Unlock Your Summer in London: International Summer School at Brunel University!
Unlock Your Summer in London: International Summer School at Brunel University!
Are you ready to broaden your horizons and gain a global perspective in the United Kingdom this summer? The Office of External Affairs (OEA) is excited to announce an incredible opportunity to attend the International Summer School Programmes at Brunel University of London, UK.
From entrepreneurship to health sciences and the arts, these programs are designed to provide students with high-quality academic training and an unforgettable cultural experience in one of the world’s most vibrant cities.
Available Programmes & Fees:
Ideas Factory: £2079
What is Brunel’s Ideas Factory?
Brunel’s Ideas Factory is an immersive summer programme, hosted by Design Factory London in collaboration with the Global Engagement Office. The programme brings together students, faculty members, researchers, and industry professionals from diverse backgrounds, to blend expertise and drive creative thinking. In this summer school, Brunel will welcome an international organisation to present a current challenge of theirs to the group. Guided by interactive sessions with Brunels leading academics, entrepreneuship hub, and industry professionals, you’ll explore a multidisciplinary approach to problem-solving, whilst immersing yourself in hands-on experiences alongside London and international businesses.
An innovative hub for creativity
Design Factory London is a vibrant center known for fostering multidisciplinary collaboration, igniting creativity, and solving real-world problems. With a distinguished track record of partnerships with industry giants like Ford, McDonald’s, and Chelsea FC, Design Factory London specialises in developing a unique approach to education and innovation that goes beyond the norm, enabling businesses to thrive in an ever-evolving world.
Hands-on learning
Experience hands-on, practical learning as you collaborate with industry partners on live projects, gaining invaluable experience in discovering innovative solutions through real-world applications. You’ll be exposed to a diverse range of experiences, developing creativity and problem-solving skills that extend far beyond the classroom.
Cross-cultural exchange and international collaboration
Our immersive programme not only enhances your skills, but also promotes cross-cultural exchange and international collaboration. You’ll embark on an unforgettable journey of growth and discovery, that allows you to unleash your potential in a vibrant atmosphere of innovation and creativity.
Family Business: £2199
What is the Family Business Summer School?
Brunel’s Family Business Summer School is an immersive two-week programme hosted by Brunel University of London and in partnership with Family Business United (FBU). Designed for undergraduate and postgraduate students in preparing to lead or work within family-owned enterprises, this programme blends academic insight with real-world experiences to explore leadership, innovation, sustainability, and intergenerational management in family businesses.
An innovative Hub for Family Business Leadership
Brunel Business School is globally recognised for its research and teaching in family business, entrepreneurship, and innovation. Accredited by AACSB, AMBA, and CIMA, the School ranks among the top 6% of business schools worldwide. Our faculty combines academic excellence with industry experience, ensuring participants gain practical knowledge and strategic insights that matter in today’s evolving business landscape.
Engagement with Family Business
A standout feature of this programme is the opportunity to connect directly with family businesses through exclusive visits and interactive sessions in the London and Southeast region, delivered in partnership with FBU. These experiences immerse learners in the realities of family enterprise, fostering meaningful dialogue with business leaders and providing firsthand insights into diverse sectors and business models.
Cross-cultural Exchange & Off-Site Visits
This summer school brings together students from diverse backgrounds, fostering a vibrant environment for cultural exchange and global networking. Through collaborative projects and mentorship sessions, you’ll build strategic connections within the family business ecosystem and build connections that can lead to future opportunities and entrepreneurial ventures.
Students will also gain exclusive access to Blenheim Palace and Wiston Estate, experiencing first-hand how heritage, leadership, and values are sustained in successful family-run enterprises. Through direct engagement with the families behind these iconomic organisations, learning is brought to life beyond the classroom.
Healthcare and Biosciences: £2079
What is Brunel’s Healthcare and Biosciences Summer School?
Our two-week Healthcare and Biosciences Summer School will provide you with an immersive and pioneering scientific learning experience set in a British University, making use of our state-of-the-art laboratories. During these 2 weeks, you will become proficient in a variety of laboratory-based techniques and will be introduced to a wide-range of bioinformatics tools, and update your knowledge in genetic and cancer research, microbiology, and tissue engineering.
You will also have the opportunity to acquire key employability skills (CV and cover letter writing, using scientific English for writing up a research manuscript) as well as an opportunity to talk to experts from medical schools, industry, health and life sciences for employability opportunities. You’ll gain industry knowledge and partake in sessions which include CV and cover letter writing, understanding and writing scientific English, improve your presentation skills, learn interview techniques, and understand what employers are looking for.
