The Young Architect Summer Experience
The Ultimate Work Experience in Architecture in London
The Young Architect Summer Experience
The Ultimate Work Experience in Architecture in London
Overview
We are now over 80% full for this Summer Experience and expect to close registration soon.
Join us for the ultimate work experience for aspiring architects in London this summer, for students aged 15-18.
Over the course of two weeks, students will get to step into the shoes of an architect working in London, through a range of immersive career simulations and exclusive professional site visits. Visit leading architecture firms, design your own sustainable structure and pitch your ideas to a panel of architects in an iconic London venue.
By taking part in this InvestIN programme, students will expand their professional network and experience life at University College London (UCL). Our architecture summer school in London offers students the opportunity to experience their dream career, whilst strengthening their university applications.
Register now for a life-changing experience that will set you up for a future as a successful architect, or contact us to find out more.
- Visit top architecture and urban design firms such as Foster and Partners
- Design your own sustainable structure using the latest architectural software: BIM technology, virtual reality and more
- Complete a series of projects in a studio setting using architectural sketching tools and design techniques, under the guidance of senior architects
- Pitch your final designs to a panel of architects and get feedback on your work
- Exercise your curatorial skills by hosting an exhibition of your work and have leading architects attend a private viewing
- Private networking session with experienced architects from a range of specialisms
- Be coached through the immersive experiences with architects from world-renowned firms specialising in residential, commercial, urban design and more
- Private networking sessions with these professionals, who can become vital connections for your future career
- Receive training on how to land the most desirable jobs in architecture
- Advice on subject choices, university selection, work experience, extra-curricular activities and more
- Attending the Summer Experience demonstrates that you have gained skills which are highly-valued by top universities
- Complete the online assessment after the programme and receive a personalised certificate to include in your university applications
- Personalised industry reference letter from architects confirming what you have achieved on the programme
- Experience one of the best universities on the planet: University College London (UCL).
- Meet talented and ambitious students from around the world who fly in for the Summer Experience, creating an invaluable lifetime network.
⦁ Choose from one of the following options:
1. First Week Only (taster experience); or
2. Two-Week Experience (the full programme); or
3. Two-Week Premium Experience (the ultimate package with both weeks plus enhanced benefits)
Accommodation
You can choose either residential or non-residential. The accommodation is at UCL student halls in central London. We provide residential students with meals, guardianship and fun activities on evenings and weekends. Airport transfers are also available at checkout.
- To date, we have welcomed students onto InvestIN 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 university (UCL), by living in private ensuite rooms at university halls of residence. We can offer everything you need – from airport transfers to meals and a fantastic evening social programme.
- 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.
- For information about visas and language requirements, please see our FAQs page here.
- 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 in student halls of residence before you apply to university in the future.
- Around 50% of our students come from abroad, providing you with a unique opportunity to network with and befriend peers from a range of different backgrounds and cultures.
This Summer Experience is for students aged 15-18 and you do not require any prior knowledge to attend.
The start date is the 29th July. You can choose to attend for either ‘First Week Only’, ‘Two Weeks’ or our ‘Two Week Premium’ package. You can also choose residential or non-residential. Pricing and details are set out below.
Click “Register Now” to book your place. You can either pay in full now or reserve your place with a £950 non-refundable deposit.
London 1 week | London 2-weeks | London Premium | |
Length | First week only | 2-weeks full programme | 2-weeks Premium |
Discover the architectural design process, take a 3D modelling workshop and visit a leading architecture firm. Respond to a design brief and complete a project from start to finish. | |||
For students coming from abroad, enhance your oral and written skills in business-level English | |||
Visit a top urban design firm and design your own sustainable structure. Learn how to ‘digitise’ your designs. Curate an exhibition of your projects and get feedback from top architects. | |||
Private networking session with top architects | |||
Industry reference letter: personalised letter from architects confirming what you’ve achieved on the programme | |||
Graduation ceremony for completion of the full programme | |||
Professional development portfolio: CV-writing masterclass, LinkedIn workshop, professional headshots, personality profiling & psychometric testing | |||
Leadership, teamwork & strategy coaching & team challenge | |||
Gala dinner with professionals on the River Thames | |||
Keynote speeches & networking reception with accomplished industry leaders | |||
Summer Experience fee | £1950 | £2950 | £3950 |
Optional fee for accommodation with meals, guardianship and evening & weekend activities included |
Available for an additional £1290 |
Available for an additional £2795 |
Available for an additional £2795 |
Optional fee for London airport transfers (return) |
Available for an additional £300 |
Available for an additional £300 |
Available for an additional £300 |
In Person
Available dates:
- 29th July 2024
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 who choose accommodation will reside in University of London halls of residence. We occupy 4 different halls close-by to each other (listed below). The vast majority of students will be placed in Garden Halls.
Garden Halls, London, WC1H 9EN
College Hall, London, WC1E 7HZ
International Hall, London, WC1N 1AS
Frances Gardner House, WC1X 0HD
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!
Covid-19
There are no travel restrictions in place in order to enter the UK; you are not required to test or to provide proof of vaccination status, so you can book your programme place with confidence.
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.