University of Bristol Virtual Summer School in May 2026

Engage online with academics, student ambassadors and other prospective students on our Virtual Summer School.

About the programme

The Virtual Summer School is open to Year 12 students and offers many of the benefits of an in-person program but is accessed online via Zoom.

The three-day event comprises academic talks, social sessions, and information, advice and guidance to help you make informed choices about your future options in Higher Education.

Subject streams in the past have included:

• Biomedical and Biological Sciences

• Economics and Finance

• Engineering

• Historical Studies

• Law, Social and Political Sciences

• Medicine and Health Sciences

• Modern Language and Culture

• Maths and Physics

• Psychology

• Veterinary Science

  
  

Dates and times

Successful applicants will be expected to attend all three days online from 10 am to 5 pm taking place 26th - 28 May (inclusive). There will be regular screen breaks worked into the programme.

Guaranteed contextual offer

If you successfully complete the Virtual Summer School scheme, and depending on the course(s) that you choose to apply for, you may be eligible for a guaranteed contextual offer or interview to study at Bristol provided you meet the contextual entry requirements for that course.

To make an application for this event, click HERE.

The deadline for applications is Monday 9th March 8am.