Brown Experiential Education: Oxford

Immerse yourself in the field of public policy as you explore Oxford and London, England.

Explore Oxford University’s storied campus and surrounding historical sites while studying public policy. Learn from world-class researchers while discussing international events with noted experts from around the globe. Oxford University is a prime location for practitioners at the top of their fields in global policy, economics and politics. Your learning will not be limited to the classroom, as you travel around Oxfordshire and London. 

The best public policy is designed from a comparative perspective. You will learn to design and frame policy that considers the larger regional, as well as political context directly from those who work in government. In addition, you will understand how to design policy that is persuasive to decision makers. Finally, you will practice conducting comparative stakeholder analysis that brings regional, political and government actors into focus to design better policy.

Program Snapshot

Who

Students completing grades 10 to 12, ages 16 to 18 by June 15, 2025

What

12-day program

When

June 30 to July 11, 2025

Where

Oxford, England; You will fly in and out of London, then travel to Oxford and various field trip locations. 

Why

  • Immerse yourself in the study of public policy while exploring Oxford and London, England.
  • Engage with leading experts on topics related to international and economic affairs.
  • Join a community of young scholars discovering the interconnectedness of the global community while experiencing life in another country.
  • Develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to approach the complexities of the 21st century as you discover new places and consider varied perspectives. 
  • Concentrate on learning without the pressure of formal grades.
  • All students who successfully complete their course will receive a Course Performance Report and Digital CeCertificate of Completion.

Experience

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