About Us
Inquisitas provides ambitious students aged 16+ with research-led enrichment in the Humanities and Social Sciences, combining Oxbridge expertise with structured programmes that cultivate curiosity, independent thinking, and academic confidence.
Inquisitas was created to fill a gap in high-level, structured enrichment for Humanities and Social Science subjects - a gap that often leaves talented students underchallenged and underprepared compared with their STEM peers.
We work alongside leading schools, educators, and motivated students to provide experiences that go beyond grades, focusing on intellectual depth, university-level methods, and transferable skills that prepare students for higher education and life beyond the classroom.
“Our programmes are designed to empower students to pursue their academic interests with clarity and confidence. We create meaningful learning experiences that encourage students to explore complex ideas, develop original thought, and articulate their arguments with precision. These are not just academic skills - they are lasting habits of mind.”
What Makes Inquisitas Distinctive?
Students with interests in the Humanities and Social Sciences often have fewer opportunities for structured, high-level enrichment than their STEM peers. Inquisitas bridges that gap with rigorous programmes designed to stretch thinking, deepen understanding, and inspire a love of learning.
Across our programmes, students:
Engage with university-level ideas across subjects like History, Philosophy, Politics, Literature, and related disciplines
Develop critical thinking, communication, and independent research skills
Gain confidence through structured discussion, writing, and academic dialogue
Experience academic practice as it is taught at top universities
Every experience is designed to challenge, inspire, and empower students, nurturing thinkers, speakers, writers, and future innovators.
Our Programmes
-
1:1 projects under expert supervision by an Oxbridge tutor, building research, writing, and analytical skills. Perfect for personal statements, EPQ extensions, and demonstrating sustained academic engagement.
-
Five-week series of live online lectures exploring a subject in depth, introducing cutting-edge ideas and interdisciplinary perspectives. Encourages lively discussion, curiosity, and analytical thinking.
-
Immersive online events during school holidays, offering lectures, panel discussions, and expert-led workshops for deeper engagement with subjects and interdisciplinary approaches.
Why Inquisitas?
All Inquisitas programmes are designed around five core pillars:
Curiosity & Passion - Go beyond the syllabus to explore ideas that excite and inspire.
University-Level Preparation - Develop skills and habits expected at leading universities, helping students stand out in applications and interviews.
Academic Confidence - Engage with challenging material, express ideas clearly, and participate in critical discussion on cutting-edge research.
Demonstrable University Readiness - Admissions tutors value initiative, depth of understanding, and genuine engagement. Inquisitas provides students with quantifiable examples of independent work and intellectual curiosity.
Global Awareness & Intellectual Purpose - Build perspective, adaptability, and thoughtful engagement with the ideas and challenges of the world we live in.
Who We Support
Inquisitas is ideal for curious, motivated students aged 16+ who want to:
Stretch themselves beyond the curriculum
Prepare for competitive university applications, including Oxbridge, Russell Group, and selective international programmes
Explore new subjects or deepen existing passions
Develop transferable skills and intellectual confidence
While our programmes have a strong focus on the Humanities and Social Sciences, they are designed to support students from all academic backgrounds, including STEM, creative, and interdisciplinary disciplines. Our online, inclusive, and flexible programmes make high-quality enrichment accessible to students worldwide.
Dr Alice Spiers
Inquisitas was founded by Dr Alice Spiers. Alice is an academic and educator with a DPhil in History from the University of Oxford. She has taught extensively across Oxford colleges and contributed to curriculum design, undergraduate admissions, and access-widening initiatives, including the establishment of Oxford’s Astrophoria Foundation Year.
Inquisitas was founded to bring academic practice into accessible, genuinely transformative learning experiences for students beyond the classroom. Alice’s work sits at the intersection of research, education, and policy, with a particular focus on the value and impact of Humanities and Social Sciences.
Her work has been recognised internationally, including a recent profile in International Business Times highlighting leaders whose thinking is helping to shape the agenda in their fields today.
Meet the Founder
Get Involved
Book for our Spring lecture Series is now open - visit our Lecture Series page to learn more and book places.
Booking closes February 25 - places are limited, early booking recommended.
Contact us
Interested in an Inquisitas programme, or want to know more? Fill out some info and we will be in touch shortly. We look forward to hearing from you!