Law, PPE, and Global Issues

Discover how laws, governments, and global systems influence society. This stream helps you understand justice, human rights, and international affairs while strengthening your critical thinking and communication skills.

Stream D: Law, PPE, and Global Issues

Overview

Explore how laws, governments, and global systems shape the world we live in. This interdisciplinary stream combines law, politics, ethics, and international relations, giving you the chance to debate real-world issues, understand human rights, and think critically about global challenges. You’ll develop problem-solving and communication skills while learning how different subjects work together to explain and influence the world around you. You will learn from field professionals and experienced tutors from Oxford, Cambridge, and other leading UK universities.

PROGRAMME START DATES:

December 6-19, 2026
July 4-17, 2027
July 18-31, 2027
August 1-14, 2027
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Learning Beyond the Classroom

The learning experience continues beyond the classroom every day with cultural visits, university experiences and supervised evening activities, all of which are designed to complement academic learning.

Book by Shakespeare

An Evening of Shakespeare

The Ashmolean Museum

The Ashmolean Museum

BMW Mini Car Tour

BMW Mini Car Tour

Formal Gala Dinner

Formal Gala Dinner

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Tutors

Ioana Zamfir

Ioana Zamfir

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Ioana Zamfir is a DPhil student in History at the University of Oxford. She holds an Honours BA in History and International Development (McGill University) and an MA in European and Eurasian Affairs (University of Toronto). Her research focuses on identity formation under Soviet and post-Soviet regimes, with expertise in mis/disinformation, authoritarian governance, and transnational influence strategies. Published in Aspasia Journal.

Cara Duttaroy

Cara Duttaroy

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Cara received her undergraduate degree in Economics and Philosophy from the University of Southampton, where she majored in Economics, specialising in development economics, econometrics and experimental economics. Later, she returned to the university to earn her Master's degree in Philosophy, with a focus on aesthetics and ethics. She works full time in the editorial department of an academic publishing company.

Liam Connolly

Liam Connolly

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Liam studied Philosophy, Politics and Economics at the University of Oxford, graduating with First Class Honours. Made an Oxford Scholar after achieving a distinction in his first year exams, he also served as Vice-President of his college JCR. He has taught English in international schools, tutored A Level and GCSE students, and coached gymnastics. Liam plays saxophone and has performed at the Royal Albert Hall and Disneyland Paris.

Enrico Pelganta

Enrico Pelganta

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Enrico is an aspiring barrister who studied Law at Christ Church College, University of Oxford. This was, followed by an LLM at City University of London, preparing to become a Barrister. In the law entrance examination, the LNAT, Enrico achieved an impressive score of 35 (placing him in the top 0.1%) of candidates.He has several years/ experience tutoring law applicants.

Perlina Patel

Perlina Patel

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Perlina has an LLB from King’s College London (First Class) and an LLM from the University of Cambridge. Perlina has a particular interest in international law and human rights. She has interned at the UN, managed the Cambridge Pro Bono Law Project and is a general editor of the Cambridge International Law Journal.

Edward Lamb

Edward Lamb

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Ed is studying for a DPhil in Classical Philosophy at the University of Oxford, supported by the prestigious Ertegun Scholarship in the Humanities. He graduated with a Congratulatory First in Literae Humaniores (Classics) from the University of Cambridge, followed by a distinction in the Classics MPhil. He holds rowing Blues and has published articles in the New Statesman.

Richard Wagenlander

Richard Wagenlander

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Richard has a BA in Jurisprudence (First Class) from the University of Oxford and an LLM from the University of Cambridge. He has worked at the Court of Justice of the European Union and is a freelance legal researcher who has researched in several areas,, including commercial law, international investment law, public international law, human rights law, and the law and AI.

Patrick Hao

Patrick Hao

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Patrick is studying for a DPhil in Imperial and Commonwealth History at the University of Oxford, focusing on twentieth-century Sino-British relations. He holds a First Class degree in History from Oxford, with his undergraduate thesis winning the Robert Herbert Memorial Prize for the best thesis in Imperial and Commonwealth History. He also holds an MPhil in International Relations with Distinction from Somerville College, Oxford.

Bianca Maria Ambrosetti

Bianca Maria Ambrosetti

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Bianca is a PhD candidate in environmental governance & climate finance at King's College London and has a BA and a MA in HSPS and Management from the University of Cambridge, and a MSc in Political Economy and Public Policy from LSE. Bianca also undertook professional qualifications related to sustainable finance and sustainability while working for the UN and the EU.

Toluwa Oyeleye

Toluwa Oyeleye

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Toluwa holds an Executive Coaching Accreditation from the University of Cambridge, an MSc in International Development from the University of Edinburgh, and a BA in Social Sciences from the University of Durham. Her academic interests include English, psychology, and sociology. She has spoken at world-class stages including UN conferences on mental health and well-being affecting young people and their communities.

Sam Hill

Sam Hill

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Sam is a graduate from the University of Cambridge, where he achieved a double-first-class degree in Philosophy, ranking 4th in his cohort, and 1st in his college, for all three years of his degree. He specialises in Ethics, Philosophy of Mind, and Kant. Sam then went on to complete the Graduate Diploma in Law at BPP University, in which he achieved a distinction.

Brenna Salkin

Brenna Salkin

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Brenna holds a BA in Human, Social and Political Sciences and an MPhil in Politics and International Studies, both from the University of Cambridge. Brenna mentors students applying to university and also volunteers for SecurityWomen, a small NGO working to promote women's inclusion in peacekeeping operations. Brenna previously worked as the International Relations Managing Editor for the Cambridge Journal of Political Affairs.

Erika Brown

Erika Brown

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Erika has a BA in History from the University of Cambridge, where she attained First-class marks in her final year Dissertation, Extended Essay and Special Subject exam. After Cambridge, Erika moved to UCL where she was awarded a Distinction in an MA in Legal and Political Theory, an interdisciplinary course drawing on philosophy, politics and sociology.

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Bianca Maria Ambrosetti

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Bianca is a PhD candidate in environmental governance & climate finance at King's College London and has a BA and a MA in HSPS and Management from the University of Cambridge, and a MSc in Political Economy and Public Policy from LSE. Bianca also undertook professional qualifications related to sustainable finance and sustainability while working for the UN and the EU.

Bianca Maria Ambrosetti

Brenna Salkin

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Brenna holds a BA in Human, Social and Political Sciences and an MPhil in Politics and International Studies, both from the University of Cambridge. Brenna mentors students applying to university and also volunteers for SecurityWomen, a small NGO working to promote women's inclusion in peacekeeping operations. Brenna previously worked as the International Relations Managing Editor for the Cambridge Journal of Political Affairs.

Brenna Salkin

Cara Duttaroy

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Cara received her undergraduate degree in Economics and Philosophy from the University of Southampton, where she majored in Economics, specialising in development economics, econometrics and experimental economics. Later, she returned to the university to earn her Master's degree in Philosophy, with a focus on aesthetics and ethics. She works full time in the editorial department of an academic publishing company.

Cara Duttaroy

Edward Lamb

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Ed is studying for a DPhil in Classical Philosophy at the University of Oxford, supported by the prestigious Ertegun Scholarship in the Humanities. He graduated with a Congratulatory First in Literae Humaniores (Classics) from the University of Cambridge, followed by a distinction in the Classics MPhil. He holds rowing Blues and has published articles in the New Statesman.

Edward Lamb

Enrico Pelganta

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Enrico is an aspiring barrister who studied Law at Christ Church College, University of Oxford. This was, followed by an LLM at City University of London, preparing to become a Barrister. In the law entrance examination, the LNAT, Enrico achieved an impressive score of 35 (placing him in the top 0.1%) of candidates.He has several years/ experience tutoring law applicants.

Enrico Pelganta

Erika Brown

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Erika has a BA in History from the University of Cambridge, where she attained First-class marks in her final year Dissertation, Extended Essay and Special Subject exam. After Cambridge, Erika moved to UCL where she was awarded a Distinction in an MA in Legal and Political Theory, an interdisciplinary course drawing on philosophy, politics and sociology.

Erika Brown

Ioana Zamfir

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Ioana Zamfir is a DPhil student in History at the University of Oxford. She holds an Honours BA in History and International Development (McGill University) and an MA in European and Eurasian Affairs (University of Toronto). Her research focuses on identity formation under Soviet and post-Soviet regimes, with expertise in mis/disinformation, authoritarian governance, and transnational influence strategies. Published in Aspasia Journal.

Ioana Zamfir

Liam Connolly

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Liam studied Philosophy, Politics and Economics at the University of Oxford, graduating with First Class Honours. Made an Oxford Scholar after achieving a distinction in his first year exams, he also served as Vice-President of his college JCR. He has taught English in international schools, tutored A Level and GCSE students, and coached gymnastics. Liam plays saxophone and has performed at the Royal Albert Hall and Disneyland Paris.

