Artificial Intelligence & Computer Science
2-15 August
2026
£6,499
OSP Experience Fee
100
Exceptional Global Scholars
14–18
Ambitious Scholars
Join OSP's Artificial Intelligence Summer
School in Oxford
You start with your first lines of Python. Nine days later you’ve built an AI model that can recognise an image or hold a conversation, and you can explain exactly how it learned to do it.
OSP Summer School
Duration
14 Days
Ages
14 - 18
Cohort
100 global scholars
Award
NCFE Level 3 - 8 UCAS pts
Location
Oxford, United Kingdom
OSP Summer School
Build a strong grounding in international relations, diplomacy, and global affairs, then read major challenges through political, economic, and cultural lenses.
- Build a strong foundation in programming, algorithms, and core computer science.
- Design, train, and evaluate real AI models, from machine learning to neural networks and NLP.
- Develop problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills while exploring careers in technology and AI.
- Prepare through introductory readings and guided setup of your coding environment.
- Learn core concepts in tutor-led sessions, then write working code in hands-on labs.
- Apply your learning by building a team AI project from a problem and dataset through to a working model.
- Study in an academically rigorous summer programme alongside ambitious students from around the world.
- Learn from expert tutors while building real AI systems through coding, experimentation, and collaboration.
- Strengthen your university profile, experience campus life, and build an international network of future leaders.
Fourteen days. Thinking globally. Leading confidently.
Study in an academically rigorous summer programme alongside ambitious students from around the world. Learn from expert tutors, build and train an AI model of your own from scratch, and leave with a stronger university profile and an international network of future leaders.
Start from first principles
Build real fluency in Python, algorithms, data structures, and object-oriented programming.
Train real models
Move from machine learning to neural networks, computer vision, and natural language processing, building working models at each step.
Build something that works
Take a project from a problem and dataset to a deployed, functioning AI model, and reckon honestly with the ethics around it.
Your two weeks,
day by day.
Each morning introduces the concepts; each afternoon you turn them into working code, stacking skills until you can build and train a model of your own.
Computer Science Foundations
Algorithms and data structures, and your first steps in Python.
Python Programming
Data types, variables, loops, and solving real algorithm challenges.
Object-Oriented Programming
Classes, objects, and structured problem-solving through a build.
Data Analysis with Python
Cleaning, exploring, and visualising real-world datasets.
Networking & Web Development
How the internet works, and building a simple app with Flask.
AI & Machine Learning
Supervised and unsupervised learning, and your first trained model.
Neural Networks & Computer Vision
Deep learning with Keras and image processing with OpenCV.
Natural Language Processing & AI Ethics
Building a chatbot, and confronting bias, fairness, and privacy.
AI in Action & Final Presentations
Real-world applications, then your team presents what it built.
“The whole programme builds to one morning. Everything you practised gets tested in front of an audience.”
Theory into practice
Collaborate with peers to build something real. Think logically, experiment freely, and apply everything the course gives you.
Group AI Project
Your team chooses a problem and a dataset, then builds, trains, and evaluates a working AI model, from research question through to results and real-world applications.
Individual Report
Document your own contribution to the project: the decisions you made, the challenges you hit, the solutions you found, and what you learned about building AI
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
Software Engineering & Development
Building the applications, systems, and platforms the world runs on.
Machine Learning & AI Research
Designing the models and methods at the frontier of the field.
Data Science & Analytics
Turning raw data into insight that drives real decisions.
Tech Entrepreneurship & Product
Founding, building, and shipping products powered by technology.
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
Post-Doctoral Researcher in Neuroimaging at the Wellcome Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging, University of Oxford
Dr. Waqas Kamal
Research Fellow at University of Oxford
DPhil in Engineering Science
Dr. Nick Dickinson
Bingham Fellow in Constitutional Studies, University of Oxford
Juliana Choi
DPhil Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics
University of Oxford
Dr. Daryna Dvornichenko
British Academy Researcher At Risk and Visiting Research Fellow at Department of Politics and International Relations, University of Oxford
Abbey Palmer
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 Artificial Intelligence & Computer Science Summer School at OSP?
The Oxford Artificial Intelligence & Computer Science Summer School at OSP is a two-week immersive course designed for high school students aged 14–18 interested in coding, computer science, and AI. Scholars learn Python, algorithms, and data structures, then build real machine learning, computer vision, and natural language processing models through hands-on projects.
Can high school students study AI and Computer Science at Oxford?
Yes. The pre-university AI and computer science course at OSP gives high school students the chance to learn programming and build real AI models in a university setting. The summer school offers an introduction to the subject, practical coding experience, and a real understanding of how modern AI works.
Do I need prior coding experience to attend?
No prior coding experience is required. The course starts with the fundamentals of Python and builds up step by step, so complete beginners and students with some experience can both take part and progress. The curriculum equips all Scholars with the tools they need to build a working AI model by the end.
What is the AI project?
Scholars work in small teams to build a real AI model. They choose a problem and a dataset, prepare the data, train and evaluate the model, and present their results — mirroring how AI is actually developed, from research question through to real-world application.
Who can attend the Oxford AI & Computer Science Summer School at OSP?
It is open to students aged 14–18 who are curious about technology, coding, and artificial intelligence. Whether you are considering computer science, AI, data science, engineering, or a related field, this programme provides a comprehensive introduction to programming and AI.
How can the Oxford AI & Computer Science Summer School at OSP help with university applications?
The course strengthens applications by demonstrating genuine commitment to studying computer science or AI. It provides practical experience in programming, model-building, and AI 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.
How can the Oxford AI & Computer Science Summer School at OSP benefit my future career?
The course builds skills in programming, problem-solving, data analysis, and AI development — among the most in-demand skills across technology, research, and business. By building and presenting a real AI model, Scholars gain practical experience that supports a wide range of future career paths.
How do I apply for the Oxford AI & Computer Science 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 AI & Computer Science 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.
