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The International Politics Summer Experience

£2,290.00

Start your exploration of global affairs this summer. Discover the art of diplomacy, policymaking, and negotiation as you delve into pressing international issues—ranging from trade agreements to conflict resolution.

Guided by experienced diplomats and political experts, you’ll participate in interactive workshops, simulations of high-stakes negotiations, and lively debates that bring world politics to life. Build valuable communication and leadership skills, learn how to analyse complex global challenges, and gain exclusive insights into university and career pathways.

Whether you aim to become a future policy advisor or simply crave a deeper understanding of the world, this immersive experience will sharpen your critical thinking and prepare you for tomorrow’s global arena.

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Price
£2,290.00
Duration
1-2 Weeks
Location
UCL, London
Ages
15-18
Start Date
19 July 2027
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Programme Information

Immersive Political Experiences

  • Run your own election campaign: write a manifesto, deliver speeches and campaign for votes.
  • Take part in a Model United Nations experience under the guidance of Foreign Office and diplomacy experts: represent a nation in an escalating international conflict.
  • Visit the Houses of Parliament and explore over 1,000 years of political history.
  • Learn advanced techniques for writing and delivering impactful political speeches.
  • Take your place in a crisis simulation as government or opposition and defend or challenge key decisions.

 

Gain a Qualification and UCAS Points

  • Gain practical political experience to boost your university application and demonstrate your passion and commitment to international relations.
  • Have your work assessed to earn 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 Political Leaders

  • Be guided by political experts from the House of Commons, the United Nations, the Foreign Office and leading NGOs.
  • Attend private networking sessions with political professionals who may become valuable future contacts.

 

Career Coaching

  • Receive expert training on how to access competitive careers in politics, diplomacy and international relations.
  • Get advice on subject choices, university applications, work experience and extra-curricular activities.

 

World-Class Universities and World-Class People

  • Experience life at University College London (UCL), one of the world’s top universities.
  • Meet ambitious students from around the globe and form a powerful international network.

 

Design Your Own Summer Experience

  • Choose from the following programme options:
    • First Week Only (taster experience)
    • Two-Week Experience (full programme)
    • Two-Week Enhanced Experience (both weeks plus enhanced benefits)
  • Choose either residential or non-residential attendance.
  • Residential students stay in UCL student halls in central London, with meals, guardianship and evening/weekend activities included.
  • Optional airport transfers are available at checkout.

Week 1

The Model UN Experience

  • Represent a country in an evolving global crisis and negotiate international stability, trade and alliances
  • Learn key elements of diplomacy, development strategy and the UN Security Council process
  • Explore the UN’s famed cluster approach and see how nations work together in times of crisis

Becoming an Elected Official

  • Design and run an election campaign: write a manifesto, deliver speeches and win voter support
  • Learn political strategy, persuasion techniques and message clarity
  • Discover the inside tips and tricks for navigating political speeches

 

Week 2

Politics and the Media

  • Visit a start-of-the-art media studio and create a political news broadcast as a media team
  • Learn how political spin, legal limits and crisis management shape media reporting
  • Receive live feedback from media experts

 

Human Rights and Lobbying

  • Explore lobbying, public influence and how political change is achieved
  • Create your campaign to lobby for an international injustice
  • Present your campaign to a panel of top experts working in international politics

 

Parliamentary Democracy

  • Visit the UK Houses of Parliament and take part in a simulated House of Commons Debate
  • Elect your fellow students into key political roles (Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, and Ministry of Justice)
  • Form a government and opposition and respond to a developing political crisis

 

Graduation & Certification

  • Celebrate your achievements
  • Receive an industry reference letter signed by professionals

 

Immersive Experiences 2-Week Enhanced

Overview

  • Includes all Week 1 and Week 2 experiences plus enhanced benefits

 

Highlights

  • 15 extra hours of contact time with professionals
  • Build a professional development portfolio
  • Attend masterclasses on CVs, LinkedIn, branding and Oxbridge/Ivy League applications
  • Complete psychometric profiling to explore strengths and motivations
  • Compete in an immersive strategy challenge and network at a Gala dinner

Start Dates
19th July 2027

 

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 location
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.

