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“The program is nothing short of life-changing, remarkable, and transformative. I love it!”
- Destiny, Learner"Best Summer peogram out there! This program is suited for
nyone passionate about learning skills that actually matter in the real world"
"Everything my daughter learns has a practical application. She tells me that she finds meaning and develops skills that will help her in the future."
- Theresa, ParentYou can do all this and more in School of Humanity’s Summer School.
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Our Summer School will support your undergraduate degree, college or job application, and any entrepreneurial or industry pursuits.
You will receive:
Instead of courses, we run challenges. Each challenge focusses on some of the most pressing global issues, and ultimately becomes personalized to you.
Receive a certification by developing entrepreneurial, technological, and creative solutions to real-world challenges.
How can we ensure our ethics and law keep up with the rise of A.I.? Let's deep dive into artificial intelligence, technology ethics, policy, and law.
How can we craft immersive virtual realities? In this challenge, participants will design and explore the intricate layers of virtual worlds.
How can we design habitable environments for humans in space? We'll explore resource interdependence, space's effect on health, and habitat design.
With the rise urbanization globally, there is a need for greater sustainability. Let's explore how cities can be designed to be respectful to the planet.
How is the future of healthcare changing? We will look at how robotics, A.I, and 3-D printing are shaping the future of hospitals and healthcare.
How can we link businesses to societal good? Let's dive into the principles of conscious capitalism, ethical leadership, and purposeful entrepreneurship.
As they cover over 70% of our planet, the health of our oceans are paramount. Let's ensure the protection and rejuvenation of our oceans for future generations.
We’ve designed a learning model where learning is incentivized by a desire to better oneself, and better the world.
“I came in cautiously optimistic about School of Humanity's theory of action, and I left filled with awe and hope. Can't wait to see what next term's showcase will hold.”
Parent
“BEST SUMMER PROGRAM OUT THERE!!!! This program is suited for anyone passionate about learning things that are beyond the four walls of a classroom - things that actually matter in the real world!”
Learner
“I loved the summer program so much! I think I had more fun in the program than in the entire rest of my life.”
Learner
“I was really impressed that what was written in the brochure about the summer school, was in fact a reality.... Seeing my daughter come out of her online sessions with a huge smile on her face ... it told me everything.”
Parent
“Joining the School of Humanity's summer school was probably one of my best life decisions. From honing technical skills to gaining a profound understanding of the future of education, my time at SoH empowered me to contribute in a more meaningful way to the world.”
Learner
“Throughout this program I’ve been on a transformative journey as I’ve strengthened my friendships, boosted my confidence and allowed myself to foster my creativity. I’ve met some very young and intelligent people whom I would have never been able to meet if it wasn’t for this opportunity."
Learner
“The program is nothing short of life-changing, remarkable, and transformative. I love it!”
Learner
Are you a curious and motivated learner with a desire to better yourself and the world?
Do you possess the following mindsets and pre-requisites?
We can’t wait to meet you.
Our Summer School is internationally accredited as a Supplementary Educational Program by the Western Association of Schools & Colleges, recognized as an accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education.
Our Dubai-based summer program is licensed by the Dubai Knowledge & Human Development Authority, where we are registered as a training institute.
Our Summer School is internationally accredited as a Supplementary Educational Program by the Western Association of Schools & Colleges, recognized as an accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education.
Our Dubai-based summer program is licensed by the Dubai Knowledge & Human Development Authority, where we are registered as a training institute.
Spend your summer learning the skills for today’s world in a hands-on and meaningful way.
Whether it be through a research, a business idea, or an art project, you’ll be tackling humanity’s most pressing challenges.
Choose from a catalog of skill units, where you will develop the hard and soft skills you need to succeed in the future. boost your resume
Learn through micro-internships and real-life challenges set by pioneering organizations from around the world.
Find your purpose, and develop meaningful relationships through our weekly Flourishing sessions.
Meet like-minded people and create meaningful connections through interactive workshops.
Our industry mentors have a deep understanding
of their given disciplines. They use their expertise to guide learners
toward a path of purposeful learning.
