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Residential Programme

Future Engineer Summer Programme

An immersive 2-week programme for ages 13-18, exploring structures, electronics, robotics, and space engineering at Imperial College London.

20 Jul - 1 Aug 2026
Imperial College London
Ages 13-18
2 Weeks

About this programme

More than a course. A career confirmed.

The Future Engineer Summer Programme is an interactive experience developed by our team of experts, that gives students aged 13-18 a fully immersive insight into the life of a professional working in the engineering industry.

Over the course of the 2-weeks, you will explore a broad range of concepts including: structures, electronics, manufacturing, artificial intelligence, robotics, and space engineering.

The programme includes an industrial visit to an engineering company where students learn about the daily life of an engineer and see real projects in development.

What you will experience

1

Hands-on Engineering

Build real prototypes and systems

2

Robotics & AI

Program and build your own robot

3

Engineering Firm Visit

Visit leading engineering companies

4

Certificate & Portfolio

Document your engineering projects

Programme curriculum

A week-by-week breakdown

Week 1

Engineering Fundamentals

  • Introduction to mechanical and structural engineering
  • Electronics and circuit design basics
  • CAD software and 3D modelling
  • Guest speaker: Engineer from leading firm
  • Workshop: Building load-bearing structures
Week 2

Advanced Engineering & Robotics

  • Engineering company site visit
  • Robotics programming and construction
  • Space engineering and satellite technology
  • Sustainable engineering and green technology
  • Final engineering project presentation

Why this programme

Four things that make this different

01

Build real prototypes

Not just theory — students build working models and systems.

02

Multiple engineering disciplines

Explore mechanical, electrical, civil, and aerospace engineering.

03

Industry visits

Go behind the scenes at leading engineering firms.

04

Small cohort, full attention

Maximum 20 students per programme.

Included in the fee

Everything you need. Nothing hidden.

Included in the fee

Twin ensuite accommodation on Imperial College campus
Cooked breakfast and dinner every day
All materials, components, and equipment
Day in Industry visit — engineering firm
Evening social programme and weekend excursions across London
Comprehensive travel insurance
Certificate of completion and written tutor report

Not included

Flights
Airport transfers
Lunch
Personal spending money

All prices include VAT. A deposit secures your place. Contact us to discuss bursary options.

Sample schedule

A typical day on the programme

Timetable is a guide only and may be subject to change.

08:30

Breakfast

Imperial College dining hall

09:00

Morning seminar

Engineering concepts

11:00

Practical workshop

Hands-on building session

13:00

Lunch break

Campus cafes

14:00

Afternoon session

Project work or industry visit

17:30

Free time

Campus facilities

18:30

Dinner

Included

19:30

Evening social programme

Activities or London excursion

Student feedback

What past students say

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Common questions

Everything you need to know

£7,350
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