Liam Connolly

Patrick Hao

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Patrick is studying for a DPhil in Imperial and Commonwealth History at the University of Oxford, focusing on twentieth-century Sino-British relations. He holds a First Class degree in History from Oxford, with his undergraduate thesis winning the Robert Herbert Memorial Prize for the best thesis in Imperial and Commonwealth History. He also holds an MPhil in International Relations with Distinction from Somerville College, Oxford.

Patrick Hao

Perlina Patel

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Perlina has an LLB from King’s College London (First Class) and an LLM from the University of Cambridge. Perlina has a particular interest in international law and human rights. She has interned at the UN, managed the Cambridge Pro Bono Law Project and is a general editor of the Cambridge International Law Journal.

Perlina Patel

Richard Wagenlander

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Richard has a BA in Jurisprudence (First Class) from the University of Oxford and an LLM from the University of Cambridge. He has worked at the Court of Justice of the European Union and is a freelance legal researcher who has researched in several areas,, including commercial law, international investment law, public international law, human rights law, and the law and AI.

Richard Wagenlander

Sam Hill

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Sam is a graduate from the University of Cambridge, where he achieved a double-first-class degree in Philosophy, ranking 4th in his cohort, and 1st in his college, for all three years of his degree. He specialises in Ethics, Philosophy of Mind, and Kant. Sam then went on to complete the Graduate Diploma in Law at BPP University, in which he achieved a distinction.

Sam Hill

Toluwa Oyeleye

Law, PPE, and Global Issues Tutors

Toluwa holds an Executive Coaching Accreditation from the University of Cambridge, an MSc in International Development from the University of Edinburgh, and a BA in Social Sciences from the University of Durham. Her academic interests include English, psychology, and sociology. She has spoken at world-class stages including UN conferences on mental health and well-being affecting young people and their communities.

Toluwa Oyeleye

How To Apply

PROGRAMME START DATES:
December 6-19, 2026
July 4-17, 2027
July 18-31, 2027
August 1-14, 2027
Submit Application

1. Review eligibility requirements

Age Requirement: Check the age requirement at the start of each programme you plan to attend.

Academic Potential: Your academic achievements, goals, and potential will be assessed during the interview to make sure you are a good fit for our programmes.

English Language Requirement: We will assess your level of English proficiency, which you will have an opportunity to demonstrate during the interview process, in order to ensure you meet proficiency requirements before you attend a programme.

2. Fill out the online application form

Complete an Oxbridge Summer Scholars application form.

All students must submit information about your major and preferred intakes and streams, and Contact details for a parent or guardian. Check your inbox for the confirmation of receiving your application

3. Interview

You will be contacted by our Admissions Team via email for an interview. This conversation serves to understand your motivation for joining our programmes and assess your English proficiency. There's no need for extensive preparation — simply be ready to share a bit about yourself and your enthusiasm for being a part of our programmes.

4. Admission results

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. In case of a positive decision regarding your application, you will receive an email with the offer to join the specific programme. To confirm the offer and secure your place in the programme, you will be asked to submit the £1000 deposit within 7 days of receiving the email. You will receive an invoice for the remaining balance of £5,350, which must be paid within 30 days of the deposit payment.

5. Check for updates

Check your email regularly for updates, including pre-programme instructions and resources.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply?

To join the programme, applicants must:

- Complete the online application form on the OSS website

- Attend an interview with the admissions team

- Await confirmation and the official offer via email

How is the programme structured?

Senior Programme: designed for students aged 16-19, the Senior Programme offers:

- 6-8 hours of academic sessions per day, including lectures, seminars, and tutorials

- small-group teaching led by experienced tutors from prestigious universities and field experts

- A range of extracurricular activities and cultural excursions that complement academic learning

Junior Programme: tailored for students aged 14-15, the Junior Programme combines:

- 3-4 hours of academic sessions in the mornings

- Hands-on activities such as museum visits, workshops, and fieldwork in the afternoons

- Engaging extracurricular activities and cultural excursions to inspire curiosity and learning

Other Junior Streams

Stream A

Science, Innovation and Technology

Oxford
Cambridge
14-15 Years Old
Stream B

Medical and Biological Sciences

Oxford
Cambridge
14-15 Years Old
Stream C

Business, Economics, and Entrepreneurship

Oxford
Cambridge
14-15 Years Old

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