Summer School 2027
IGNITE Young Minds Programme
at the Cambridge Judge Entrepreneurship Center
Programme Dates: 18–24 July 2027
A Global Cohort
Join students
from around the world
at Cambridge.
Countries Represented
Schools Worldwide
Stories & Friendships
About the
Programme
"Empowering young minds to lead, create, and shape the future."
This programme is designed to help students develop the essential skills needed for the future world of work.
Drawing on the expertise and entrepreneurial ecosystem of the Cambridge Judge Entrepreneurship Centre, the programme builds capabilities in analytical thinking, creativity, leadership, and teamwork.
Preparing for a Digital Future
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries and education, students explore how technology can support their learning and career goals. Through hands-on activities and real-world challenges, they use curated AI tools to strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Building Future-Ready Leaders
Through interactive workshops, lectures, and team projects, students experience the entrepreneurial process—from generating ideas to presenting solutions. The programme helps them gain confidence, communication skills, and an innovative mindset, preparing them for university, future careers, or launching their own ventures.
Dates
19 - 24 July 2027
Eligibility
Ages 15–18
Duration
7 Days
Programme
Learning Objectives
Problem Solving & Creative Thinking
Core Business Skills
Personal Leadership & Influencing Skills
Setting SMART Goals
Extracurricular Activities
Mentorship & Networking
Summer School Details
Dates
18–24 July 2027
Eligibility
Ages 15–18
Venue
Cambridge Judge Business School
University of Cambridge, Trumpington Street, UK
Recognition
Certificate of Attendance
From the Entrepreneurship Centre at Cambridge Judge Business School
What's Included
Not Included
Tentative Programme Schedule
Your Week at a Glance
Every session, mentor hour and cultural moment — laid out in full. Tap a day to explore.
Day 1 · Sunday
18 July
Welcome and Introduction, Ice Breaker
Dinner
Accommodation
Live at Clare College
You will be residing in a single occupancy room for the duration of the programme at Clare College, University of Cambridge.
Founded in 1326, Clare College is the second-oldest surviving college at the University of Cambridge. Clare provides accommodation for undergraduates for 3 years with the possibility of a 4th year for students on four-year courses. All first-year students live together in Memorial Court during term time.
Memorial Court is just across the river from the central Old Court. From second year onwards, students have the option to live at Castle Court, Clare's undergraduate accommodation in Castle Street and Chesterton Lane. The accommodation at Castle Court ranges from purpose-built student dormitories to houses renovated and converted for student residence.
All student rooms are fully furnished.
Check-in & Check-out
Check-in: 18 July 2027 at 2:00 PM
Check-out: 24 July 2027 at 10:00 AM
- Single occupancy fully furnished rooms
- All meals included — breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Supervised and safe environment
- Airport pickup & drop-off included
Out of Class Activities
Certified tour guides from University of Cambridge will lead excursions in Cambridge and other destinations. Together with your fellow students, you will enjoy an inspirational and fun programme of activities such as punting, trips to Cambridge, sports, and more.
Campus Tour
Campus Tour of Cambridge covering its history and notable sights
Punting
Punting on the River Cam
Museum Visit
Excursion to Cambridge Museums
College Dinner
College Dinner
Evening Activities
Variety of daily evening activities (Tenpin bowling, sports, quiz)
Teaching & Workshops Contributors
Learn from world-class faculty, seasoned entrepreneurs, and industry leaders from Cambridge Judge Business School.
Ann Davidson
LLB (Hons) PGDip Legal Practice, MBA
Head of Entrepreneurship Centre
Ann is Head of Practice at the Entrepreneurship Centre, working across the Accelerate, Ignite, Venture Creation and Envision programmes. Prior to joining the Centre, she was Enterprise Programme Director at the Scottish Institute for Enterprise, working across all Scottish Universities and Colleges to kickstart and support entrepreneurship and innovation. Her areas of interest include helping new founders develop a purpose-led venture, identifying and working with company values and prototyping and iterating into your value proposition. She is also a certified Design Futurist and Foresight Practitioner with expertise in helping ventures design and operate resilient, sustainable, and innovative business models.
Glimpses from Past Programmes
Workshops, friendships, adventures, and celebrations — every cohort writes its own story.
Voices from Past Programmes
Student Testimonials
"At IGNITE Young Minds Summer Programme at Cambridge Judge Business School I learned to be open-minded and quick-witted, finding the next best way to achieve the original goal when things don't go as planned, or adapting the goal to better suit the evolving situation."
Ayisha Saffron
Grade 10th, India
Gems Wellington Academy Silicon Oasis
Faculty Testimonials
"We're taking these students from ideas through to reality in just five days. Along the way they learn all sorts of innovation skills as well as getting the chance to work in teams and develop their ideas across the course of the week."
Angus Pauley
Programme Facilitator and Mentor
Cambridge Judge Business School
Terms & Conditions
The check-in date at the allocated college accommodation is 18 July 2027 (2:00 PM) and check-out would be 24 July 2027 (10:00 AM).
On 18 July, the fee includes dinner only. From 21 July, all three meals - breakfast, lunch, and dinner - are covered. On 24 July, only breakfast is provided.
The fee covers airport pickup on 18 July 2027 and airport drop off on 24 July 2027. (The exact pick-up location to be confirmed closer to the programme dates).
The fee does not cover airfare, visa charges, or individual expenses like sightseeing, travel on account of personal reasons, and any other expenses not directly related to the programme.
In the case of a teacher or guardian accompanying a group of students, they are permitted to drop off the students at the campus. However, classroom access during the programme will be limited to the registered participants only.
Students are responsible for obtaining any necessary visas or permits required to enter and stay in the United Kingdom for the entire duration of the programme, if applicable. It is essential to ensure all visa requirements are fulfilled well in advance of the programme start date.
Once the student completes the fee payment, an invitation letter would be shared with the student to support the visa application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
The programme is open to students aged 15–19 from around the world. No prior academic prerequisites are required, though a strong interest in learning and cross-cultural engagement is expected.