The Faculty of Global Leadership prepares you to navigate the complexities of international relations, diplomacy, and governance.
The Faculty of Global Leadership prepares you to navigate the complexities of international relations, diplomacy, and governance. This programme is designed for students who want to explore how decisions are made on a global scale and how leaders shape the world around them. Through case studies, simulations, and collaborative projects, you’ll develop the insight and skills to take on leadership roles in a connected world.
The Global Leadership pathway at Earlscliffe focuses on the skills and knowledge needed to guide teams, shape policy and respond to international challenges. Over two weeks you’ll study leadership theory alongside practical exercises that place you in the role of decision-maker.
The course introduces you to diplomacy, negotiation and global governance. You’ll explore how leaders operate in political, economic and social contexts, and examine the impact of their choices on communities and nations.
Practical work includes simulations of international summits, role-play negotiations and group decision-making exercises. These sessions develop your ability to analyse problems quickly, build consensus and present strategies with clarity.
Teamwork is central. You’ll work with peers on projects that demand collaboration across cultures and perspectives, reflecting the realities of leadership in global settings.
Studying Global Leadership at Earlscliffe equips you with skills that extend beyond the classroom. It prepares you for future study or careers where communication, problem-solving and international awareness are essential.
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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
