Summer Programs: UC Berkeley with ASA Summerfuel

This course is the most thorough SAT preparation course offered by The Princeton Review. With 30 hours of small-group instruction and individual consultation plus 4 full-length SAT tests, your Princeton Review program will provide you with instruction in the math, critical reading, and writing strategies that you will need to perform at your highest level. Students are grouped by shared strengths and weaknesses to provide targeted instruction. Watch your scores rise as you strengthen your skills with teachers from the nation's leading test prep company. The Princeton Review guarantees that if you complete your program (program completion requires attending all classes, taking all practice exams, completing all homework, participating in a wrap-up session when you return home and taking the October SAT) and you are not satisfied with your score on the October SAT, you may take an SAT Refresher Course or extend membership to the online student center free of charge. (Supplemental Fee)

Explore the field of architectural design and learn about the concepts of form and space, site relationships, and how social, technological and environmental factors all affect structures and buildings. Gain an understanding of different design styles and study architectural techniques that have been adapted through history. From the Golden Gate Bridge to the skyscrapers of San Francisco, let the Bay Area be your architectural playground. (Supplemental Fee)

Are you a self-starter who is always looking for the next big idea? Do you want to develop your leadership skills and learn how to run your own company? This practically-based course will teach you how to create your own business from start to finish. Learn how to identify a market, attract investors and manage growth and expansion. Work with a team of your peers to develop your own original business plan and to promote your innovative idea.

As the American economy stagnates, and the European nations hover on the verge of insolvency, what better time to educate yourself on the intricacies of economics? This course will first consider microeconomics, focusing on the economic activity of individual households and businesses. The second half of the course will explore macroeconomics, and will help students understand the rationale behind national and international economic policy.

Explore international relations both as a theory and as events affecting the lives of ordinary people. You will examine current events relating to war and terrorism, human rights, global health crises and aid for the developing world. Think critically about arguments from all sides of the political spectrum and learn how nations use diplomacy to peacefully coexist. Through research, discussion and debate, you will tackle key issues of our world today.

Explore the science and technology behind robots and learn how robotics applies to everyday modern life. Gain an understanding of the history behind "artificial helpers", and study contemporary happenings in robotics, including current robot lab research, applications, robot contests and robot web surfing. Have a chance to visit San Francisco's Exploratorium, Robotics Society of America, and the Tech Museum of Innovation, and finally, work with the latest software to create your very own robot. (Personal laptop required; Supplemental Fee)

In a world where newspapers are becoming obsolete, explore journalism's digital evolution into the 21st century. From online magazines to blogs to web news updates, learn what it takes to be a journalist in 2011. Investigate various writing styles and the techniques used in modern media. Develop the skills you need to convey your ideas and point of view to the public and gain a broad understanding of the role of the journalist in today's world.

This exciting interdisciplinary course will introduce you to some of the fundamental concepts of medical science. Learn how the immune system functions, and sometimes malfunctions, with respect to disease and how health care professionals and organizations work to prevent, treat, and cure illness. Besides the scientific, you will also investigate the social, political and cultural dimensions of the experience of health and wellness.

Take advantage of your prime location in the Bay Area to gain a hands-on introduction to marine biology. Explore the diverse ecosystems and organisms that live below the surface of the sea, and consider the pressing environmental issues that endanger the future of our oceans, including pollution, overfishing and climate change. Students will develop their knowledge of Marine Biology through lectures, class discussions, field trips and guest lectures from local experts.

Examine the behavior of yourself and others through the psychological theories of Freud, Skinner, Maslow, Erikson and Piaget. Critically evaluate the validity of these theories in light of your own experiences of physical maturation, intellectual and moral development, sensuality and sexuality, family and peer relationships, and coping with stress and problems in everyday life. View films and read relevant articles that provide an applied understanding of developmental psychology.

Explore your passion for photography and apply your own artistic touch in the digital dark room. Master the basics of composition including motion, lighting and depth of field. Regardless of your ability, there is always more to learn about exposure controls, shutter speed and other features of your digital camera. Showcase your best work in an end of program Summerfuel Art Show. (Digital Camera Required; Supplemental Fee: $95)

Improve your reading, writing, and speaking skills in order to succeed in college and beyond. Designed for non-native speakers of English, this course will expose you to a variety of texts and writing styles. You will be taken through the entire writing process--from crafting their work to the final editing process. This course compliments your immersion in a US college setting, while providing a supportive environment to boost confidence and achievement.

Master one of the most important skills for success in high school, college, and beyond. Reach higher levels of achievement by studying the elements common to all successful writing--defining an audience, developing a thesis statement, supporting your argument, and revising for grammar and style. Through peer workshops and teacher-student conferences, you will sharpen both your expository and persuasive writing abilities. Come away with polished essays for your writing portfolio.

Welcome to your one-stop, all-inclusive SAT preparation course with The Princeton Review. Each class provides instruction in the math, critical reading, and writing strategies that you will need to perform at the highest level. In addition to 18 hours of small-group classroom lessons and individual consultation, you will take three full-length SAT tests and receive a personalized score report with your analyzed results and suggestions for further study. Students are grouped by shared strengths and weaknesses to provide targeted instruction. Watch your scores rise as you strengthen your skills with experienced teachers from the nation's leading test prep company. The Princeton Review guarantees that if you have attended all classes and practice tests, completed all homework assignments and view an online wrap-up session in the fall, and you are not satisfied with your score on the October SAT, you may take an SAT Refresher Course or extend membership to the online student center free of charge. (Supplemental Fee)

Urban Planning & Design Berkeley and San Francisco will be your classroom as you study the intricacies of planning and developing an urban landscape. Study the fundamental techniques of urban planning and some of the major figures of the fields. Consider contemporary challenges in the field, like creating green spaces, revitalizing former industrial districts and minimizing carbon footprints. Collaborate with your peers to design an elegant solution to common urban planning challenges.

Marketing and advertising can make or break the success of any product. Learn how the right packaging, pricing and advertising can set any idea apart from the rest. With your classmates, dive into the complexities of consumer behavior to develop a winning marketing strategy to promote and sell a new product of your choosing. From advertising on the internet, to magazines, to the radio and TV, there's no limit to where your creativity can take you!

Get ready to buy, sell and trade your way through the basics of financial markets. Learn to navigate the stock exchange, balance between risk and return and create a diversified portfolio. Discover why corporations succeed or fail and use current financial news to gain an applied understanding of the global market.

Should public funding be used for stem cell research? Is the death penalty a fair consequence for a crime? Consider arguments for both sides of such types of debates and find out where you stand. You will learn about the major controversies in the law today, such as privacy and civil rights, affirmative action, euthanasia and the protection of our environment. Become an informed and critical thinker of ethics and the legal system by researching your opinions and debating with your peers.

How do you invent, design and build a video game that is really original and fun? What makes video games such a popular form of entertainment among children and adults alike? This course provides an introduction to the technologies behind computer and video game design, as well as the factors that distinguish fabulous and forgettable games. Evaluate the strengths of some of your favorite games to help you conceive and develop your own video game. (Personal laptop required)

From Mendel's pea plants to Dolly the cloned sheep, the field of genetics has progressed a great deal in the past 100 years. Study the basics of inheritance of genetic traits and explore new discoveries in genetic research. Consider the social and political implications of these advances, and discuss topics such as genetic testing, the genetic basis of disease, the Human Genome Project, as well as the use of genetics in criminal cases and forensic science.

In an era of booming technology, our ability to better understand the human brain and how it relates to behavior has vastly improved. Investigate the ways neuropsychologists differentiate healthy human behavior from abnormal functioning. You will examine the causes and definitions of mental illness and brain disorders from schizophrenia to parkinson's disease to bipolar disorder. In addition, learn about the symptoms and effective treatments for these conditions, such as different types of therapy and medication.

Our world view of energy efficiency is very different from what it was on the 1970s and 80s. This course will take an in depth look at several modern-day environmental issues, the driving forces behind them, and the many solutions currently being implemented. Case studies and class discussions will cover topics including green building, carbon trading and renewable energy. Group projects like designing a zero-carbon house or building a solar oven will enable you to apply what you've learned.

Take your love of film to the next level in the heart of Hollywood. Study the history and theory of cinema, and look behind-the-scenes at your favorite movies to develop your critical eye. You will explore different genres in order to examine story structure, visual style, and cinematic devices. You'll view film excerpts as well as full-length movies to provide a diverse and exciting experience.

If you've always had an eye for photography but never had a chance to give it a try, this introductory class is perfect for you. Explore your passion for photography and apply your own artistic touch in the digital darkroom. Master the basics of composition including motion, lighting and depth of field. Regardless of your ability, there is always more to learn about exposure controls, shutter speed and other features of your digital camera. (Digital camera required; Supplemental fee: $75)

Does your stomach sink when you hear the words "Oral Presentation"? Would you prefer to stay home sick rather than participate in a class debate? From speaking in front of a class to tackling a college interview, public speaking is a skill everyone should master! Develop your ability to express yourself confidently and clearly through speech writing and performance. Sharpen your skills with the aid of videos and texts of famous speeches to deliver a performance for any occasion.

Master one of the most important skills for success in high school, college, and beyond. Reach higher levels of achievement by studying the elements common to all successful writing--defining an audience, developing a thesis statement, supporting your argument, and revising for grammar and style. Through peer workshops and teacher-student conferences, you will sharpen both your expository and persuasive writing abilities. Come away with polished essays for your writing portfolio.