About the Program

UPES Summer School is a 7-day immersive on-campus program in Dehradun for students of Grades 9–12, offering a chance to experience university life in the hills.

Designed for multi-dimensional learning, the program blends academic exploration, skill-building, and real campus experiences, helping students discover their interests and begin thinking about future career pathways.

During the week, students explore future-ready domains such as Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence, Aerospace & Rocketry, and Social Sciences & Humanities, guided by expert faculty through interactive sessions, hands-on learning, and real-world problem solving.

Alongside domain learning, participants also develop essential life and professional skills including communication, confidence, emotional awareness, and the ethical use of technology.

Tracks

Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence

  • Logics and Problem Solving
  • Scratch to Python Jump & Python Foundations
  • Ethics of AI
  • AI is not Magic — it’s Math + Code
  • Machine Learning Concepts
  • Career Roadmap Session
  • Mini Project / Industry-style Capstone

Aerospace: Deep space exploration, aeromodelling & Rocketry

  • Beyond Earth: Engineering Challenges for Deep Space Exploration and Sustainable Human Habitats
  • Aeromodelling Blueprint
  • Rocketry Blast-Off

Social Sciences & Humanities: People, Power and Philosophy

  • Positive Emotions and Psychological Well-Being
  • The Economics of Career Choices: Education, Investment, and Strategy
  • If Artefacts Could Talk: Decoding India’s Past
  • Power, Politics & Popcorn: Why Politics Exists and Why You’re Already In It
  • The Absurd and the Meaning of Life
  • Journey of Philosophy through Thought Experiments

Fee

Fee DetailsInformation
Program FeeINR 25,000 + GST
Early Bird Concession25 Percent Early Bird Fee Concession
Apply by 30th March, 2026

Summer School Program Brochure

Note: Kindly download the Summer School 2026 flyer for your reference and detailed information.