Gary is a Global Sustainability Network Driver at PwC. His previous experience includes mobile games, digital strategy and economics.
Alexandra is the founder of Taccato, the first online music school in the MENA region, delivering 2,000+ lessons with 55+ teachers.
Tarik is a Science & Technology researcher at the Mohammad Bin Rashid Space Center, with expertise in astrophysics, robotics and blockchain.
Karime is a sustainability consultant with 25+ years of career experience working with companies and board members.
Polo is the founder of Deseo VR, who create VR content for marketing purposes in the education sector.
Mark is founder of ARES Learning, Director of Education Outreach at Aldrin Family Foundation, and President at Space Prize.
Gary is a Global Sustainability Network Driver at PwC. His previous experience includes mobile games, digital strategy and economics.
Alexandra is the founder of Taccato, the first online music school in the MENA region, delivering 2,000+ lessons with 55+ teachers.
Tarik is a Science & Technology researcher at the Mohammad Bin Rashid Space Center, with expertise in astrophysics, robotics and blockchain.
Karime is a sustainability consultant with 25+ years of career experience working with companies and board members.
Polo is the founder of Deseo VR, who create VR content for marketing purposes in the education sector.
Mark is founder of ARES Learning, Director of Education Outreach at Aldrin Family Foundation, and President at Space Prize.
Every learner will receive a guaranteed micro-internship
with a pioneering organization.
Explore some of our partner organizations:
Our learners explored the impact of investment in the health tech start-up arena and proposed a new way forward.
Our learners looked into the development of cost effective mining technology to extract water from asteroids efficiently and safely.
Our learners researched the impact of the “Hole in the Wall” experiment in the domain of self-directed learning.
Our learners contributed to a plan aligned with the Global Climate Action Plan to incorporate people's visions for future cities.
Our learners supported on a project to help global organizations decarbonize.
Our learners proposed a strategy for a startup that empowers artists to thrive in the changing art market conditions by leveraging A.I.
Our learners explored the cybersecurity domain by devising a competitive analysis and identifying differentiation methods.
Our learners curated educational content on the Moon and Mars to up-skill younger generations to become involved in the Space industry.
Our learners explored the implementation of Emotional Aptitude Competencies into the WeLearn Academy.
Our learners operationalized a complex prototyping process within the SURAG team through an asset tracking app.
Our learners developed a proposal to increase engagement within a VR app providing cognitive training for educators and within schools.
Our learners explored showcasing “Capture Cam”, the world's first Web3 camera to generate media contents with provenance.
Our learners develop their skills, portfolio and networks
by tackling local and global challenges.
Sophia brings chemistry and robotics together with the mission of designing a human settlement on Mars.
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Annika is promoting scientific thinking in society.
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Tony shares his journey with creative thinking.
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Ade is promoting human flourishing in the workforce.
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Rania uses her knowledge of biology and technology to design a solution to detect endometriosis non-invasively.
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Maria & Sofia Explore the boundaries of the self.
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Rafael investigates human happiness through a research project.
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Mahra shares her passion for the ocean and pitches her nature-inspired ocean-cleaning robot.
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Faris shares his vision for sustainable agriculture, and how his academy can get us there.
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Adam, Dhruv, Priyanka & Aljazia A group of our inspiring learners share their journey in creating a virtual world that teaches learners science.
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Every week, learners participate in group Pathway Advisory sessions designed to prepare them for their future.
What are the best practices for maintaining portfolios and resumes? Let’s learn how to best communicate our accomplishments.
At one point or another, we will all be interviewed whether it’s for a job or university application. Let’s learn how to leave a lasting impression in an interview.
What are the emerging jobs and industries of the future? Let’s examine some of the emerging industries and how to best prepare for them.
What is a personal brand and why is it important? Let’s learn how to develop an authentic personal brand across digital mediums.
What are university requirements globally, and how can we best prepare? Let’s deep-dive into the pre-requisites for different pathways.
How can we leverage digital and physical networks to identify opportunities for ourselves? Let’s learn how to develop meaningful professional relationships.