A distinguished faculty
At the heart of our summer school is a team of internationally renowned scientists at Healthcare Sciences and Biosciences, deeply committed to sharing their expertise. Our faculty not only leads in teaching and research, but also maintains strong connections with world-leading healthcare and Biomedical organisations. Our academics have earned national awards for their innovative and personalised approach to education.
Biomedical Sciences at Brunel is ranked 5th in London, number one nationwide for social mobility, and 90% of our students once they graduate, they are in employment or further study. Our academics are internationally renowned scientists in their fields of expertise and are involved in making major advances and breakthroughs in human diseases and syndromes. The Biomedical Sciences team has won an award for Teaching Excellence from the Higher Education Academy in recognition of our innovative, personalised approach to teaching and learning. Moreover, our undergraduate courses are accredited by the Royal Society of Biology in recognition of our academic quality in the UK.
Tailored for international Health and Bioscience students
We offer a unique and immersive experience for international students studying medicine, pre-med, life sciences, biomedical sciences, biological sciences, or related subjects at undergraduate and postgraduate level. The programme blends a mix of development of vital employability skills and hands-on practice, guided by our globally acclaimed academic team.
Network with experts
During the programme, you’ll have the chance to connect and network with experts from medical schools, industry, health, and life sciences. Expand your horizons and open doors to new opportunities by engaging with professionals who can offer valuable insights and guidance for your future career in biosciences.
Arts Therapies & Creative Health: £2079
What is Arts Therapies & Creative Health?
Brunel’s Arts Therapies & Creative Health International Summer School offers an intensive foundation in art psychotherapy, dramatherapy and creative health for international students across the globe. Delivered in partnership with Cairo University and CNWL NHS Foundation Trust, this unique programme combines academic teaching with Cultural site visits, cross-cultural exchange and creative practice. Whether you’re exploring arts therapies as a potential career or seeking to deepen existing knowledge, this programme provides essential grounding in theory, research and professional practice.
Over two immersive weeks, you’ll learn from leading clinicians and academics, visit NHS services where arts therapies change lives and connect with peers across cultures through our unique UK-Cairo partnership. Whether you’re taking your first steps towards a career in arts therapies, preparing for postgraduate study, or bringing fresh perspectives to your current practice, this programme offers the theoretical grounding, clinical insight and creative inspiration to support your goals.
A world-class education
You’ll benefit from a world-class education experience at Brunel, learning from leading academics and clinicians including Professor Dominik Havsteen-Franklin, Professor Ayman Amer (Cairo University), and experienced NHS arts therapists. The programme is led by Brunel’s Arts and Health Subject Area, CNWL NHS Arts Psychotherapies Service and Cairo University Faculty of Arts, collectively drawing on decades of expertise in arts therapies training and research. Our hybrid delivery connects you with peers in Cairo, creating a genuinely international learning community.
Tailored for international arts and humanities students
We’ve designed this programme specifically for visiting students from our Transnational Education Programmes and international students worldwide who are interested in pursuing postgraduate study in arts therapies. Through a blend of academic teaching, experiential workshops, cultural activities and NHS site visits, the programme goes beyond traditional learning, providing you with a truly immersive preparation for MA-level study in Art Psychotherapy or Dramatherapy.
Gain insight into clinical practice
Experience the reality of arts therapies in action through visits to CNWL NHS Foundation Trust services in Central London, major organisations in London collaborations and involvement through shared evaluation of arts and wellbeing programmes, and the CNWL Royal Ballet Project as well as the NHS Arts Therapies Team Development CaRE Project. You’ll meet practising arts therapists, observe service delivery, and understand the HCPC professional standards required for registration in the UK. These insights are invaluable for anyone considering a career in this rewarding field.
Note: The program fee covers accommodation, airport transfers, cultural trips in London and Cambridge, and all meals (excluding a few dinners during trips). Airfare is excluded.
The summer school will run from 19th July to 1st August 2026.
- Arrival & Accommodation Check In – Sunday 19th July 2026.
- First Day of Class – Monday 20th July 2026.
- Departure & Accommodation Check Out – Saturday 1st August 2026.
General Requirements
- Department: Open to Any Department
- CGPA: 3.00 or above
- Credits: Minimum 60 Credits completed
- Verification: Document verification must be completed by the Registrar’s Office.
How to Apply
Application Deadline: May 09, 2026. Don’t wait! Secure your spot by applying online here: forms.gle/SqNG52hLRe2Fhsvi7
For Further Details
If you have any questions regarding the application process or program specifics, please reach out to:
Tasnia Azmeri Madiha Senior Coordination Officer, Office of External Affairs 📧 tasnia.azmeri@northsouth.edu 📞 +880-2-55668200; Ext: 6025
Take the leap this summer—build your network, enhance your skills, and experience life in the heart of the UK!
