Sotheby's Institute of Art - Summer Program in London
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Sotheby's Institute of Art - Summer Program in London
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About Program
Are you ready to spend the summer exploring the art scene in London?
The Summer Program in London is a 4- or 8-week program geared at those looking to enhance their professional acumen and prepare for undergraduate study within the wider creative industries. With London as the backdrop, Summer Program students will have the chance to explore one of the greatest art cities in the world while creating a portfolio of work that will propel them forward in college applications and their future career. Through a choice of courses and peer-to-peer mentoring under the guidance of world-renowned faculty including curators, authors, and art historians, students will undertake topically-led briefs and real-world scenarios.
Students choose from three course options: The Global Art Market, Curator Academy, and Luxury Business.
Applications for Summer 2026 are now open!
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Program Highlights
- Visits to London’s major cultural venues like Wellcome Collection, Tate Modern, Somerset House Studios, Google, and St Bride Library.
- Professional development gained through agenda-driven project briefs.
- A dynamic combination of collaborative group work and self initiated research, culminating in a tangible output.
- A network of industry experts, academics, and peers.
- Residential options and a full program of extra-curricular student life activities.
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Location
London, although typically regarded for its architecture and city lifestyle, is made up of 40% public green space in the form of incredibly lush parks. London has created an environment where you can spend the day enjoying city life and then escape to Primrose hill, the Thames, or a walk by the canals.
