Applications for the 2022/23 Oxford Cultural Leaders (OCL) programmes:
OCL Online programme
The Oxford Cultural Leaders Online programme will take place May 2023 (new date). Applications to open early 2023. Please contact us to receive updates about the programme.
The 2022 Residential programme takes place 18-23 September 2022. Applications are open for the programme and close on Monday 27 June 2022. Please request an application form below.
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.
Once you are ready to apply, follow the steps below:
Ensure a Supporting Reference has been submitted on your behalf (instructions on the application form)
Await our response whilst applications are reviewed by the faculty panel
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 enterpreneurial 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.
Participants (both Home/EU and International) contribute the fee as listed above; the fee is inclusive of taxation and includes the cost of all tuition and your first year’s membership of the OCL alumni network.
OCL Residential Programme
2022 Course fees
1-15 employees
(not for profit)
£3,110
16 - 70 employees
(not for profit)
£3,800
71 - 150 employees
(not for profit)
£4,000
151+ employees
(not for profit)
£4,300
1-15 employees
(for profit)
£3,800
16 - 70 employees
(for profit)
£4,300
71 - 150 employees
(for profit)
£4,500
151+ employees
(for profit)
£5,000
Participants (both Home/EU and International) contribute the fee as listed above; the fee is inclusive of taxation 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 and pubs), and your first year’s membership of the OCL alumni network.