Embercombe provides transformative programmes and courses for university students and young adults from less advantaged backgrounds, as well as for student and staff groups, departments and entire Universities.
The higher education programmes for students are designed to complement and enrich the learning experience. They focus on aspects of education that can rarely be addressed in a typical university setting - aspects that are essential for navigating a world of social, economic and environmental challenges with the potential for a more just and sustainable future.
As long-established people and organisation development consultants, we also work with departments, universities, student and staff groups who want to instigate change initiatives to address some of the pressing issues of our time, build strong and resilient teams, and define their direction they wish to take.
For individuals...
The Catalyst Course
A five-day residential programme for university students and young adults who are concerned about social or environmental issues and want to use their unique gifts, talents and skills to make a difference. Catalyst is open to individuals and groups from around the world, running twice a year - click here for details.
Do it! I promise you it will be one of the best and most important things you will ever take part in.”
Isobel Bidwell, Exeter University, 2009
For groups, epartments and universities.....
Crossroads
‘Crossroads’ is an intensive weekend designed for students of business related post-graduate degrees, such as MBAs, Sustainable Development, Management, Leadership, and Social Entrepreneurship. It provides space for reflection, replenishment, and the context in which to explore your values and direction: How can you pursue a path of authentic leadership, meaning and purpose and contribute meaningfully during these critical times of change? Crossroads can be booked by a department or student group. (click here for details).
"This weekend filled a gap for me. MBA/University programmes are so busy that there is very little time to think through the bigger questions of why you are there and where you want to go.”
Jessica Lax, Said Business School, Oxford University, 2009
Bespoke partnership & induction programmes
Embercombe offers residential programmes which are designed and delivered in partnership with a range of undergraduate and post-graduate courses and degrees, complementing academic course work with innovative, experiential learning modules on key topics such as sustainability, land-based education, authentic leadership, sustainable crafts, working effectively in teams, and understanding the global context. Residential induction days can set the context for a degree or module, stimulating motivation to get started, and build a community of learners. Please contact
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"What a wonderful setting to experience the natural environment and to form a bond with fellow degree students"
Elizabeth Davison, Plymouth University, 2009
"A fantastic experience in a magical setting"
Caittin Vire, Plymouth University, 2009
Field Trips
Day-trips to Embercombe can be tailored to students from any module or course. The day at Embercombe typically includes a tour of the centre, physical activity, lunch and a workshop or discussion. The trip may focus on studying in the context of social or environmental challenges, sustainable living, sustainable crafts, personal development in a learning context, authentic leadership, and team building. Please contact
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University and College staff training
Embercombe’s consultants have years of experience in designing and delivering leadership development, vision and values, team building, personal development, conflict resolution and culture change programmes. We have worked with a range of clients including multinational corporations e.g. Unilever (UK, Italy, Poland, Turkey, Asia); entreneurial businesses e.g. Innocent; and academic institutions such as Ashridge Management College and Exeter University. Please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information.
