An informed perspective
Research a country and a global issue to prepare your position.
All academic courses
Model United Nations
Research a country. Speak as a delegate.
Explore global challenges through diplomacy, research and debate. Represent your assigned country, practice public speaking and bring your preparation into a Model UN simulation.
- Student ages
- 15–20
- English level
- B2 or above
- Program
- Summer Camps
- Course
- Swap in
- Where you can study
- 5 campuses
What students will take away
Find your voice on global issues.
For students interested in international affairs, public speaking and leadership who want to explore global issues with other young people.
A stronger public voice
Practice speeches, presentations and debate in English.
A Model UN simulation
Bring your research and teamwork into a simulated UN committee.
Inside the course
Your course roadmap.
Explore these curriculum areas through practical activities and projects. Your teaching timetable is confirmed for your session.
- The UN and global challenges
- Research your assigned country and topic
- Speaking, presenting and debating
- Model UN committee simulation
Step 1 of 4
The UN and global challenges
Explore the purpose of the United Nations, its role in global governance and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Learning in practice
Take part in a Model UN simulation
Bring your research on your assigned country and your prepared arguments into a simulated UN committee. Use English to present your position, engage with other perspectives and put diplomacy into practice.
- Research
- Your assigned country’s position
- Speeches and debate
- Model UN simulation
Beyond the classroom
UN Headquarters · New York only
The New York program includes a guided visit to UN Headquarters. This visit is not part of the course at other destinations, including Miami. Confirm the visit arrangements for your selected New York session.
Where you can study
Where you can study.
Course availability and teaching arrangements are confirmed for your selected session.
Los Angeles · Orange CountyConcordia University Irvine12–20Explore campusNew York · ManhattanFordham Lincoln Center12–20Explore campusNew York · QueensSt. John’s University12–20Explore campusBoston · DowntownSuffolk University12–20Explore campusMiami · Coral GablesUniversity of Miami12–20Explore campus
The UN Headquarters visit is available in New York only. Campus and session arrangements are confirmed in your proposal.
Before you choose
A few practical details.
Who is this course suitable for?
For students interested in international affairs, public speaking and leadership who want to explore global issues with other young people. Students must be aged 15–20 with B2 English or above. The course is taught in English.
How does it fit into my program?
You choose the course you’d like to attend. General English is our standard course; instead of it, from 15 with B2 or above you can choose Model United Nations. Our team confirms session availability and the timetable, and can tell you whether it is available outside Summer Camps.
Is the UN Headquarters visit available everywhere?
No. The guided UN Headquarters visit is part of the New York program only, not Miami, Boston or Los Angeles. Confirm arrangements for your selected New York session.
Let’s plan the right fit
Find the right course for your summer.
Share your preferred dates, student ages and English levels. Our team will help you plan the right program.
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