UCLA PRECOLLEGE SUMMER INSTITUTES

UCLA offers high school students two ways to

engage in challenging academics while earning

college credit.

• Sign up for one of our Summer Institutes,

designed exclusively for motivated high school

students interested in the arts, sciences, politics,

and more.

• Enroll in UCLA undergraduate courses, where

you’ll study alongside UCLA students.

For more information on what UCLA has to offer you

this summer, visit SUMMER.UCLA.EDU.

UCLA SUMMER FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

ACTING & PERFORMANCE JUNE 25 - JULY 17, 2016

Includes performance training, workshops, excursions, and a final performance project. Designed for high school students with a serious interest in theater or a career in the performing arts. Admission is by instructor consent. Mandatory residential plan.

APPLICATIONS OF NANOSCIENCEJULY 31 - AUGUST 12, 2016

Learn the basics of how to propose a scientific research project using current approaches in the field of nanoscience. Work on a team project to experience a scientific research proposal process. Participants will better understand what makes nanoscience and nanotechnology one of the most exciting fields of research today, how to read a technical journal article, and what is essential to create a new scientific research project. Admission is by instructor consent. Mandatory residential plan.

ARTSESSION A: JULY 5 - 15, 2016 | SESSION B: JULY 18 - 29, 2016

Increase artistic skills in categories such as painting, drawing, digital photography, or sculpture. Sessions are structured around studio work, lectures, presentations, field trips, and a final exhibition. Admission is by instructor consent. Optional residential plan.

DANCE / PERFORMING ARTS INTENSIVEJUNE 18 - 26, 2016

Mixes the disciplines of dance, theater, music, and social activism. This interdisciplinary program helps students learn to choreograph their own work using new tools and culminates with a final performance. Admission is by instructor consent. Mandatory residential plan.

DESIGN MEDIA ARTSJULY 10 - 22, 2016

Intensive introductory program in four aspects of design: graphic, web, game, and audio-visual. Using the most current software and technology, this program combines lab and one-on-one instruction, allowing students to develop projects and build design portfolios. Mandatory residential plan.

PRECOLLEGE SUMMER INSTITUTES

GAME LABJULY 25 - AUGUST 5, 2016

Develop the fundamental skills to create games and game art that express a personal and subjective approach to game making. Offers a unique blend of artistic vision with technological expertise. Commuter-only program.

MOCK TRIALJULY 17 - 23, 2016

Experience an intensive introduction to the nation’s legal system that culminates in a public mock trial presentation. Learn about direct and cross examination techniques, exhibits and impeachments, objections, rules of evidence, and witness portrayal. Participants will visit the UCLA School of Law and Los Angeles Federal Courthouse. Mandatory residential plan.

MODEL UNITED NATIONSJUNE 19 - 25, 2016

Simulating the way governments work together, this program introduces students to international diplomacy and foreign affairs. Students take on the role of a diplomat, engage in independent research, and debate on one of the many United Nations committees. Mandatory residential plan.

NANOSCALE MICROSCOPY LABJUNE 26 - JULY 1, 2016

Explore three key microscopy techniques for nanoscience research: fluorescence microscopy, scanning probe microscopy, and electron microscopy with an overview on the modalities of microscopy in collaboration with the California NanoSystems Institute. Admission is by instructor consent. Mandatory residential plan.

NANOSCIENCE LABSESSION A: JULY 10 - 15, 2016 | SESSION B: JULY 17 - 22, 2016

An intense overview of the key concepts of nanoscience and nanotechnology, offering students an opportunity to explore the field as a subject of future study. Questions similar to those currently investigated by the scientific community are explored and hands-on experiments combine scientific methodologies and techniques, in collaboration with the California NanoSystems Institute. Admission is by instructor consent. Optional residential plan.

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SCI | ART NANOLAB JULY 24 - AUGUST 5, 2016

Connects cutting edge scientific research, popular culture, and contemporary arts. Includes visits to labs and museums, as well as workshops and meetings with renowned scientists and contemporary artists. Designed for high school juniors and seniors. Admission is by instructor consent. Mandatory residential plan.

TEEN ARCHSTUDIOTWO-WEEK TRACK: JULY 11 - 22, 2016 | THREE-WEEK TRACK: JULY 11 - 29, 2016

Structured like a design studio, this intensive program focuses on developing design skills. Students experience the profession through hands-on design projects, field trips to landmark buildings and LA-based architectural offices, and creating a portfolio. Admission is by instructor consent. Optional residential plan.

WRITING WORKSHOPJULY 5 - 26, 2016

Prepares students for college-level writing challenges and addresses essentials such as timed essay exams, and composing effective emails and personal statements for college applications. All activities will demystify the differences between college and high school writing. Commuter-only program.