“InvestIN helped me with my university application, such as personal statement tips and how to network for more work experience. The programme gave me the belief that I could pursue a career in politics.”

International Politics Summer Experience

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Programme Comparison: 1-Week vs 2-Week vs Enhanced

Compared to the 1-week programme, the 2-week programme includes twice as many contact hours with professionals, up to three more visits to professional sites, plus the Level 3 Work Experience Qualification (worth 8 UCAS points), and professional development coaching. The Enhanced programme includes 15 more hours with professionals, as well as psychometric testing, a private gala garden party, and job application workshops.

What’s included 1-Week Summer Experience 2-Week Summer Experience 2-Week Enhanced Summer Experience
Hours of contact time with professionals 25 50 65
Hands-on career simulations ✓ ✓ ✓
Programme materials, equipment & resources ✓ ✓ ✓
Programme assessment & digital certificate ✓ ✓ ✓
On-site safeguarding & pastoral care ✓ ✓ ✓
Experience UCL campus ✓ ✓ ✓
Branded InvestIN merchandise ✓ ✓ ✓
Excursions to professional workplaces/venues Up to 2 Up to 5 Up to 5
Assessment centre — ✓ ✓
Graduation ceremony & physical certificate — ✓ ✓
Industry reference letter signed by professionals — ✓ ✓
Level 3 Award in Work Experience & Assessment for UCAS Points — ✓ ✓
Professional development & university admissions coaching — ✓ ✓
Experience LSE campus — — ✓
Psychometric testing & personality profiling — — ✓
CV, LinkedIn & job application workshops — — ✓
Gala garden party & networking event with professionals — — ✓
Price without accommodation £2,290 £3,685 £4,620
Price with accommodation £3,865 £6,995 £7,930

 

Our immersive career experiences are delivered by InvestIN, a provider of life-changing career experiences since 2012.

FAQs

Yes. You can book this course with or without accommodation.

Students who book accommodation 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.

Every student in our halls of residence has a private ensuite bedroom, and receives breakfast and dinner each day, all travel throughout the programme, and access to our fun schedule of evening social activities.

In our accommodation, students have 24/7 access to our safeguarding team, as well as their own dedicated house parent.

Bookings are taken on a first come, first served basis. We do not have an application process, and do not expect any of our students to have any prior knowledge, simply a keen interest in the career area!

We introduce each topic at an introductory level, with guidance from our industry professionals. There are also opportunities to work towards more advanced concepts where students feel comfortable.

Please note that all students must be able to speak English at a level B2 (intermediate).

What are UCAS points?

UCAS points are a numerical measure of UK qualifications used for university admissions. They help universities compare post-16 qualifications such as A-Levels and the International Baccalaureate.

For instance, a grade B at A Level is worth 40 UCAS points, and a grade 4 in a Higher Level subject at IB is worth 32 UCAS points.

How do I earn UCAS points on this course?

If you select a 2-week or 2-week Enhanced programme, you will have the opportunity to gain a Level 3 Work Experience qualification. This qualification is worth 8 UCAS points.

You can learn more here.

In addition to all the teaching and experiences included in the 2-week programme, the 2-week Enhanced programme also includes:

  • An opportunity to experience the London School of Economics (LSE) campus
  • Psychometric testing and personality profiling
  • A private Gala garden party and networking event with professionals
  • CV, LinkedIn, and job application workshops
  • 15 extra hours of contact time with professionals

Simply select your chosen start date, duration, and other add-ons at the top of the page, and click ‘Book Now’. You will be taken to a booking form, where you will need to fill out both the parent’s and student’s details. The process takes just a few minutes.

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