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​DISCOVER ENGINEERING ACADEMY

Discover Engineering Academy is a two-week course introducing middle school students ages 12-14 to fundamental concepts in technology, physics, and engineering, and is designed and taught by a world-leading instructor. On the course you'll learn about how the physical world works, what engineers do, and whether a career in engineering might be right for you.

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Class 1

Introduction to Engineering

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Class 2

Mathematics Made Easy

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Class 3

Materials & Structures

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Class 4

Video Games & Computer Science

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Class 5

Principles of Mechanics

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Class 6

Introduction to Robotics

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Class 7

The Science of Space Travel

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Class 8

Biomedical Engineering

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Class 9

Electricity & Magnetism

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Class X

Changing the World with Engineering

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Letter of Recommendation
from your instructor

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Maximum class size six (6) students

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Access to video recordings of all ten (10) live classes for future review

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Course completion certificate

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Capstone tenth class 'X' team challenge

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Take-home continuing study exercises and resources

Why Choose World Scholars Academy?

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Your Engineering Instructor

Antoine Thibaut (University of Oxford)

Antoine Thibaut is a PhD researcher in Aerospace Engineering at the University of Oxford, where he is undertaking a Rolls-Royce-funded doctoral project in turbine cooling optimisation. He previously completed a first-class MEng in Engineering Science at the University of Oxford and an MRes in Propulsion Engineering at the University of Cambridge.

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His research experience spans experimental turbomachinery, propulsion engineering, computational fluid dynamics, and aerospace design. Working closely with industrial partners including Rolls-Royce, Siemens, Dyson, and Sonaca Aircraft, he has contributed to the design, testing, and optimisation of advanced aerospace systems and turbine components.

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Alongside his research, he has extensive experience supporting and mentoring engineering students, including supervising students with additional learning requirements and coordinating technical teams in large-scale experimental projects. He combines strong technical expertise with a practical, hands-on engineering background across both academia and industry.

Kevin T.

This is the best online course I've ever taken. The teacher is very patient with us, and we can feel free to ask any questions. My instructor wanted us not only to learn what he taught, but to learn how to learn and love learning. I learned a lot in just one week and will definitely come back next time.

Thomas S.

My experience on the World Business Academy was amazing. My instructor  was able to break down difficult concepts into easy and understandable lessons that allowed me to learn more than I ever thought I could. Overall a great academy and I met people that I am still friends with to this day. I highly recommend it!

Jake R.

I participated in the World Engineers Academy as a rising junior. I can say without a doubt that I loved the experience. My goals were to both enrich my engineering knowledge and learn about the engineering career specialties. I accomplished those goals but was surprised at how much fun I had. 

Zeynep C.

I had the opportunity to participate in the World Coders Academy this summer and it was a great experience for me. The lessons are very interactive which keeps you engaged with the course. The instructors are great at what they do and they guide you throughout the whole course. I was having so much fun that I didn't want the program to end.

Sarvenaz S.

I joined the World Lawyers Academy and I have nothing but good words to say about this experience. Each and every one of the classes was filled with meaningful discussions, giving me a much better understanding of different specializations of the law and its intersection with politics, economics and philosophy. As a whole, I would describe my experience at the academy as unforgettable, engaging and educational.

Hannah M.

I took the World Scholars Academy Medical program because I had no idea what speciality I wanted to focus in. It was honestly an amazing experience. My mentor was spectacular! She was patient and helped make class a fun experience. I recommend taking this class to not only learn about taking medicine in the future but to become excited for medicine.

Rated 5/5 by 50+ Students

What Students & Parents Say

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How the Course Works

The course is delivered synchronously over two weeks through ten (10) live and interactive online classes—each lasting approximately two hours and held on weekdays, with the middle weekend free for rest and review.

Your program also includes:
  • 100% live instruction

  • Maximum class size six (6) students

  • Letter of recommendation from your instructor for university or internship applications (upon satisfactory participation)

  • Access to video recordings of all ten (10) live classes for future review

  • Take-home study materials and curated resources for continued learning

  • Official course completion certificate

Sorry, this course in now full

Monday June 22nd - Friday July 3rd 2026

12pm-2pm US Pacific Time | 3pm-5pm US Eastern Time

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