Application & Fees

 

Applications for the 2024 Oxford Cultural Leaders (OCL) programmes: 

OCL Online programme

The 2024 OCL Online programme will take place 22 to 26 April 2024.  Applications have closed. Please contact us for details or for help with any questions.

  Contact us about OCL
 

OCL Residential programme

The 2024 Residential programme will take place  15 to 20 September 2024. Applications are now open. Please complete the form on this page to download our application form.  

  Download an application form
 

If you would like to receive notifications regarding future OCL programmes please contact Emma Thomas, OCL Programme Coordinator: ocl@glam.ox.ac.uk

 

 

"OCL is not a programme, it is an experience. You won't think the same way again."
Ben Sullivan, Managing Director, Biblioteca UK

How to apply

The application process is competitive. A panel of faculty members consider applications based on the potential of applicants to contribute to OCL, share knowledge and expertise, and provide peer support - all core to the programme's
success.

To apply for OCL please follow the steps below:

  1. When applications are open, submit your details to download the application form. 
  2. Submit the application form and your CV via email before the deadline
  3. ​​​​​​Ensure a Supporting Reference has been submitted on your behalf (full instructions are included on the application form)
  4. Await our response whilst applications are reviewed by the faculty panel
  5. On confirmation of your place, pay course fees and receive programme details

In their submission applicants should demonstrate how they aspire to be innovative and entrepreneurial and their desire to have an impact on their organisation and the broader cultural sector.

If you have any questions or would like advice on the application process please contact Emma Thomas, OCL Coordinator, at ocl@glam.ox.ac.uk.

Download our application form

 

Fees

OCL Online Programme  
2024 Course fees  
1-15 employees
(not for profit)		 £1,250
16 - 70 employees
(not for profit)		 £1,660
71 - 150 employees
(not for profit)		 £2,370
151+ employees
(not for profit)		 £3,000
   
1-15 employees
(for profit)		 £2,310
16 - 70 employees
(for profit)		 £3,000
71 - 150 employees
(for profit)		 £3,700
151+ employees
(for profit)		 £4,390

 

Participants (both Home/EU and International) contribute the fee as listed above; the fee is inclusive of tax and includes the cost of all tuition, and one OCL alumni network online session of your choice to be taken during the first year following your programme.

 

OCL Residential Programme  
2024 Course fees  
1-15 employees
(not for profit)		 £3,830
16 - 70 employees
(not for profit)		 £4,690
71 - 150 employees
(not for profit)		 £4,930
151+ employees
(not for profit)		 £5,300
   
1-15 employees
(for profit)		 £4,950
16 - 70 employees
(for profit)		 £5,300
71 - 150 employees
(for profit)		 £5,570
151+ employees
(for profit)		 £6,130

 

Participants (both Home/EU and International) contribute the fee as listed above; the fee is inclusive of tax and includes the cost of all tuition, accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner (with the exception of one evening when participants are able to explore Oxford and its many restaurants). 

 

Introduction to Oxford Cultural Leaders Programme

https://www.youtube.com/embed/JxrUeHehbr8?wmode=opaque&controls=&rel=0

Download an application form for OCL Residential 2024

If you would like to receive a copy of the application form please submit your details through the form below. You will receive an automated response with a link to the application form which includes full instructions for the application process.

Receipt of the application form does not constitute any obligation to complete a submission.

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