Harvard Student Agencies Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Computer Science Summer School
Program Outcomes
This program is designed for students who are interested in software, technology, and engineering. The courses are delivered by senior-level students studying at Harvard and provide a university-level academic foundation.
The Project-Based Learning system enables students to design their own intelligent systems. Final projects offer the opportunity to transform theoretical knowledge into practical application and to develop presentation skills. Participants prepare for university-level courses in artificial intelligence, building a strong foundation for future career paths in areas such as AI, data science, and engineering.
Provides a pre-university foundation in software and artificial intelligence.
Our Educational Leaders
Soham Gupta
Harvard University
Undergraduate Student
Computer Science and Statistics
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Soham is an undergraduate student at Harvard University planning a joint concentration in Computer Science and Statistics. Of Indian origin, Soham grew up in the Chicago area.
During high school, he developed an interest in computer science and programming and continues to build personal projects in his free time. Among his projects are an AI-powered mobile application designed to improve basketball players’ shooting performance and a program aimed at predicting stock market movements.
Rachel Fields
Harvard University
Undergraduate Student
Physics and Mathematics
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Rachel is an undergraduate student at Harvard University planning to study Physics and Mathematics and to obtain a certification in Spanish.
For nearly four years, she has been teaching coding to students in her community using Python and Scratch. In addition to her academic pursuits, she is a member of the club swim team, participates in Model Congress activities, and takes an active role in various STEM-focused student organizations.
Okan Karadağ
Head of IT Planning and Governance
Halkbank
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Okan Karadağ is an executive working in the field of information technology management in the banking sector. As the Head of IT Planning and Governance at Halkbank, he is responsible for the development of the institution’s IT strategy, the planning of technology investments, and the management of governance processes. He conducts work in areas such as the sustainability of corporate IT infrastructure, regulatory compliance, risk management, and the planning of digital transformation processes. He has experience in strategic technology management and organizational IT structuring.
Prof. Dr. Şirin Karadeniz
Academic / Innovator
Education and Technology Leader
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Şirin Karadeniz is an education leader with more than 25 years of experience in the use of technology in education and innovative, research-based learning approaches. She has served as Rector at Bahçeşehir University and currently contributes to the academic and administrative development of higher education institutions as Rector’s Advisor at Doğuş University. With her experience in university leadership, curriculum development, and international projects, she conducts work focused on inclusive education and empowering the leaders of the future.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Kumral
Istanbul Technical University
Dean, Faculty of Mining
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Prof. Dr. Mustafa Kumral is a faculty member and Dean of the Faculty of Mining at Istanbul Technical University. Having completed his Ph.D. in Geological Engineering at ITU, Kumral teaches and conducts research in areas such as mineral deposits, economic geology, and mineralogy.
Ufuk Tarhan
Business Futurist / Strategist
Board Advisor
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Prof. Dr. Ufuk Tarhan, who works on information technologies, digital transformation, and technology strategies, offers both academic and industry perspectives in the fields of computer science and innovative technologies.
Prof. Dr. Burak Berk Üstündağ
Istanbul Technical University
Artificial Intelligence and Computer Systems Engineer
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Prof. Dr. Burak Berk Üstündağ conducts academic research in the fields of artificial intelligence and computer systems architecture, with a focus on hardware–software interaction.
Program Schedule
| DAY | TIME | PROGRAM DETAILS | EVENING PROGRAM |
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| DAY 1 |
09:00 - 12:30 | Welcome (Arrival at Campus + Check-in) |
Networking Activities |
| 13:30 - 17:00 | Opening Day Orientation |
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| DAY 2 |
09:00 - 12:30 |
Full-Day Historical Peninsula Tour
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Bosphorus Cruise Welcome Party |
| 13:30 - 17:00 |
Full-Day Historical Peninsula Tour
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| DAY 3 |
09:00 - 12:30 | Classes | Zorlu Center Visit |
| 13:30 - 17:00 | Workshop | ||
| DAY 4 |
09:00 - 12:30 | Classes | Talk with Industry Leaders |
| 13:30 - 17:00 | Workshop | ||
| DAY 5 |
09:00 - 12:30 | Classes | Film Workshop |
| 13:30 - 17:00 | Industry Visit | ||
| DAY 6 |
09:00 - 12:30 | Classes | Istinye Park Mall Visit |
| 13:30 - 17:00 | Panel (Guest Speakers) | ||
| DAY 7 |
09:00 - 12:30 | Classes | Music Night |
| 13:30 - 17:00 | Harvard University Admission Requirements Seminar |
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| DAY 8 |
09:00 - 12:30 | Summit Event Certificate Ceremony |
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| 13:30 - 17:00 | Departure from Campus |
Services Included in the Program
- 40 hours of instruction from Harvard students
- Training Materials
- Workshops
- Industry Visits
- Activities and Excursions
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Accommodation in triple dormitory rooms
- Health Insurance
- Program Participation Certificate (Harvard Student Agencies)
Services Not Included in the Program
- Transportation
- Personal Expenses
