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Experience life as a computer scientist with our immersive summer school.

Why Choose Our Computer Science Summer School?

  • Life-changing computer science summer school in London
  • Designed for ages 15-18
  • Learn from industry professionals
  • Use state-of-the art software and programmes
  • Design video games and apps

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Kick-start your Computer Science career

Computer Science Summer Course with Dukes Plus

Aiming for a career as a computer scientist? Look no further than our computer science summer school.

With rigorous coaching from industry experts, you’ll have the chance to tackle everything from app design to robotics, and pick up the skills which will kick-start your career.

Dive into life as a computer scientist on visits to some of London’s leading tech companies, work with state-of-the art programmes and software, and network with professionals in the industry. Plus, with UCAS accreditation on offer, there’s the opportunity to earn UCAS points and boost your application to university.

Discover more about our computer science summer school and book your place today.

 

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Our Computer Science Summer School

Get a taste of a career in computer science with The Young Computer Scientist Summer Experience in London. Designed for students aged 15-18, participants will:

– Take part in a two-day Game Jam to design and build your own platform game
– Programme an obstacle-avoidance robot using Python
– Visit a state-of-the-art motion capture studio in London
– Take part in a 3D modelling masterclass using Blender

You’ll be taught by experienced professionals in the industry and receive career coaching on university choices and ways into the industry. Hosted at the UCL campus in London, you’ll also experience what it’s like to study at one of the world’s top universities.

Book now to launch your career as a computer scientist.

Young Computer Scientist Summer Experience

  • Price
  • Duration
  • Location
  • Ages
  • Start Dates
  • From £2,225
  • 1-2 weeks
  • London
  • 15-18
  • 27th July 2026

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To learn more about the computer science summer school, view the course brochure.

Why Book Our Computer Science Summer School?

Learn from the best. Whether it’s being taught how to create a game by game design professionals or competing in a fintech challenge with feedback from industry pros, you’ll receive the highest quality of teaching and mentorship.

You have the option to gain a UCAS-accredited qualification on completing the computer science summer school. This will provide you with UCAS points to support your application to university.

Our summer school offers a comprehensive grounding in a range of skills, whatever your interest in computer science. From fintech to app design, game development to motion capture, you’ll work with top-of-the-line programmes and gain the abilities needed to forge an impressive career,

Experience life as a computer scientist on a site visit to one of London’s leading tech companies and a state-of-the art motion capture studio. You’ll learn more about the roles available in the industry, discover what day-to-day life is like for computer scientists, and even network with industry professionals.

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“The programme helped me better understand the concepts behind Computer Science, which has in turn helped me in my studies at Cambridge University and by extension my entire career journey.”

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Young Computer Scientist Programme

Our Computer Science Summer School Campus

Learn more about where you’ll be studying on our computer science summer school.

Ages 15-18

University College London

At University College London (UCL), students aged 15-18 discover thrilling career possibilities. All our immersive career experiences take place at UCL, where students can experience living and studying at one of the leading universities in the world. With the thriving professional culture of London on your doorstep and exclusive site visits to some of London’s top firms, it’s the ideal place to launch your career.

  • Price
  • Duration
  • Start Dates
  • From £2,225
  • 1-2 weeks
  • 6, 27 Jul & 17 Aug 2026

FAQs

This programme is tailored for students aged 15-18 who have a keen interest in exploring computer science as a field of university study and as a career.

Students will undertake various projects, including programming educational robots, designing platformer games in a Game Jam, and creating trading applications.

Yes, participants will visit a state-of-the-art Motion Capture studio and engage with top professionals in the field, providing real-world insights into the industry.

The computer science summer school takes place in London and is based on the campus of University College London.

Yes, we can provide accommodation, meals, and guardianship for those students who need it. Please select this option when booking.

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