2026 DOWNING COLLEGE
GLOBAL CAMPUS SUMMER PROGRAMME
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PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
Downing College in the University of Cambridge, with over 200 years of collegiate educational experience, is launching its first official overseas Global Campus programme designed for international students aged 13–16.
Without travelling to the UK, students can experience:
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STEM academic courses taught directly by University of Cambridge professors
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Authentic Cambridge-style learning methods and classroom atmosphere
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British Parliamentary Debating or Drama, helping students develop comprehensive language expression, critical thinking, and confidence
For generations, Downing College has empowered scientists, scholars, lawyers, doctors, and leaders to realise their potential. Now, we are reaching out across the globe to discover and support the next generation of exceptional students, helping them build their futures.
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PROGRAMME INFORMATION
Fee:
RMB 38,000 for YCYW Students
RMB 48,000 for non-YCYW Students
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30 hours of high-quality academics: Cambridge professor–led STEM lectures + workshops
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30 hours of English Debate/Drama sessions led by Cambridge graduates or current Master’s/PhD students
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Covers all meals and accommodations provided at YWIES Tongxiang Resident Hall
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Comprehensive academic and pastoral support throughout the programme
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One-day academic excursion
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Official Certificate of Completion issued by Downing College
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£500 voucher for future use towards the Downing College International Foundation Programme, based in Cambridge, UK*. Terms and conditions apply
If you are interested in our Global Campus programme, please click the button below to register and contact us. Once your registration is successful, the programme coordinator at your campus will get in touch with you within 1–3 working days to provide more detailed programme information and consultation support.
About YWIES Zhejiang Tongxiang
Yew Wah International Education School of Zhejiang Tongxiang (YWIES Zhejiang Tongxiang) was established in 2017 and its state-of-the-art facilities ensured students learn in a safe and caring environment. The campus is in Tongxiang, the northern part of Zhejiang, and is situated in Gao Qiao Town, offering education to local and expatriate students aged 2 to 18 years old (K2 - Grade 12).
In 2024, YWIES Zhejiang Tongxiang is the first school to launch the pioneering Future School programme in the upper secondary section.
About Downing College Cambridge
The College is one of 31 colleges within the University of Cambridge, which is consistently ranked among the top universities in the world. Each college is autonomous, self-governing and distinctive.
Downing College is a unique academic community: diverse, close-knit and committed. The College's purpose is to provide a world-class education to the students with the most potential in each subject, whatever their means or social background.
At the start of the academic year 2024-25, the lively community consisted of 57 Fellows, 425 undergraduates, and 501 graduates.
