Refund Cut-Off Date

• The AAI Summer School begins  June 2026.

• No refunds will be issued after 31 January 2026.

• This applies to all cohorts running June–July 2026.

Refund Eligibility Before 31 January 2026

• Cancellation requests submitted on or before 31 January 2026 may be eligible for a refund.

• The £1500 deposit is strictly non-refundable under all circumstances.

• Any eligible refund will be processed minus administrative and transfer fees (if applicable).

After 31 January 2026

• From 1 February 2026 onwards, all payments are strictly non-refundable, including:

• Deposits

• Instalments

• Full programme fees

• This includes withdrawals due to personal, academic, medical, travel, or visa-related issues.

Programme Changes

• AAI reserves the right to adjust programme content, speakers, venues (including courts and Inns of Court), or scheduling without triggering any refund entitlement.

Yes, limited scholarships are available based on need and merit. Applicants may apply concurrently with their main application.

Applications are reviewed for academic strength, advocacy interest, and motivation. 

The Summer School is held in London, with sessions taking place at venues selected for their professional, educational, or practical significance.

The £4,500 fee covers all programme sessions, materials, workshops, supervised exercises, selected excursions, and access to the AdvocacyAI faculty throughout the week.
Travel, accommodation, and visas are not included.

A £1,500 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place once your application is accepted.

All accepted students are automatically considered for a paid internship valued at £30,000. This is a 12-month professional placement which may be awarded to one standout participant or divided among several exceptional candidates at the discretion of AdvocacyAI.

We provide a high-level overview on the website.
The detailed prospectus — including schedule, themes, guest speakers, and preparation guidance — is shared once your application has been submitted and reviewed.

This ensures fairness and protects the programme’s intellectual property.

Limited financial support or partial bursaries may be offered depending on sponsor partnerships. Details will be communicated directly to accepted applicants.

We aim for a small, focused cohort. Applications are reviewed holistically, considering motivation, academic background (if applicable), and future potential.

Yes. Accepted applicants who require a UK visitor visa will receive an official invitation letter and guidance. However, the decision remains with UK Visas & Immigration.

A laptop or tablet is strongly recommended. All software or tools used during the programme will be provided or accessible at no additional cost.

The detailed schedule will be released closer to the start date. This allows us to confirm guest speakers and ensure the most impactful sequence of sessions.

Complete the application form linked on this site. Successful applicants will receive next steps, including access to the prospectus and deposit payment.