LOYLA students celebrating their graduation in London
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LOYLA

The London-Oxford Youth Leadership Award — Lead beyond borders. Shape tomorrow's leaders.

What is LOYLA?

Lead beyond borders at the University of Oxford

LOYLA — the London-Oxford Youth Leadership Award — is the exclusive international leadership programme woven into the Double Diploma, hosted at the prestigious University of Oxford. It empowers you with the skills, confidence and global perspective to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Through engaging seminars, experiential activities and cultural exploration, you develop leadership, communication, critical thinking and teamwork — while building friendships and memories that last a lifetime.

✦ Lead Beyond Borders · Shape Tomorrow's Leaders
Caliph Academy students at the University of Oxford (Radcliffe Camera) during LOYLA
Programme Highlights

What makes LOYLA unforgettable

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Oxford Leadership Seminar

Learn in an inspiring academic environment where world leaders and changemakers were shaped.

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Westgate Innovation Hunt

An experiential team challenge in Oxford that sharpens creativity, problem-solving and collaboration.

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Assessment & Closing Ceremony

Showcase your growth in a group assessment, then celebrate at the official LOYLA closing ceremony.

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Explore London

A farewell picnic at Malaysia Hall, London and free time to explore — with an optional Harry Potter Studio excursion.

Moments from LOYLA

See how unforgettable it is

Real moments from the London-Oxford Youth Leadership Award — from the send-off at KLIA to graduation day in London.

Programme Structure

10 days. 8 nights. One extraordinary journey.

Your LOYLA expedition to Oxford & London — 6–15 December 2026. Itinerary subject to change.

Oxford & London Expedition

10 Days / 8 Nights · December 2026
  • Depart Kuala Lumpur, arrive in London & transfer to Oxford
  • Leadership Seminar at the University of Oxford · Oxford Westgate Innovation Hunt · Group Assessment · Closing Ceremony
  • Transfer to London & check in to your accommodation
  • Farewell picnic at Malaysia Hall, London · explore London at your own pace · optional Harry Potter Studio excursion
  • Transfer to Heathrow & depart for Kuala Lumpur
  • Arrive in Kuala Lumpur
Programme Entitlement

What every participant receives

Every LOYLA participant is fully equipped for an unforgettable Oxford experience.

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Oxford Seminar

A leadership seminar and development experience at the University of Oxford.

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Certificate

An official Certificate of Participation to mark your achievement.

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Blazer & Varsity Jacket

An exclusive LOYLA blazer and a London Examinations Board varsity jacket.

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Global Networking

International learning exposure and lifelong networking opportunities.

Exclusive to the Double Diploma

LOYLA Flight Scholarship

Available to Double Diploma programme students only.

Flight Ticket · KL – London – KL RM0 Free of charge

The London-Oxford Youth Leadership Award (LOYLA) is a 10-day leadership mobility programme at the University of Oxford and London, designed to cultivate leadership, critical thinking and global exposure.

The return flight (Kuala Lumpur–London–Kuala Lumpur) is covered by the LOYLA Flight Scholarship for Double Diploma students. An optional Harry Potter Studio excursion is available on request.

Download LOYLA Brochure (PDF) →

What the scholarship doesn't cover

  • Accommodation in Oxford & London
  • Airport / city transfers£95 per transfer
  • Meals & optional excursionsas advised
  • UK service charges & taxesas advised

Lead Beyond Borders. Shape Tomorrow's Leaders.

LOYLA turns knowledge into leadership — a defining chapter of your Double Diploma.

Beyond the Expedition

Loved the UK? You can study there

LOYLA gives you a taste of Oxford and London — but it doesn't have to end there. After your Double Diploma, you can top up to a full UK bachelor's degree in just one year at the University of Gloucestershire, and earn a two-year post-study work visa.

Explore the UK Degree →
Caliph Academy students in London by the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben

Ready for the LOYLA journey?

Speak to our team about joining the next LOYLA expedition as part of your Double Diploma.

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