Future Global Leaders is a two-week course for students interested in power, politics, and international relations.
Future Global Leaders is a two-week course for students interested in power, politics, and international relations. You’ll explore how governments operate, how global institutions handle crises, and how leaders establish credibility and authority. At the same time, you’ll build practical abilities in debate, negotiation, and decision-making, helping you to communicate clearly and lead with assurance. The programme goes beyond theory, giving you the opportunity to apply ideas in practice, collaborate with peers, and begin developing the outlook of a future leader.
Future Global Leaders is a two-week programme designed for students who want to shape the future through diplomacy, policy, and international cooperation. It offers an immersive introduction to global affairs, where you’ll examine both the challenges and the opportunities of leadership in a world that is diverse and interconnected.
The course builds a global outlook. You’ll study themes such as international relations, economics, and human rights, gaining insight into the forces that influence decisions at an international level. Debates, model UN sessions, and scenario-based exercises allow you to test your ideas in practice, think critically about global issues, and develop strategies that aim to create meaningful change.
Cultural exchange is central. Working alongside peers from different countries, you’ll encounter a range of perspectives and learn how cultural understanding and empathy strengthen diplomacy. These interactions prepare you to communicate effectively and collaborate across borders.
Leadership training is also woven into the programme. Through workshops and practical tasks, you’ll explore leadership styles, practise motivating and guiding others, and reflect on how to adapt your approach to different challenges.
By the end of the two weeks, you’ll have gained both knowledge and confidence to take on leadership roles in international contexts. Future Global Leaders equips you with the mindset, skills, and experience to begin shaping a positive impact on the global stage.
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SBC generally offers 15 to 20 hours of tuition per week, depending on the course, combining taught components and skills based group project work. At Oxford College and Dukes Cambridge 25 hours of tuition are offered weekly, combining lectures, seminars, tutorials, and industry experience sessions.
SBC welcomes students of all English proficiency levels, from beginner to advanced. Placement tests are conducted in advance of student arrival to ensure students are placed in the appropriate class for their ability.
SBC ensures a high level of supervision. There is a dedicated team of welfare staff to supervise students 24/7. Staff-to-student ratios are typically high to ensure students are supported both academically and pastorally.
Earlscliffe fees include return transfers to/from London Heathrow and London Gatwick for flights/trains scheduled to arrive/depart between 9am-3pm on published arrival and departure days.
For other locations, students are provided with the option of using SBC's Shared Transfer Service from/to London Heathrow Airport and St. Pancras International.
When a student arrives, an SBC staff member wearing a bright yellow t-shirt will be waiting to greet her/him and accompany them to our Welcome Club. At Welcome Club, she/he will have the chance to meet other students arriving, have some light refreshments and relax. After a little rest, students will be accompanied by students and SBC staff to board the coach and be taken directly to the School in a private coach. The Shared Transfer Service can be used by students using the following flight times:
Flight landing time on arrival day: 06:00-17:00 Flight take-off time on departure day: 8:00-18:00 If you book a flight outside of these times or to/from another UK airport, we can look at sending a staff member in a taxi to collect or drop off your child, but it will cost more than the Shared Transfer Service. Quotations are available upon request.
Yes, course insurance is included in the cost of your course. This covers essential medical insurance, including emergency treatment and other related costs.
Yes, students receive a certificate of achievement at the end of the course, detailing their progress and any academic milestones they’ve reached. Students at Oxford College and Dukes Cambridge receive a Letter of Recommendation to support their university applications.
Students from countries outside the UK or Schengen Area may require a standard visitor visa. SBC provides supporting documentation, including confirmation letters, but students or their families are responsible for the visa application process. It’s recommended to apply for a visa well in advance. Please see the following website for more details: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa
