Summer@AUC Bootcamps
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Whether you are a young learner, adolescent or professional, our bootcamps offer specialized courses in various skill areas. It is the perfect time to explore new interests on campus.
Experience AUC This Summer 2026
Summer@AUC Bootcamps offers transformational learning experiences through short-term, non-credit, focused skills courses. The program courses target specific academic and social skills that have immediate relevance to your career, goals, and interests. Courses build skills in your area of interest while providing you with pathways for exploring different fields and becoming a part of a like-minded community of learning.
One and two-week courses were offered during the period from June 28 to August 13, 2026.
The application deadline istypically two weeks before the course start date.
Important Payment Notice\ Our system does not accept payments made using Meeza cards, Valu cards, or any payment cards associated with the Meeza or Valu services. You will need to use a valid credit or debit card not linked to these platforms to complete your transaction successfully.
Registration will open on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
- [### Engaged Generation: YES Camp (Young Entrepreneurs for Society)
July 5-9, age 10-14 years. Help build your children's future roles in their communities and take part in this exceptional social and personal development experience. Children will engage in activities promoting self-exploration, diversity and acceptance, leadership and much more. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/engaged-generation) - [### Food for Health
August 2-6, age 8-12 years. Discover the power of food to transform your health. Explore the science of nutrition to make informed food choices, understand the link between diet and health and combat diet-related diseases such as obesity and diabetes. It is time to take control of your well-being and build a disease-free future. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/food-for-health) - [### Engaged Generation: Bardeya
July 12-22, age 8-15 years.Step into an immersive experience that reconnects you with Egypt's vibrant culture, history and identity. Through hands-on workshops, heritage treks, dialogues with mentors and creative initiatives, you will uncover the essence of the Egyptian spirit while deepening your pride and sense of civic duty. Join this transformative path. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/engaged-generation-bardeya) - [### Build Your Creative Confidence
June 28- July 2, age 16 and older. We are all born creative. As children, we draw blobs and call them dinosaurs, unafraid to be wrong. Growing older, we become more cautious, hindering originality. Design thinking is a framework that helps you rediscover your creativity in problem solving. It allows you to identify needs, fears and aspirations to create insight-driven innovations. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/build-your-creative-confidence) - [### Public Speaking from Power Center
June 28 - July 2, age 16-20 years. Do you experience fear and anxiety at the prospect of speaking in front of an audience? This five-day course offers you the opportunity to face that fear and find your unique voice. Learn how to engage your audience and deliver compelling talks with confidence, passion and authenticity. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/public-speaking-power-center) - [### Self-Discovery Through Art
July 5-9, age 15-18 years. Discover your potential through art. This bootcamp utilizes creative expression to foster empowerment, connection and appreciation for inner qualities. Participants explore their strengths through activities such as movement, spoken word, improvisation, acting, visual art, visualization and writing. Embark on this journey of self-exploration. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/self-discovery-through-art) - [### Interior Design
July 5-9, age 12-16 years. Discover interior design by learning to transform a small residential space. This workshop equips you with drafting skills, the ability to generate floor plans and elevations, the know-how to develop design concepts and the confidence to select color schemes, furniture and materials to create a desired mood and style. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/interior-design) - [### First Aid Session
July 5-8, age 12-18 years. Jump into our dynamic First Aid training and turn "I do not know" into "I have got this!" From mastering CPR to tackling burns and breaks, we make learning these vital skills fast-paced and totally engaging. It is practical, it is high-energy, and it is the most important fun you will have all year. Grab your spot now and become your squad’s go-to hero. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/first-aid-session) - [### Creative Drama
July 12-22, age 14-18 years. Engage in creative drama activities, go on a journey of personal development and change how you see yourself and the world around you. Learn how to share your experiences through creative writing and express them in theatrical pieces. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/creative-drama) - [### Startopia Entrepreneurship Bootcamp: From Idea to Pitch
