The Pembroke summer experience encompasses world-class academic opportunities, an exciting and varied social programme and the unique life of a Cambridge student, for you to have an unforgettable summer abroad!
The Cambridge style of teaching means small classes with plenty of interaction between the lecturer and students. With student numbers being capped in lectures at 30 and seminars at around 15, you will have the chance to discuss ideas in a lively but intimate academic setting, develop your thinking and engage with other students from all over the world.
Please note that credit transfer is NOT acceptable for this programme.
| Programme Dates | Module 1: 13 July – 31 July 2026 Module 2: 3 August – 21 August 2026 Module 3: 13 July – 21 August 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 28 May 2026, 11:59 pm UK time |
| Tuition fee | £6,300 (~HK$66,190)^ |
| Application fee | £60 (~HK$630)^ |
| Accommodation | £2,800 – £4,000 (Details) (~HK$29,418-42,025)^ |
| Course Portfolio | Details |
| Entry Requirements | Academic requirements – Minimum GPA of 3.2/4.0, recommended GPA of 3.5/4.0 (at the time of application) IELTS (Academic) requirements – Normally a minimum overall grade of 7.0, usually with 7.0 in each element – Please refer here for more details. |
^For reference only, the exchange rate is quoted directly from Xe Currency Converter as of 13 January 2026.
*Please refer to the website of the host for more information.
Submission of Application
- Step 1: Check and ensure that you fulfil the admission requirements.
- Step 2: Fill out the online form for internal tracking. It allows us to assist with your application more effectively.
- Step 3: Submit your application to Pembroke College, University of Cambridge.
- If you need Proof of Student Status/Transcript for application, please apply for the documents through the Registry here.
Education Bureau’s Scholarship / Subsidy
| Reaching Out Award Please contact the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) for more details. Application for supporting the overseas activity to be held between 1 January 2026 and 31 March 2027 will be closed on 13 January 2026 (5 pm). |
| Means-tested Subsidy Undergraduate students receiving means-tested student financial assistance from the Student Finance Office (SFO) or whose families are receiving Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) are eligible to apply for the Scheme for Subsidy on Exchange for Post-secondary Students (SSE) of the Education Bureau. With the United Kingdom as the destination and 18 / 40 weeks in duration, the maximum level of subsidy for the Subsidy Scheme for this summer school programme is HK$14,000 / 18,000. The amount for an eligible student is calculated by the approved level of student finance (in terms of percentage of full grant) to the maximum level of subsidy for the Subsidy Scheme. Each student will be eligible for assistance under the SSE only ONCE throughout their study in programme(s) at the same level of study in Hong Kong, irrespective of the amount of subsidy received. If you are eligible to apply, please submit your Application Form after receiving the Letter of Acceptance issued by the host institution, and before your departure. |