San Francisco Bay
Summer Course
University of California, Berkeley
San Francisco Bay
Key Facts
13-17 years
Groups & Individuals
100 max beds per week
UC Berkeley
Residences
Highlights
- Located in the beautiful campus of University of California, Berkeley.
- Prepare for an exciting journey that includes iconic visits to the renowned Golden Gate Bridge, Santa Cruz Beach, Alcatraz Island and California’s Great America Amusement Park.
About the programme
- 1-6 week programmes available
- Average class size: 14
- English levels: Elementary – Proficiency (programme can be adjusted to lower English levels).
Oxford International Junior Programmes understands that occasionally slightly young/older siblings or friends may wish to come in a group. Oxford International Junior Programmes reserves the right to accept students who are slightly younger or older than the advertised minimum/maximum age. These exceptional requests must be approved by our admissions team in advance. Appropriate welfare and safety provisions will apply.
Dates
Start
29 June, 2025
End
10 August, 2025
1-6
week programme available
UC Berkeley - San Francisco Bay
Accommodation
Residences: Double rooms with shared single-gender washrooms (1:5)
Facilities
- Indoor and outdoor spaces for interactive activities, including conversation classes, international evenings, discos and more.
Airports:
- Newark: 60min*
- JFK: 60min*
- LaGuardia: 30min*
*Groups are met at the airport by a staff member. - Public Transport: Tickets are provided for all journeys.
- Taxi: Please see the Centre Manager for taxi contact numbers.
- Bus: 20 mins average distance from campus to midtown Manhattan
Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate Bridge
California's Great America Amusement Park
California's Great America Amusement Park
San Francisco Chinatown
San Francisco Chinatown
Aquarium of the Bay
Aquarium of the Bay
Santa Cruz Beach
Santa Cruz Beach
Pier 39
Pier 39
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, BerkeleyState University, East Bay
Golden Gate Bridge
California's Great America Amusement Park
San Francisco Chinatown
Aquarium of the Bay
Santa Cruz Beach
Pier 39
University of California, Berkeley
Sample Programme
| Morning | Afternoon | Evening | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrivals | Arrivals | Arrivals |
| Day 2 | Orientation and Placement Tests | Team Challenges | Quiz Night |
| Day 3 | Lesson 2 | Golden Gate Bridge | Scavenger Hunt |
| Day 4 | Lesson 3 | Exploratorium & Embarcadero | Capture the Flag |
| Day 5 | Lesson 4 | Exploratorium & Embarcadero | Chill Club |
| Day 6 | Lesson 5 | Arts and Crafts | International Night |
| Day 7 | Silicon Valley Tour | Silicon Valley Tour | Silicon Valley Tour |
| Day 8 | Full-day excursion to Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk | Full-day excursion to Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk | Chill Club |
| Day 9 | Lesson 6 | Drama Session | Talent Show |
| Day 10 | Lesson 7 | Chinatown & Little Italy Walking Tour | Egg Drop Challenge |
| Day 11 | Lesson 8 | UC Botanical Garden at Berkeley | Karaoke Night |
| Day12 | Lesson 9 | Aquarium of the Bay | Team Challenges |
| Day13 | Lesson 10 | Drama & Dance Activities | Disco |
| Day 14 | Full-day excursion to Pier 39, Alcatraz, Bay Boat Cruise | Full-day excursion to Pier 39, Alcatraz, Bay Boat Cruise | Pier 39, Alcatraz, Bay Boat Cruise |
| Day 15 | Departures | Departures | Departures |
