In-person Programme

    The Young Architect Summer Experience

    by InvestIN

    Are you an aspiring architect?

    Last verified: 3 Mar 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial
    The Young Architect Summer Experience

    Key facts

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Ages 15–18

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 15–18

    Location / Region

    London

    Cost

    From £6,424.97

    Duration

    2 weeks

    Format

    In person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    ArchitectureDesignThe planet & sustainability

    Accommodation: University hall of residence

    Meals: Breakfast and dinner at the accommodation canteen

    Outcomes: ["Understand the architectural design process (research, concept design, developed design, presentation board)", "Differentiate plan, section and axonometric drawings and their purposes", "Build 3D physical models from simple materials", "Apply sustainable design thinking and learn 3D modelling skills for modern practice"]

    TL;DR

    Are you an aspiring architect? Join the 2026 architecture summer school in London, designed for students aged 15–18. Over the course of two weeks, students step into the shoes of an architect working in London through immersive career simulations and professional site visits. Students visit leading architecture firms, design a sustainable structure, and pitch ideas to a panel of architects in an iconic London venue, while gaining a qualification to boost university applications.

    What is The Young Architect Summer Experience?

    Are you an aspiring architect? Join the 2026 architecture summer school in London, designed for students aged 15–18. Over the course of two weeks, students step into the shoes of an architect working in London through immersive career simulations and professional site visits. Students visit leading architecture firms, design a sustainable structure, and pitch ideas to a panel of architects in an iconic London venue, while gaining a qualification to boost university applications.

    What you actually do

    Immersive architectural projects and studio work; firm visits and industry Q&A; sustainable design brief; pitching to professionals; exhibition of work; graduation and certification; coaching and networking with senior architects.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Visit top architecture and urban design firms such as Foster and Partners

    2. 2

      Design your own sustainable structure and architectural interventions in the heart of London

    3. 3

      Complete projects using architectural sketching tools and design techniques under senior architects

    4. 4

      Pitch final designs to a panel of architects and receive feedback

    5. 5

      Host an exhibition of your work with leading architects in attendance

    6. 6

      Private networking sessions with senior architects

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Aged 15-18

    • Minimum English language requirement of B2 (upper-intermediate, CEFR)

    Cost, funding, and what's included

    Entry cost

    From £6,424.97

    What's included

    Tuition Fees (Residential):: 6424.97

    How to apply

    1. 1

      Click “Register Now” on the programme page to book.

    Daily schedule overview

    A typical day during the programme.

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