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PCSB involves:
• Attendance at three workshops: a two-day workshop at Clare College, in central Cambridge, followed by two, three-day, residential workshops at Madingley Hall in Cambridge;
• Submission of two individual assignments undertaken between workshops and supported by a programme tutor;
• Submission of group research project undertaken with a small group of 5–7 participants, supported by a programme tutor. Groups work on their projects at and between workshops, and an online platform is provided to aid collaboration;
• Willingness to cooperate with fellow participants, share ideas generously and contribute to the fullest extent.
It is estimated that participants need to undertake at least 3–4 hours of work every week to complete the programme successfully.
Full participation at all three workshops is required, as well as regular access to email, the internet and telephone to enable group collaboration between workshops.
Successful completion of PCSB results in a Postgraduate Certificate awarded by the University of Cambridge. This carries 60 CATS points at Level M and is equivalent to one-third of a Master's degree.
Candidates who have successfully completed PCSB are welcome to apply for the Master of Studies in Sustainability Leadership, also delivered by CPSL.
Alternatively, it may be possible to transfer the CATS points to Level M programmes of other higher education institutions. As institutions vary on their policies of accepting transferred credits you should contact your preferred institution for further advice.
Madingley Hall
Accommodation and Facilities
The 16th Century Madingley Hall was rented by Queen Victoria in the 1860s as a residence for the then Prince of Wales when he was an undergraduate at Cambridge University. Madingley Hall is set in landscaped grounds of over seven acres.
All bedrooms have en suite facilities and are equipped with telephones and internet connections but there are no alarm clocks or hairdryers so you may wish to bring your own. Please note that Madingley Hall does not accept payment by AMEX or Diners Card.
Meals will be served in the historic dining room, and the main sessions will be held in the Saloon. There is a common room, where newspapers are provided, and a bar-lounge. Office facilities are available, including a fax and message service.
Directions to Madingley
Travelling by Rail
Frequent, fast trains run to Cambridge from London's King's Cross and Liverpool Street and there are good cross-country links from many other parts of the UK. Cambridge Station is 20 minutes from Madingley Hall by taxi.
Travelling by Coach
National Express run regular coach services from London Victoria and other destinations to the Cambridge Bus Station on Drummer Street. There are also regular coach services to London airports. Cambridge Bus Station is 20 minutes from Madingley Hall by taxi.
Travelling by Car
Madingley Hall is situated 3 miles west of Cambridge, and is easily accessible from the M11, the A14 and the A1. By car, central London is about 90 minutes away.
From the North (via A1): leave the A14 for Dry Drayton, just after Bar Hill. In Dry Drayton, turn left just before the church. At the T-junction in Madingley turn right. After 100 yards, the Hall is on the left.
From Newmarket and the East (via A14): leave the Cambridge northern by-pass on the slip-road leading to the M11/A1307/A14 –signed Huntingdon A14. Immediately after re-joining the A14 fork left for Madingley village. Pass the Three Horseshoes public house on the left. After 100 yards find the Hall gates on the right, opposite a left turn to Cambridge.
From the South (via M11): leave M11 at junction 13 signed Bedford & Cambridge (A428/A1303). Turn left towards Bedford (A428). 250 yards on, turn right into Madingley. In just over a mile come to a T-junction with the Hall gates in front.
From the West (via A428): after the Dry Drayton-Hardwick roundabout, the single carriageway becomes a dual carriageway. Half a mile on, take the slip road on the left signed Cambridge and Madingley. At the roundabout turn left for Madingley. The Hall gates are on the left, opposite the road signposted for Cambridge.
Parking
There is ample car-parking space at the Hall. Cars may be left in front of the main Hall during registration, but should then be taken to the car park.
Travelling by Air
The nearest airport is London Stansted, 30 minutes from Cambridge by car, with many services to many UK and European destinations. It is connected to Cambridge by a good rail link.. Regular bus services operate between Cambridge and Stansted, Heathrow, Gatwick and Luton airports. Cambridge is 20 minutes from Madingley Hall by taxi.
Maps
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Further Information and Contact Details
Madingley Hall
Madingley
Cambridge
CB23 8AQ
Tel: +44 (0)1954 280280 (Main Switchboard)
Fax: +44 (0)1954 280290 (Main Switchboard)
Further information can be found on the Madingley Hall website.
Clare College, Cambridge
Photograph: University of Cambridge
Accommodation and Facilities
The second oldest College in Cambridge, Clare boasts 17th century architecture, stunning gardens and a convenient venue location in central Cambridge, either side of the River Cam. The college has also demonstrated its commitment to environmental management, topping the Cambridge University Environmental Consulting Society (CUECS) Management League Table for the second year running.
Bedrooms are modern and comfortable, with en suite bathrooms and internet access. All rooms are provided with tea/coffee making facilities, towels and toiletries. A clean towel will be supplied every day. Beds are made and serviced every day apart from Sundays.
Most of the day activities are hosted at the Gillespie Centre on site, a new conference centre with wireless connectivity and modern audio visual facilities. The Gillespie Centre uses solar thermal panels and a ground source heat pump for efficient heating and cooling. Energy consumption is kept to a minimum with extensive insulation and large, solar coated, south facing windows which limit heat gain in the summer.
Directions to Clare College
Travelling by Road
Cambridge is linked to London and the M25 by the M11 motorway. For Clare College, exit at junction 12 for Barton Road or junction 13 for Madingley Road.
Access from the Midlands and North is via the A14 and A1. From whichever direction you approach you should make for the A14 to the north of Cambridge. Merge with the M11 and leave at junction 12.
If you are using a satellite navigation system, our postcode (CB3 9AJ) takes you to the rear of the College. Once you arrive on Queens Road, please continue along until you see large black gates and a yellow and black sign saying Clare College, Memorial Court.
If you are arriving by bicycle we have bike sheds at the front entrance of Memorial Court, which are covered by CCTV. All delegates are advised to use a secure lock.
Parking
Car parking for up to 100 cars is available at a nearby sports ground car park with prior notice. Public car parks are available at Park Street and the Grand Arcade both 300 meters from the College in central Cambridge.
Travelling by Rail
Cambridge is less than an hour away from London by train with frequent departures from King's Cross and Liverpool Street stations. Some direct services operate from Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester and Nottingham. Cambridge Station is about a 25-minute walk from Clare, but buses run every 8 minutes into the centre of Cambridge and taxis are available for hire at Cambridge Station.
Travelling by Coach
There are frequent services between London's Victoria Coach Station and Drummer Street Bus Station in Cambridge. Most services will terminate from Cambridge Bus Station, from here it is only a 5-minute walk to Clare Old Court.
Travelling by Air
London Stansted Airport is located just 30 miles south of Cambridge, is 35 minutes away via the M11 motorway and is the most convenient international airport but there are also regular flights from most European destinations. Heathrow and Gatwick are both approximately 2 hours away by road or rail, and there are frequent coach connections to Cambridge (Drummer Street Bus Station) from all three airports. NB: If taking a taxi be sure to ask to be dropped off at Clare College, Memorial Court in Queen's Road.
Maps
Link to maps for Clare College