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The Career Discovery Summer Experience 

Discover your future this summer 

InvestIN Education
InvestIN Education

The Career Discovery Summer Experience 

Discover your future this summer 

Overview

InvestIN and Summer Boarding Courses have joined forces to deliver an inspiring two-week summer programme designed for curious minds aged 12–14.  

Students will explore a range of competitive and desirable careers, from medical sciences and engineering to finance and technology, through hands-on workshops, real-world simulations and English language learning. Each day, students will have the opportunity to experience life on the historic Dulwich College campus, visit the leading University College London, and explore the top London sites. 

Register now for a life-changing experience that will set you up for your future career, or contact us to find out more.  

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Immersive Career Experiences 
  • 50+ hours of academic content taught by leading professionals from finance, technology, engineering and medical sciences, teaching you all about an industry, the roles within this and the skills needed to help you break into these prestigious and competitive careers  

  • Spend 10+ hours uncovering some of the world’s most competitive industries (medicine, finance, engineering, computer science) and try your hand at some daily tasks these professionals would undertake  

Kick Start Your Future
  • Spend two days on campus at London’s globally renowned University College London (UCL)  

  • Receive a personalised certificate and an industry reference letter signed by a senior professional  

Meet Senior Professionals
  • Be coached through the immersive experiences with professionals from world-renowned companies  

  • Private networking sessions with these professionals, who can become vital connections for your future career 

World Class City & World Class People
  • Immerse yourself in London’s culture with a day trip to central London taking in some of London’s top attractions 

  • A full social programme in the evenings making the most of the Dulwich College Campus 

  • Meet talented and ambitious students from around the world who fly in for the Summer Experience, creating an invaluable lifetime network 

Design Your Own Summer Experience

Attend one of the following programmes, depending on your English language level:  

  • English for Professional Use with Career Discovery (English level B1+) 

  • Career Discovery with Industry Simulations (English level B2+/Native speakers)  

Accommodation

You can choose from single ensuite room, a shared room & bathroom or a non-residential programme. We provide meals, 24-hour safeguarding and vibrant evening social programme for residential students. Airport transfers are also available at checkout

Coming from abroad?
  • To date, we have welcomed students onto InvestIN and SBC programmes from over 100 different countries. They often say that a huge motivation is to meet and befriend students from around the world, whilst taking their English language skills to the next level.  
  • Attending a summer programme is a fantastic way to experience London, one of the world’s most renowned capital cities for academic excellence, global commerce and vibrant culture. You can also select our residential package to truly experience life on-campus at a top UK school (Dulwich College). We can offer everything you need – from airport transfers to meals and a fantastic evening social programme. 
  • For students learning English as a Foreign Language (EFL), attending an InvestIN programme facilitates real-world application of English. Students will be immersed in the language 24/7, whether that’s working in a team, writing a project proposal, presenting to a group, networking with professionals or socialising with peers. Our programmes are delivered and facilitated by native English speakers, whilst a significant number of students will be attending from UK based schools, providing international students with the perfect opportunity to enhance their oral and written skills in a professional and social context. Find out more about the benefits for EFL students in our blog post here.  
Coming from the UK?
  • You can choose to attend our programmes as a day student if you live locally. Otherwise, our residential package will give you a great flavour of life studying at one of the UK's most prestigious schools.  

  • Our courses are attended by students from over 100 countries, providing you with a unique opportunity to network with and befriend peers from a range of different backgrounds and cultures.  

Immersive Experiences Week 1

Medical Sciences Career Discovery

  • Learn CPR on industry standard models
  • Practice suturing on a skin-pad
  • Use state of the art software to respond to a medical emergency 

Engineering Career Discovery

  • Create a civil engineering structure and test this in groups
  • Design your own rocket and test it in groups
  • Understand ballast and create a balanced airplane design

UCL Bloomsbury Visit

  • Practice questions for school, university and job interviews and receive feedback
  • Build your own mini CV and skills profile
  • Begin planning your career pathway and reflect on your first week

Pricing:

Residential single ensuite room: £5,695 | Residential shared room & bathroom: £5,495  

Non-Residential Day Programme: £3,495  

Secure your place with a £950 deposit   

Airport Transfers:

Heathrow and Gatwick for £150 each way  

London St Pancras International for £100 each way  

B1 Language learning pathway B2+ Career immersion pathway Native/Fluent English speakers pathway
Hours of contact time with professionals 50 hours 50 hours 50 hours
Professional English vocabulary masterclasses
Practising conversations for the workplace
Industry masterclasses
Hands-on career simulations
Physical certificate and graduation ceremony
Site visit to UCL Bloomsbury campus
Full day cultural excursion to Central London
Assessment centre with written feedback
Programme Fee £3,495 £3,495 £3,495
Residential Package
Accommodation at Dulwich College's boarding houses
Single ensuite bedroom (Limited availability for an extra charge of £100 per week)
Multi activity programmes each afternoon
Evening activities available on campus
All meals provided at Dulwich College
24/7 safeguarding and pastoral support, including a dedicated activity leader, course leader and centre managers
Programme fee + Residential package £5,495
Guaranteed single en-suite room at Dulwich College £5,695
Airport transfers from London Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport or London St Pancras International £150 each way

Choose a location below:

In Person

Available dates:

  • This summer school has 4 intakes, see below for more details

Venues:

  • Dulwich College, London SE21 7LD

Accommodation location:

  • Residential: 6th–20th July 2026 | 20th July–3rd August 2026  

    Non-Residential: 7th–18th July 2026 | 21st July–1st August 2026  

Please find below some of our most frequently asked questions. If you have any other questions you'll be able to find our full FAQ list here and you are also welcome to reach out to us at info@investin.org and we'll be happy to help!

Who is this programme for?
Students aged 12–14 who want to explore future career pathways while developing their English and academic confidence
What English level do I need?
A minimum of B1 English level. Advanced English speakers will follow the Career Discovery timetable.
What’s included in the residential package? 
Tuition, accommodation, all meals, evening social activities, weekend excursions and 24-hour safeguarding. 
What rooms are available?
Single ensuite and shared rooms are available to book. 
Is there a social programme?
Outside of the academic programme, residential students will be able to enjoy a dynamic and exciting programme of evening activities including quiz nights, board game nights, sports activities, craft activities and more. Students will be given free time within the Dulwich College campus. 
Can I attend as a day student?
Yes, non-residential students attend Monday to Friday and can opt into the London excursion days. 
Are airport transfers available?
Yes, transfers are available from Heathrow, Gatwick, and St Pancras between 8am–6pm on arrival and departure days. 
Will students be supervised?
Yes, students are supervised 24 hours a day, with a maximum 1:15 staff-to-student ratio on campus and 1:10 on excursions. 

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY ABOUT US

Information for international & EFL students

We have a minimum English language requirement of B2 (upper-intermediate, CEFR). For students learning English as a Foreign Language (EFL), attending an InvestIN programme facilitates real-world application of English. Our programmes are delivered and facilitated by native English speakers, whilst over 50% of our students are from the UK and the US, providing international students with the perfect opportunity to enhance their oral and written skills in a professional and social context. Find out more about the benefits for EFL students in our blog post here.

 

Support

If you are trying to register and the registration box is not appearing it is likely because of firewall restrictions on your desktop device.

You may wish to try on your mobile device instead. Alternatively, please email info@investin.org with details of the programme you want to register for. We will reserve your place immediately and send you a link to pay by card online.