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Transformative Learning for Sustainable Living
Study, relax or attend a number of activities as part of our Summer Celebration. Click on the image for more information.
Through an innovative approach to learning, Schumacher College has helped thousands of organisations and individuals in understanding and finding solutions for the most pressing ecological and social concerns of modern life.
We are renowned for the excellent teachers that lead all our courses. People come to Schumacher College, in the heart of the Devon countryside, to discuss sustainability. What and how they learn stays with them for a lifetime.
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Courses coming up
Summer Celebration: Land, people, ideas
Starts: Sunday July 12, 2009
During this week, participants will experience the wealth of new ideas, natural beauty, and innovative projects which are clustered around Schumacher College and Dartington. The Summer Celebration provides an opportunity to enjoy time at Schumacher College on a less structured basis than a regular short course.
Walking with the Earth Pilgrim
Starts: Monday September 14, 2009
One week course | With Satish Kumar, on Dartmoor, participants will visit landscapes pictured in the documentary – woods, rivers, tors, stone circles, and the open moor – walking together, talking and sitting quietly. There will also be talks from resident College staff about Gaia theory, deep ecology and sustainability. read more…
Earth Jurisprudence and Community Resilience: Learning from Africa
Starts: Monday September 21, 2009
One week course | Mphatheleni (Mphathe) Makaulule, Colin Campbell, Liz Hosken | This course offers participants an opportunity to share experiences and learn how, in Africa and through a global alliance, community governance initiatives are drawing out Earth Jurisprudence thinking: recognising that our personal and community ethics, practices and governance systems have been inspired by nature for millennia. read more…
The laws of the humans must be replaced with the laws of the land; for we must remember that we are not the owners of the land.
Colin Campbell (Resurgence, July/ August 2009).
Latest news
Controversial law on Brazil land rights
Friday July 3, 2009
UK Guardian: Green fear over deal for Amazon squatters
Brazil’s president Lula has approved a controversial law which grants land rights to squatters occupying land in the Amazon — campaigners fear it will result in a further increase in deforestation of the Amazon region…
Employment Opportunity: Devon School for Social Entrepreneurs
Thursday June 25, 2009
As part of its rapid growth in the UK, and with recently secured funding, a new Devon SSE is being set up led by Dartington working with a coalition of county wide organisations. This new post of Learning Manager is integral to the success of Devon SSE in its first phase of development.
Newsletter June 2009
Friday June 12, 2009
Autumn booking open – early booking discounts available on many courses
There are early booking discounts for a limited number of applicants, and normal pricing will resume after 24 July. Take advantage of early booking – go straight to on-line booking for all courses
Events
Open Evening with Bernadette Brady
Wednesday July 8, 2009
8pm | Schumacher College
Bernadette Brady has worked as a professional astrologer since 1980 and, in this field, is also an internationally-recognized software designer, author, and lecturer.
The Global Citizenship Project - Preparation week
Monday October 26, 2009
First of two week series
A unique opportunity to be at the forefront of making connections from the heart of the Devon countryside to the myriad facets of India; pioneering a learning community in sustainable living, intercultural cooperation and human relationships.
The Global Citizenship Project - Reflection Week
Tuesday April 6, 2010
Second part of a two week series
A unique opportunity to be at the forefront of making connections from the heart of the Devon countryside to the myriad facets of India; pioneering a learning community in sustainable living, intercultural cooperation and human relationships.
Schumacher College is part of the Dartington Hall Trust, a company limited by guarantee, registered in England and as a charity (company no. 1485560, charity no. 279756). Registered office: The Elmhirst Centre, Dartington Hall, Totnes, Devon TQ9 6EL, UK.