Are you interested in a future in media and communications? Take part in our 2025 Media Summer School in London, created especially for students aged 15–18.
Across two exciting weeks, you’ll dive into the dynamic world of modern media through hands-on projects and exclusive professional visits.
Step inside a real news studio to present a mock broadcast, design a social media strategy for a public figure, and meet top journalists, publicists, and media strategists. You’ll also have the chance to earn a work experience qualification to strengthen your university application.
Sign up today and take the first step towards a successful career in media and communications.
Aspiring to a future in media, marketing or digital content creation? The Young Media Manager Summer Experience at UCL puts you at the heart of the industry this summer.
Across one or two immersive weeks, you’ll learn from journalists, publicists and content creators while mastering editing, branding, social media strategy and campaign design. You’ll explore live TV studios, create podcasts, analyse trends and uncover how media influences audiences.
Imagine pitching your own media campaign to professionals, receiving tailored career coaching and earning a UCAS-endorsed qualification to power your university applications.
Places are limited: secure your spot now and start your journey towards a future in media.
Develop your storytelling skills through a series of creative writing challenges.
Write and produce your own podcast from concept to final edit.
Analyse social media trends and performance metrics to create a viral digital strategy for a client.
Explore social media branding and learn how to build a successful personal online presence.
Enhance your design and editing skills through expert-led digital content workshops.
Gain a Qualification and UCAS Points
Gain practical media experience to strengthen your university application and demonstrate your commitment to the industry.
Have your work assessed to receive a Level 3 Award in Work Experience and Career Planning, worth 8 UCAS points.
Complete the online assessment after the programme to receive a personalised certificate and industry reference letter.
Meet Senior Media Producers
Learn from media professionals specialising in content creation, PR, journalism, brand strategy and more.
Attend private networking sessions and connect with industry experts who can support your future career.
Career Coaching
Receive personalised feedback on your creative and digital work from experienced media professionals.
Get tailored advice on subject choices, university options, work experience and extra-curricular activities.
Design Your Own Summer Experience
Choose from the following programme formats:
First Week Only (taster experience)
Two-Week Experience (full programme)
Two-Week Premium Experience (both weeks plus enhanced benefits)
Choose to attend as a residential or non-residential student.
Residential students stay in UCL halls in central London, with meals, guardianship and evening/weekend activities included.
Optional airport transfers are available at checkout.
Week 1
Managing a Media Empire
Lead a struggling media company and create a strategy to revive it
Respond to evolving client briefs using professional marketing tools
Present your renewal strategy and receive expert feedback
Creating Viral Campaigns
Produce high-quality visual content for platforms like YouTube and TikTok
Learn how algorithms work and adapt content for different audiences
Create impactful media that maximises engagement across platforms
Write and Produce Your Own Podcast
Step into the role of a podcast producer and learn how to engage audiences
Take part in a technical skills workshop covering production and post-production
Present your live podcast episode to industry experts
Week 2
PR Crisis Management
Handle a fast-moving PR crisis under pressure
See how your decisions affect brand reputation in real time
Receive step-by-step guidance from PR professionals
Entering the Broadcast Studio
Tour a working broadcast studio and explore behind the scenes
Experience the intensity of a live TV environment
Meet journalists, producers and editors to understand the industry
Political Journalism & Tackling Misinformation
Combat misinformation while reporting on a sensitive political story
Learn how to present political news for different audiences
Advise a politician using strategic communication techniques
Build Your Career Strategy
Work under agency-style conditions and present your work competitively
Showcase your portfolio from the programme
Graduate with a certificate ready for your LinkedIn profile
2-Week Premium
Overview
Includes all core programme experiences plus 15 extra hours with professionals
Develop a career-ready portfolio and gain a Level 3 Work Experience Award with UCAS points
Attend a private Gala dinner on the penultimate evening
Highlights
Masterclasses in CV writing, LinkedIn, branding and Oxbridge/Ivy League applications
Psychometric testing and personality profiling to understand your strengths
Take part in a strategy simulation and network at a Gala dinner in London
Dates
27th July 2026
Venues
The programme is based at UCL and the surrounding University of London campus. Certain days take place in other key industry locations in London
Accommodation
Students live on university campus in central London and are allocated to halls of residence used by University of London students, including those from UCL and LSE. We typically occupy a range of halls, including Garden Halls, College Hall, International Hall and Frances Gardner House.
All rooms are single and en-suite.
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