July 19-22, age 15 and older. Step into the world of startups with the Startopia Hackathon Bootcamp! This immersive week invites you to ideate, validate and prototype concepts using AI tools and the unique ProofScaling method. Join experienced instructors to move from a simple idea to a live demo while mastering critical thinking. Start your journey today and Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/startopia-entrepreneurship-bootcamp) - [### Emotional Social Intelligence: Building Resilience
July 19-22, age 16-18 years. Inspired by The American University in Cairo’s hit bootcamp, the Emotional and Social Intelligence course is designed to help you master the mindset and resilience needed for real-world success. You will build deep self-awareness, set inspiring goals and bridge the gap to action using the proven WOOP strategy. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/emotional-social-intelligence) - [### The Writers' Retreat
July 26-30, age 16 and older. Whether you are a novice or a prolific writer, join our creative sanctuary to turn your drafts into polished pieces. This retreat moves beyond the typical classroom, offering daily sessions with published authors. Reclaim the time you need to write and share your journey. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/writers-retreat) - [### From Idea to Brand
August 2-6, age 16 years and older. Discover how brands are created! From creative thinking and strategy to logo design and visual identity. Working in teams, participants will develop their own brand, design its look and build a social media presence. The experience ends with a final pitch where you present your brand concept and bring the idea to life. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/idea-brand) - [### Sustainable Thinking for Everyday Life
August 2-6, age 13-18 years. Passionate about environmental health and wellbeing? Join this bootcamp to link architecture with global development. By evaluating everyday practices and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, you will apply sustainable thinking to urban design projects that improve quality of life. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/everyday-sustainability) - [### 5000 Years of Egyptian Heritage: A Hands-On Exploration
August 9-13, age 13-18 years. Experience a voyage through time that uncovers the soul of a civilization. Go beyond the ruins to explore the layers of Egyptian identity—from the grandeur of monumental stonework to the delicate artistry of traditional crafts. This immersive program invites you to connect with the heritage of Egypt through a professional and academic lens. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/5000-years-egyptian-heritage-hands-exploration) - [### Cognitive Couture: An Introduction to Fashion and Human Behaviour
August 9 -13, 16 years and older. Prepare for an exciting journey where style meets science and self-expression becomes a conduit for holistic development. Embark on a thrilling adventure where fashion intersects with scientific inquiry and personal identity drives comprehensive growth. Apply now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/cognitive-couture-introduction-to-fashion-and-human-behaviour) - [### Envision Your Future: A Career Exploration Journey
July 19-22, age 15-17 years. Are you finding it challenging to figure out which career to pursue while you are still in high school? Explore various career options and discover the job trends in today’s competitive market. Find out what qualities you possess and what skills you need to establish your personal brand and achieve your career ambitions. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/career-exploration-journey) - [### Summer@AUC Internship
16 years and older. Become a member of the dynamic team that supports Summer@AUC and gain valuable professional experience as a summer intern. This bootcamp offers high school and undergraduate students a unique internship opportunity that integrates career preparation and education in one exciting summer experience. Apply Now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/internship) - [### Empathy in Action: Rethinking Our Relationship with Non-Human Life
July 26-30, age 12-18 years. What does it mean to share the planet responsibly? This bootcamp explores empathy for animals and plants through field visits, challenging you to rethink responsibility and create initiatives for compassionate coexistence. Students will move beyond theory to engage with nature, fostering ethical relationships with all living beings. Apply now!](https://www.aucegypt.edu/academics/summeratauc/bootcamps/empathy-action-rethinking-our-relationship-non-human-life)
Lara Mohamed Lashin
Creative Design Thinking Bootcamp
I was incredibly pleased by this camp and grateful to have such an opportunity to help spread out my circle, learn how to work with new people with completely different mindsets and to think outside of the box. I applaud AUC for their consistent attempt in making learning an enjoyable experience for all students around the world.
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