UCLA UNDERGRADUATE COURSESSESSION A: JUNE 20 - JULY 29 | SESSION C: AUGUST 1 - SEPTEMBER 9

Study alongside UCLA undergraduate students! Students must be 15 years of or olderby September 1, 2016. Here’s a preview of courses available to high school students.

• Chemistry 14A - Atomic and Molecular Structure, Equilibria, Acids, and Bases• Computer Science 31 - Introduction to Computer Science• Economics 1 - Principles of Economics• Food Studies 187 - We are Stardust: Moral Ecology of Food• Life Science 1 - Evolution, Ecology, and Biodiversity• Linguistics 1 - Introduction to Study of Language• Mathematics 1 - Precalculus• Physics 10 - Physics• Psychology 10 - Introductory Psychology• Sociology 1 - Introductory Sociology• Statistics 10 - Introduction to Statistical Reasoning

A full list of courses open to high school students is available at:

summer.ucla.edu/academiccourses/hscourselist.04

UCLA ONLINE COURSES

English 90 - Shakespeare

Film and Television 122B - Introduction to Art and

Technique of Filmmaking

Film and Television 122E- Digital Camera

Film and Television C132 - Fundamentals of Screenwriting

Film and Television 133 - In-Depth Introduction to

Fundamentals of Screenwriting

Film and Television 146 - Art and Practice of

Motion Picture Producing

Film and Television 184 - Overview of the

Contemporary Film Industry

Geography 7 - Introduction to Geographic Systems

History 1B -Introduction to Western Civilization: Circa A.D. 843 ot Circa 1715

History 1C - Introduction to Western Civilization: Circa 1715 to Present

History 13C - History of the US and its Colonial Origins

History 20 - World History to A.D. 600

Linguistics 1 - Introduction to Study of Language

Sociology 1 - Introduction to Sociology

Theater 10 - Introduction to Theater

Theater 120A - Acting and Performance in Film I

Theater 120B - Acting and Performance in Film II

In addition to regular courses offered on campus, Summer Sessions offers high school students a wide range of online courses that can be taken despite a busy summer schedule.

International & Area StudiesItalianJapaneseKoreanLatin Life SciencesLinguisticsManagement/AccountingMathMechanical & Aerospace Engineering Molecular, Cell & Developmental Biology MusicPhilosophyPhysicsPhysiological SciencePolitical SciencePortuguesePsychologyRomanianRussianSerbian/CroatianSociologySpanishStatisticsTheaterUrban PlanningVietnamese

SUBJECT AREAS

Ancient Near EastAnthropology

Applied LinguisticsArabic

Asian American Studies Astronomy

Atmospheric & Oceanic Sciences Chemistry & Biochemistry

ChineseCommunication Studies

Community Health SciencesComputer Science

DanceEarth, Planetary & Space Sciences

EconomicsEngineering

EnglishEnglish Composition

EnvironmentEthnomusicologyFilm & Television

FrenchGender Studies

GeographyGerman

GreekHebrewHistory

BRUINCARD

bruincard.ucla.edu

The BruinCard is your official university identification card. It allows you to borrow library books, work out in the campus gym and receive discounts at a selection of local businesses. If you are living on campus, you will use it for meals and dorm access, among other conveniences. It can also be used as a debit card if you set up an account and deposit money. You can apply for your Bruin Card after completing registration and enrollment.

SUPERVISION

housing.ucla.edu/summer

Most Summer Institute programs offer mandatory or optional housing with full supervision. The safety of program participants is very important and ensured through 24-hour front desk service, camera survelliance, and key access entry.

Trained program counselors provide supervision throughout the program, and are housed in residence halls with program participants. The University of California Police Department serves the UCLA campus and is located just a short distance from residence halls.

Designated lead officers patrol university housing ensuring security and safety of all campus community members. The Writing Workshop and Game Lab Summer Institute do not offer housing with supervision.

UNIVERSITY HOUSING

housing.ucla.edu/summer

Most students find living on campus to be a convenient and enjoyable option during Summer Sessions. UCLA offers furnished residence halls and residential suites within a short walking distance of classrooms, libraries and recreational facilities. Housing is available for periods of six, eight, 10 and 12 weeks. If you prefer the independence of living off-campus, UCLA also offers University Apartments near campus.

MEAL PLANS

dining.ucla.edu

Students who live in University housing can choose among several meal plans. Our award-winning dining halls are known for high quality food and service. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available in the dining halls and other campus eateries.

RECREATION

recreation.ucla.edu

The Wooden Center is the UCLA campus gym. It offers a range of sports facilities, including basketball and racquetball courts, a weight room, rock climbing wall, fitness equipment and classes in yoga, dance and martial arts. Sunset Recreation Center, located on the Hill, offers picnic areas, volleyball courts and swimming pools. Throughout campus, you will find swimming pools, tennis courts, soccer fields and running track.

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