About us

Discover Innovate

Innovate Summer Academy is part of Malvern International PLC, a global education provider with over 25 years of empowering international students to achieve their goals. Discover more about our cutting-edge academic accelerator programme.

Why choose us?

Expert teaching

Students are taught by expert lecturers from Cambridge, King's College London and the University of Edinburgh

World-famous enviroment

Hosted at UCL, students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources

Outside the classroom

Take part in exciting industry visits to places like the Royal Courts of Justice, Royal College of Surgeons and Agribot

Future-ready skills

With our Project-Based Learning (PBL) approach, you'll engage in collaborative projects and face real-world challenges

About Innovate

Innovate Summer Academy offers a comprehensive two-week programme combining academic excellence and career-oriented teaching. It focuses on fostering skills such as critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving through a Project-Based Learning (PBL) approach. Students can choose from six specialised faculties, engaging in hands-on projects, expert-led workshops, and real-world challenges, complemented by university and company visits.

Innovate is part of Malvern International, a global education provider with over 25 years’ experience helping international students achieve their academic and personal goals.

This is a big step in my path to university, and I feel like it’s really going to help me achieve that dream one day.

Ali from Azerbaijan

—Engineering and Science

I find my classes really interesting and I think this topic will be really important in my life and I want to work with it in the future. I like how the teachers are really passionate about their jobs and how they explain things to us, I really appreciate that.

Niko from Croatia

—Business, Finance, and Enterprise

I love how classes are full of hands-on activities. Dr. Saana is so experienced, and our discussions about computer science and machine learning go much deeper than I’ve ever had before.

Linh Anh Diep from Viet Nam

—Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence

What I like most about my classes is when we collect data and discuss worldwide problems and the environmental effect of different designs. My favourite trip has been to the University of Cambridge; the view was amazing!

Hiver (Bo-Jung) from Taiwan

—Engineering and Science

Overall, my summer at Innovate was amazing and has benefited me in so many ways. I have learned new skills, met new people and cultures, built my confidence, and created lasting memories.

Ava from The United Kingdom

—Law and Global Justice

It’s really interesting to have capstone projects, and the courses are very engaging. I’m very glad that I participated in this summer school.

Jessica from Taiwan

—Medicine, Health, and Biomedical Science

Welcome to Innovate Summer Academy

Dr. Kevin J. McNamara

Head of Innovate Summer Academy

At Innovate Summer Academy, we provide ambitious students with a unique opportunity to thrive in a world-class learning environment at University College London.

Our rigorous curriculum spans Medicine, Computer Science and AI, Engineering, Business, and Law, taught by leading university faculty. Through projects, mentorship, and career-focused workshops, students gain practical experience while developing critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.

With over a decade of expertise in education and a PhD from St. Andrews, I am committed to guiding students on a journey that builds resilience, intercultural understanding, and the confidence to succeed in higher education and beyond.

Loved by our students

    
 
 
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   Sanaa Hamid 
 7 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This summer school provides a fruitful and engaging experience to students. It is not only about providing University-level introductory lectures, but also about project based activities that encourage critical thinking and creativity. In addition, there are lectures about preparing for University education, and several campus and company visits. I highly suggest this school for prospective students.
  
 
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   Catrona McDaid 
 7 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My daughter recently returned from the Innovate Summer Academy and had an incredible experience, and I can't recommend it highly enough.

The quality of teaching was first-class. The lectures went into real depth, and small class sizes meant she got genuine one-to-one time with them to discuss her learning in more detail. This all came together in her Capstone project, where she applied what she'd learned in class and her industry visits, developed skills in critical thinking and problem-solving and presented confidently to a panel of experienced lecturers. She has since told me this experience has confirmed exactly what she wants to study at university next year and I’m delighted as before, she was a bit unsure.

Beyond the academics, the programme struck a brilliant balance. The timetable left space to explore London, bond with her group (she has so many amazing pictures and stories!), take in the city's cultural highlights, and go on industry visits that brought her classroom learning to life. She's made genuine friends who are planning to stay in touch and meet up next year and she’s left feeling motivated and ready for the next step in her academic journey.

Huge thanks to the whole Innovate team and a special shout out to Kevin, the programme lead, for creating a summer programme that balances academic rigour with a fantastic life experience, and Josh, who looked after the students so well day to day. Highly recommended without hesitation and thank you so much - my daughter will never forget her time with you all!
  
 
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   Diego D. 
 5 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This program was a great experience. The classes in my faculty (engineering) were very interesting because they showed us how engineers think and approach problems. The talks held each day were inspiring, as they were given by speakers who had genuinely overcome significant challenges and achieved success.
  
 
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   Andreja Popovic 
 5 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excelent experience met people who I will stay friends for a long time and learned sruff I cant learn in school
  
 
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   Tasso Chatzinikolaou 
 5 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great summer experience. Highly recommend
  
 
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   ifemdifechi egwuenu 
 5 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very fun and engaging program and allowed me to see, understand and know what I want to study next. The staff were amazing and always kind and I felt very comfortable here
  
 
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   Megan Sumner 
 5 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A great, immersive experience. We got practical experience and excursions we wouldn’t be able to access anywhere else. We also got to do lots of sightseeing
  
 
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   Георгий 
 5 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. One of the best summer camp experiences I’ve ever had🤝🔥
  
 
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   Joshua Byrne 
 5 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really great program with great faculty options , wonderful student experience would 100% recommend
  
 
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   Berk 
 5 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was the best experience I have ever had.