Explore ideas, create electronic circuits and learn how to design and fabricate 2-D and 3-D laser cut objects in our Innovation Lab on campus. Create 3-D artwork, light fixtures, puzzles, architectural models, 3-D sculptures and more. At CATS Boston, the city of Boston will be an extension of your classroom. You will meet local artisans, engineers, scientists and entrepreneurs to enhance your learning. This program will inspire you to apply your knowledge of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math.
Ages:
14 – 17
Course Length:
1 – 4 weeks
Average Class Size:
16
Start Dates:
29 June 2025
6 July 2025
13 July 2025
20 July 2025 27 July 2025
Language Requirements:
Upper Intermediate – Advanced recommended
Tuition Fees:
$2,665 (per week)
Accommodation:
Single en-suite bedroom
Meals included (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Participants will take part in lectures, workshops and lab-based lessons, as well as visits to local places of relevant interest. The course focuses on the application of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths to a series of real-world problems.
The CATS Boston Innovation Lab allows our students to explore ideas, experiment with materials and build their own devices. The city of Boston and its environs will serve as an extension of the classroom through visits to Harvard, Marine Biological Laboratories and MIT Museum.
Through our STEAM Summer Program you will:
Students on this course will enjoy one full day excursion per week. Destinations may include Boston, Rhode Island and Canobie Lake Park. Evening activities are varied and fun and may include discos, talent shows and international evenings.
| WEEK 1 | MORNING 09:00 - 12:00 | AFTERNOON 13:00 - 16:30 | EVENING 19:30 - 22:00 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUN | Arrival at accommodation and induction from house parents | Welcome Evening & Ice Breaker Activities | |
| MON | Lesson: Bridge Introduction | Workshop: Bridge Building Time | Team Building Exercises |
| TUES | Lesson: Bridge Testing | Lecture: Creative Problem Solving | Students vs Staff Sports |
| WED | Lesson: Logic - Puzzles/ Brain Teasers | Marine Biological Laboratory | American Culture Trivia Night |
| THURS | Lesson: Creative problem solving | Ocean documentary - Blue Planet | International Night |
| FRI | Lesson: Logic puzzles/open discussions | Harvard University Tour | Disco Dance Party |
| SAT | Included Full Day Excursion: Canobie Lake Park | Chill Out Evening including movies & games | |
| WEEK 2 | MORNING 09:00 - 12:00 | AFTERNOON 13:00 - 16:30 | EVENING 19:30 - 22:00 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUN | Onsite Activities e.g. Team Building Games | American Culture Evening | |
| MON | Workshop: Projectile Motion Lab: Learn & Build | Workshop: Projectile Motion Lab: Fire | Welcome Evening & Ice Breaker Activities |
| TUES | Lesson: Logic puzzles/ Brain teasers | MIT Tour & Free Time in Cambridge | Team Building Exercises |
| WED | Lesson: DIY electronics intro | Lesson: DIY electronics build | Fashion Show |
| THURS | Lesson: DIY electronics build | DIY electronics presentation | 'Boston's Got Talent' Talent & Karaoke Show |
| FRI | New England Aquarium | Disco Dance Party | |
| SAT | Included Full Day Excursion: Newport/ Rhode Island | Chill Out Evening including movies & games | |
| SUN | Departure | ||
*This is a sample timetable and all elements are subject to change.
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