The Young Computer Scientist Summer Experience
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The Young Computer Scientist Summer Experience
Overview
The Young Computer Scientist Summer Experience gives students aged 15-18 a fully-immersive experience of working as a computer scientist in London
Over the course of two weeks, students will have some of the most exclusive experiences of computer science that one can imagine: programme robots, design your own video game and Become a pro using Figma: the industry standard app design tool..
Join us for a life-changing experience that set you up for a future as a successful computer scientist.
- Take part in a 2-day Game Jam to design and create your own platformer
- Using your UI/UX skills, in teams, devise a trading app with a unique selling point
- Programme an educational obstacle avoidance robot using Python
- Understand the complex ethics surrounding robotics and AI
- Undertake a masterclass in web & app design, using the industry standard User UI/UX design tool: Figma
- Be coached through the immersive experiences with entrepreneurial computer scientists, who’ve founded successful firms specialising in front & back-end development, cyber security, tech recruiters and more
- Private networking session with ambitious Fintech, computer science students & professionals, create vital connections for your future career
- Receive training on how to land the most desirable jobs in computer science
- Advice on subject choices, university selection, work experience, extra-curricular activities and mor
- Attending the Experience demonstrates that you have gained key 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 & Linkedin
- Personalised industry reference letter from computer scientists confirming what you have achieved on the programme
- Experience one of the best universities on the planet: University College London (UCL).
- Meet talented, ambitious and likeminded 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.
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 |
Explore UI/UX, build your own video game designs, explore the world of robotics | |||
Take part in a 2-day Game Jam workshop, devise a trading app with a unique selling point, take part in a simulated cyber attack | |||
Private networking session with top computer scientists | |||
Industry reference letter: personalised letter from computer scientists confirming what you’ve achieved on the programme | |||
Graduation ceremony for completion of the full programme | |||
Assessment centre, LinkedIn profile building & CV writing workshops, psychometric profile testing | |||
Training on how to succeed from politicians and Olympic athletes | |||
Gala dinner on a boat with top professionals | |||
Excursions to top London sites and premium activities including a West End theatre show | |||
Summer Experience fee | £1950 | £2950 | £3950 |
Optional fee for accommodation with meals, guardianship and evening & weekend activities included |
Available for an additional £1200 |
Available for an additional £2600 |
Available for an additional £2600 |
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 3 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
Download Digital Brochure - Garden Halls >>
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.