Why this Programme?
Learn from University of Bath Academics – Benefit from expert teaching delivered in collaboration with University of Bath faculty and experience university-level engineering.
Experience Life at a Prestigious UK University – Study and live on the University of Bath campus, gaining a real insight into British university life.
Turn Ideas into Real Engineering Projects – Develop practical skills in engineering design, problem-solving, technical drawing and prototyping through hands-on challenges.
Explore Engineering Careers and Future Opportunities – Discover different engineering disciplines, meet industry professionals and gain valuable insights into university courses and career pathways.
Receive a University of Bath Certificate and Reference Letter – Strengthen your academic profile with a University of Bath participation certificate and a personalised reference letter detailing your achievements and performance.
Build Confidence, Independence and International Friendships – Develop essential academic and communication skills while enjoying excursions, social activities and an unforgettable international summer experience.
About the Course
This course introduces students to engineering through a practical, real-world design challenge.
Students explore global challenge areas such as the built environment, energy, transport, water, waste and digital technology before selecting a focus, defining a problem and developing a solution through sketching, design thinking, technical drawing and prototyping.
Delivered in collaboration with University of Bath faculty staff, the programme offers students a valuable introduction to university-level engineering in a respected academic setting.
Rather than focusing on theory alone, students follow a real engineering design process: identifying problems, testing ideas, comparing options, refining solutions and communicating their final design clearly.
By the end of the programme, students will have developed a final engineering concept, a prototype or design model, and the confidence to present their work to engineering professionals.
About the School
Package Includes:
2 Weeks Full Programme Course
Subject Learning, Workshops, Projects, Industry Experiences, Innovation Showcase
Masterclasses (Academic Writing & Academic Reasoning, Seminar Discussion & Speaking Skills,
Lecture Notes & Study Strategies, Research, Evidence & Academic Integrity, Academic Showcase
University Visit
Career Guidance Workshop
Full-Day Excursions
Local Activities
Cultural Immersion
Evening Activities
Accommodation in Modern, private en-suite accommodation
All daily meals, with dietary requirements catered for
Shared dining and common areas
24/7 on-site staff
High staff-to-student ratio
Designated mentor groups for check-ins
Course Directors and Student Experience team throughout
Students receive a University of Bath certificate
Insurance
Supplements:
Airport Transfers - price to be confirmed
Who is the course for:
This Summer Experience is for students aged 14-18 and you do not require any prior knowledge to attend.
The Course is Delivered in collaboration with University of Bath faculty staff
English Level:
Minimum English standard: International students should have at least an Upper Intermediate level of English
Course Start Dates:
4th – 17th July 2027
18th – 31st July 2027
Study at the University of Bath
The course runs on campus at the University of Bath, a top-ranked UK university in a UNESCO World Heritage city.
Students live on campus in modern en-suite university accommodation and experience a focused academic environment designed to support learning, independence and confidence.
The Engineering pathway is delivered in collaboration with University of Bath faculty staff, giving students insight into how engineering is taught and applied within a university environment.
What You'll Study: Course Curriculum
Engineering Foundations
Project Introduction
Global Challenge Areas
Sustainable Development Goals
Design, Drawing & Problem Solving
Sketching and Visual Thinking
Observational Drawing
Technical Drawing
3D Drawing and Design Development
Prototyping, Testing & Final Presentation
Defining the Brief
Developing Solutions
Refining the Design
Prototyping the Solution
Final Engineering Presentation
Innovation Showcase: Engineering Design Challenge
The Engineering Design Challenge is the final showcase of the Engineering, Design & Sustainability course.
Working individually or in teams, students identify a real-world problem and develop an engineering solution linked to a global challenge area.
Their final project may focus on areas such as:
Sustainable cities
Clean energy
Transport systems
Water and sanitation
Waste reduction
Digital solutions
Food systems
Build environment design
Students move through a full design process: defining the brief, generating ideas, comparing options, refining the design, developing a prototype and preparing a professional presentation.
The aim is for students to pitch their final design to practicing engineers during a visit to an engineering firm, where they receive professional feedback and insight from industry experts.
The focus is on clear thinking, practical design, sustainability and the ability to explain how an engineering solution could work in the real world.
The Future: University and Careers
The programme is designed to help students explore future university and career options linked to engineering, design, sustainability and innovation.
Students gain insight into how engineers approach complex problems, communicate technical ideas and design solutions with real-world impact.
Careers linked to this course include:
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Design Engineering
Structural Engineering
Sustainable Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Energy Engineering
Product Design Engineering
Reference Letter and Certificate
To support every student in their application for university or future careers, every student leaves with a reference letter and a certificate,
The Reference Letter includes:
Details on the experiences they had on the programme
Details on their own performance during the programme
The Certificate includes:
A S.E. Certificate
Course title, dates and campus
Students on this pathway also receive a University of Bath Certificate recognising their participation in the Engineering Programme
