Our programmes

Innovate Summer Academy

Fuel your ambition this summer

Innovate Summer Academy, our academic accelerator programme, is perfect for young ambitious learners who want to prepare for a successful academic and professional career across a variety of disciplines, from Law to Medicine.

Innovate Summer Academy students at UCL

Why choose Innovate?

Taught by lecturers from top universities

Professors from Cambridge, Oxford, Harvard, UCL and more

Hosted at University College London

With access to UCL's cutting-edge science and teaching facilities

Small interactive classes

An opportunity to learn from and interact with experts in their field

Industry visits to top London companies

Get a deeper understanding of your chosen field in the real world

Innovate Summer Academy students at the UCL laboratory

What is Innovate Summer Academy?

Innovate Summer Academy offers an inspiring, academically enriching environment designed to empower motivated students aged 15–18 to pursue their academic ambition. Hosted at the iconic University College London (UCL) campus, our programme is led by expert professors and guest lecturers from top UK universities, including Cambridge, King’s College London, and Edinburgh. With a balance of challenging academic sessions, personal development opportunities, and real-world exposure, Innovate helps students build confidence, expand their thinking, and prepare for their future university careers. It’s the ideal foundation for young people ready to take their next step.

Innovate faculties

Computer Science & AI

Engineering & Science

Medicine, Health & Biomedical Science

Business, Finance & Enterprise

Law & Global Justice

Want to Learn more?

Visit the Innovate Summer Academy website for information about the faculties, dates, accommodation and more.

Professor and student at UCL lab at Innovate Summer Academy