Physical Science, Mathematics And Computer Science
Course Details
This course covers various subjects, such as fuel cells and renewable energy, nanomaterials, fragrance, computational chemistry, atomic surfaces, and cryptography. There are also practical sessions in laboratories and field trips. Students will improve their academic writing, develop arguments, and expand their vocabulary. The course includes a mix of lectures, seminars, group work, and independent study, taught by academic staff and assisted by experienced graduate students. Field trips to scientific sites are offered, and cultural activities are provided through the general Academic Experience Courses. Upon completion, students will receive an official certificate from the University of St Andrews.
Accomodation
1. SAEC students will stay in Andrew Melville Hall or Agnes Blackadder Hall.
2. All SAEC students are guaranteed accommodation, but en-suite rooms are limited and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
3. Dedicated staff are available 24/7 to provide pastoral care, emergency first aid response, and ensure students' safety and well-being.
Tuition
1. All courses have current academic staff from the University as teachers.
2. Students can experience academic life in one of the UK's oldest and highest-ranking institutions.
3. Students can benefit from the University's resources and facilities while studying their course.
Extracurricular Activities:
1. All courses are supplemented by a diverse range of extracurricular activities that cater to various interests and hobbies.
2. Students have the opportunity to participate in cultural excursions to historically and scientifically significant places, including a full-day trip to Edinburgh.
3. There is an ongoing program of informal activities available in the evenings and on weekends.
1. SAEC students will stay in Andrew Melville Hall or Agnes Blackadder Hall.
2. All SAEC students are guaranteed accommodation, but en-suite rooms are limited and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
3. Dedicated staff are available 24/7 to provide pastoral care, emergency first aid response, and ensure students' safety and well-being.
1. All courses have current academic staff from the University as teachers.
2. Students can experience academic life in one of the UK's oldest and highest-ranking institutions.
3. Students can benefit from the University's resources and facilities while studying their course.
1. All courses are supplemented by a diverse range of extracurricular activities that cater to various interests and hobbies.
2. Students have the opportunity to participate in cultural excursions to historically and scientifically significant places, including a full-day trip to Edinburgh.
3. There is an ongoing program of informal activities available in the evenings and on weekends.
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Location:
St Andrews
Fees from:
£4,800
Typical duration:
3 Weeks
Dates:
8 - 29 July 2023
Age Range:
16-18
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