives with symptoms that could point five different ways. Over nine days, the case is yours to solve, take the history, order the right investigations, weigh the evidence, and commit to a diagnosis and a plan you can stand behind.
Build a strong understanding of clinical reasoning, diagnosis, treatment, and medical ethics.
Work a real patient case from first symptoms to a justified diagnosis and management plan.
Develop research, analytical, and communication skills while exploring careers in medicine and biomedical science.
Prepare through introductory readings and guided study skills.
Explore core clinical concepts in tutor-led sessions using real-world cases and contemporary medicine.
Apply learning through a running patient casefile, a clinical simulation lab, and a final report and presentation.
Study in an academically rigorous summer programme alongside ambitious students from around the world.
Learn from expert tutors while working real clinical problems through reasoning, simulation, and research.
Strengthen your university profile, experience campus life, and build an international network of future leaders.
Learn to reason like a doctor
Study in an academically rigorous summer programme alongside ambitious students from around the world. Learn from expert tutors, carry a real patient case from first symptoms to final plan, and leave with a stronger university profile and an international network of future leaders.
Think like a clinician
Learn how doctors reason: building differential diagnoses, interpreting investigations, and keeping patient safety at the centre.
Work a real case
Carry one patient casefile across the fortnight, from presenting symptoms through to a safe, ethical management plan.
Medicine at the frontier
Explore genetics and CRISPR, drug discovery, and the promise and limits of AI in modern healthcare.
Your two weeks,
day by day.
Mornings build the clinical thinking. Afternoons put it straight to work on your patient casefile, so one case deepens day by day, from first symptoms to a plan you can defend.
How Doctors Think
Clinical reasoning, diagnosis, and why patient safety comes first.
History-Taking & Communication
Drawing out the story behind the symptoms, with empathy and precision.
Vitals, Examination & Investigations
Turning signs and test results into clinical decisions.
Emergency Medicine, Trauma & Life Support
Acute care, the ABCDE approach, and thinking fast as a team.
Treatment, Ethics & AI
Building a plan, weighing the ethics, and knowing where AI stops.
Genetics & Precision Medicine
Inheritance, mutations, and the reach of CRISPR.
Drug Discovery & Gene-Based Therapies
How treatments are made, and why so many fail.
Medical Research, Trials & AI in Science
From lab to patient, and why AlphaFold changed the field.
Scientific Communication & Presentation
Presenting your case clearly and holding up under questions.
“The whole programme builds to one morning. Everything you practised gets tested in front of an audience.”
Theory into practice
Collaborate with peers to work a real clinical problem. Reason carefully, decide ethically, and apply everything the course gives you.
Clinical Simulation Lab
Step into a simulated emergency scenario. Work in defined clinical roles, make rapid decisions under pressure, and refine your management through a structured debrief and feedback.
Patient Casefile & Report
You are handed a patient case and carry it across the programme, from symptoms to differentials to a safe, ethical plan. Write it up as a structured medical-scientific report and present your reasoning to an audience.
Top Up With Career Exploration
At OSP, we transform ambition into action and potential into purpose. We bridge academic excellence with personal growth, cultivating ethical leaders who go on to shape the world tomorrow with clarity, confidence, and integrity
A first step toward
a serious path
Clinical Medicine & Surgery
Hospital, general practice, and specialist careers caring for patients directly.
Research & Biomedical Science
Laboratory and translational science that turns discovery into treatment.
Genetics & Precision Medicine
Gene-based therapies and tailored treatment built on a patient’s biology.
Global & Public Health
Policy, prevention, and care delivered across populations and borders.
Taught by academics & practitioners
Our Scholars are mentored by an outstanding team of accomplished professionals who bring real-world expertise, insight, and a passion for teaching. Their mentorship inspires curiosity, critical thinking, and confidence, creating a truly transformative Pre-College Summer Program experience. Meet some of the distinguished educators leading this journey below.
Dr. Cristiana Tisca
AI & Programming
Post-Doctoral Researcher in Neuroimaging at the Wellcome Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging, University of Oxford
Dr. Waqas Kamal
Engineering
Research Fellow at University of Oxford
DPhil in Engineering Science
Dr. Nick Dickinson
Politics
Bingham Fellow in Constitutional Studies, University of Oxford
Juliana Choi
Medicine
DPhil Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics
University of Oxford
Dr. Daryna Dvornichenko
Law
British Academy Researcher At Risk and Visiting Research Fellow at Department of Politics and International Relations, University of Oxford
Abbey Palmer
English
MSc in Applied Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition, University of Oxford
Oxford is the stage, not the point
Each summer a select group from around the world comes together in Oxford to learn, grow, and find out who they could become.
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Places in the 2026 Oxford cohort are limited to 100 scholars. Apply now, or request the full brochure with dates, fees, and the day-by-day plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Oxford Medicine & Clinical Skills Summer School at OSP?
The Oxford Medicine & Clinical Skills Summer School at OSP is a two-week immersive course designed for high school students aged 14–18 interested in medicine and the science behind it. Scholars take part in interactive lectures, real patient cases, a clinical simulation lab, and a research project, exploring clinical reasoning, diagnosis, treatment, ethics, genetics, and AI in healthcare.
Can high school students study Medicine at Oxford?
Yes. The pre-university medicine course at OSP gives high school students the chance to experience clinical thinking in a university setting. The summer school offers an introduction to the subject, hands-on case work, and a real understanding of how doctors reason and make decisions.
What is the patient casefile project?
Scholars work in small teams to carry a single patient case across the programme. They identify symptoms, build differential diagnoses, plan investigations, design a management plan, and present their reasoning — mirroring how clinicians actually work through a case from start to finish.
Who can attend the Oxford Medicine & Clinical Skills Summer School at OSP?
It is open to students aged 14–18 who are curious about medicine, the human body, and healthcare. Whether you are considering medicine, biomedical science, genetics, or a related field, this programme provides a comprehensive introduction to clinical reasoning and medical science.
How can the Oxford Medicine & Clinical Skills Summer School at OSP help with university applications?
The course strengthens applications by demonstrating genuine commitment to studying medicine. It provides practical experience in clinical reasoning, research, and medical ethics, showcasing intellectual curiosity and readiness for university-level study. Scholars also receive letters of recommendation from Oxford tutors, adding academic credibility to their applications.
Do I need prior knowledge of medicine to attend?
No prior knowledge is required. The summer school is designed for Scholars with varying levels of experience, from complete beginners to those with a strong interest in the field. The curriculum builds foundational knowledge and equips all Scholars with the tools they need to succeed.
How can the Oxford Medicine & Clinical Skills Summer School at OSP benefit my future career?
The course builds skills in clinical reasoning, communication, research, and ethical decision-making — all highly valued across medicine, healthcare, and biomedical science. By working a real case and presenting clinical findings, Scholars gain practical experience that supports a wide range of future career paths.
How do I apply for the Oxford Medicine & Clinical Skills Summer School at OSP?
To apply, visit the application page and complete the online application form. Submit all required documents, including academic transcripts and a personal statement. After reviewing applications, successful candidates will be notified with further details about their acceptance.
What is the cost of attending the Oxford Medicine & Clinical Skills Summer School at OSP?
The total cost includes tuition, accommodation, meals, and all excursions and activities. Scholarships and financial aid options are available to support students from diverse financial backgrounds. Please check our fee page for detailed pricing information and funding options.