Let’s talk about the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and the lifecycle of startups. We’ll also explore why startups fail and how they can be prevented.
Over 500 learners worldwide have graduated from our Summer School. We’d like you to meet just some of them:
Vrishank has been paving the way for ethical artificial intelligence, and presented his work at the Museum of the Future.
Rumaisa and Sofia won the IFG Global Innovation Award with their Summer School challenge solution for the Future of Education - ReshapED.
Aryan, was selected as a Top 500 Rise for The World Finalist globally, and the first person from Nepal to make the finalists.
Larissa, Aljoud, Emma & Habiba Summer School learners obtained a longer term internship at Ree, following their time at School of Humanity's Summer Program.
Mohtasham won Bronze at the International Astronomy & Astrophysics competition, one of the biggest online astronomy competition for students.
Adam was selected to be amongst the world’s top 25 young pioneers and innovators by the Future Minds Network and is the youngest university student in the UAE.
Vrishank has been paving the way for ethical artificial intelligence, and presented his work at the Museum of the Future.
Rumaisa and Sofia won the IFG Global Innovation Award with their Summer School challenge solution for the Future of Education - ReshapED.
Aryan, was selected as a Top 500 Rise for The World Finalist globally, and the first person from Nepal to make the finalists.
Larissa, Aljoud, Emma & Habiba Summer School learners obtained a longer term internship at Ree, following their time at School of Humanity's Summer Program.
Mohtasham won Bronze at the International Astronomy & Astrophysics competition, one of the biggest online astronomy competition for students.
Adam was selected to be amongst the world’s top 25 young pioneers and innovators by the Future Minds Network and is the youngest university student in the UAE.
We invest in a generation that values compassion, adaptability,
and purpose.
We know that soft skills such as communication, empathy, and
emotional intelligence have taken center stage in today’s fast-paced, interconnected world.
Learners will develop their soft skills through weekly Flourishing
sessions, exploring a range of inspiring topics.
In the following module, we’ll learn in-depth about the so-called overview effect – something astronauts experience in space when looking back at the Earth.
The aim of this module is to figure out what motivates us, how we can have a steady level of motivation, and how to exploit it for our goal-setting and management through the IKIGAI method.
We’ll discuss what the difference is between being confident or ego-centered, and also how to collaborate effectively with others once we can put our Egos aside.
In this module, you’ll uncover latent attitudes, biases, and beliefs about ability, capability, progress.
In this module, we will learn to identify paths towards collaboration and get hands-on experience with our collaborative style, strong suits, and how to work together effectively and peacefully.
Applications for Summer School 2024 are now closed. Register your interest below for
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We offer financial aid to learners who need it, so please don’t let
affordability stops you from applying for our programs.
For more information, head to our Tuition & Financial Aid page.
Our program is fully online – which means that learners can apply from anywhere in the world! We do however offer hybrid co-learning opportunities. Please note that you must be fluent in English to participate.
We don’t believe in standardized exams. Instead, we regularly evaluate and evidence learning through projects, actives and micro-assessments.
We run live sessions at multiple time zones. You can indicate your interest in specific timings when applying in our program.
Yes! You can participate in multiple summer terms and tackle different challenges and skills each time.
You do not need to have any pre-requisite knowledge in the challenges you pick. However, we require learners to be at a High School competency in communication skills and English to participate.
We do not offer merit-based scholarships at this time. However, we do offer financial aid to learners who cannot afford our programs. This would entail a partial or full discount on tuition. You can apply for financial aid when submitting your application.
Learners will graduate with:
– Internationally accredited certification demonstrating the knowledge and skills gained during the program
– A network of friends and industry mentors
– A portfolio of projects
– Experience presenting your work at a global showcase
No worries! We make exceptions for younger gifted learners.
This is a full-time program that requires a minimum of 18 hours a week of commitment. Our program is rigorous and rewarding. In order to get powerful outcomes, learners need to participate wholeheartedly and put in the time. We do not recommend applying if you cannot commit to the minimum time requirements.
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