Starting date: 20th July 2026
Duration: 10 days
Location: Clerkenwell campus
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London is a global capital of literature, media and communication. City St George’s, University of London is situated at its heart. The summer school will be taught by tutors who combine academic expertise with extensive experience in professional journalism, media and writing. Under their guidance, you will work individually and in teams, in studios as well as classrooms, to acquire the skills needed to produce first-rate writing and multi-platform content. London is a city steeped in cultural history. You will be encouraged both to explore and analyse London, both as place and idea. The timetable has been specifically designed also to include content on the history of London—and also to enable you to benefit from your time here to experience one of the world’s great cities.
This course is for students ages 18+ only.
Discover, create and tell your story
Join us in London for an unforgettable 10-day summer school
exploring the worlds of media, journalism, and creative
writing at one of the UK’s most dynamic universities.
Whether you dream of working in a newsroom, writing a novel,
producing a podcast, or creating for the screen — this immersive
programme offers you the chance to learn, create, and connect
in the heart of one of the world’s most exciting media capitals.
Hands-on practical experience
At City St George’s, learning means doing.
By the end of the summer school, you should be able to:
• Understand the fundamentals of what makes a successful
podcast
• Apply your broadcast skills in a more effective way
• Understand what makes good professional social media
content
You’ll take part in interactive, skills-based workshops led by
media professionals and university experts, including:
• Make a TV programme in our professional studio
• Create your own podcast from concept to broadcast
• Develop your storytelling voice
• Write and edit short features, reviews and creative pieces
• Collaborate with international peers on real creative projects.
A cultural exchange in London
This isn’t just a course — it’s an experience.
The Summer School welcomes students from around the world for a
vibrant cultural exchange, blending learning with the best of London’s
creative scene.
Your 10 days will include:
• Literary and theatre excursions
• Group social events celebrating global creativity
• Opportunities to explore London’s rich history and diverse culture.
Accommodation is not included in the tuition price.
Unite Students - Arbor House is a short distance away. Please contact them directly for availability and rates:
Sample timetable:
| | Morning | Afternoon |
| Day 1 | Introductory session, tips for your creative toolkit | Historical tour of London |
| Day 2 | Make your own podcast |
| Day 3 | Improve your camera and editing skills |
| Day 4 | Professionalising your social media skills | West End theatre excursion |
| Day 5 | Learn how to present on-camera |
| Day 6 | Practical content creation exercise | Learn about London in literature and the movies |
| Day 7 | Trip to Oxford |
| Day 8 | Become a better creative writer | How to get published |
| Day 9 | Make your own TV show |
| Day 10 | Panel discussion with top professionals | Summer school networking and social event |
Please read T&Cs here before booking onto this course:
https://www.citystgeorges.ac.uk/about/governance/policies/terms-and-conditions-of-studying-at-city-st-georges-university-of-london
https://estore.city.ac.uk/help/terms-and-conditions