The Winter School at LUMS offers an incredible opportunity to experience life on campus and engage in enriching classes and activities. This programme challenges students' perspectives and equips them with new skills. Designed to help pre-college students acquire beginner-level knowledge, it prepares them to excel in university classrooms of their choice.

Through a variety of educational and interest-based courses, students will explore new academic passions and deepen their understanding of disciplines they enjoy. The programme also includes workshops on the undergraduate application process, ensuring students are well-prepared for their academic journey.

Eligibility: O-Level, Matriculation, IB MYP, A-Level, FSc, and IB DP students are eligible to apply.

The dates of the programme are December 23, 2024 to January 3, 2025. Classes will take place on the LUMS campus, Monday through Friday from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Programme Structure: Throughout the two weeks, students will be fully immersed in the courses mentioned below. Alongside these courses, there will be workshops on various topics.

Please note: The Winter School at LUMS does not provide accommodation to participants. They will have to arrange their own lodging.

+ Design Thinking

This course aims to teach students the principles and processes of Design Thinking, a user-centered approach to creative problem-solving. Students will learn how to empathize with users, define challenges, brainstorm innovative ideas, prototype solutions, and test their ideas to address real-world problems. Students will also develop critical thinking, teamwork, and communication skills, all while fostering creativity.