UWC Short Courses

UWC Short Courses’ history

Since the very first UWC short course took place in Malta in 1978, organizers have been delivering an increasing number of short courses year after year centered around the UWC mission of making education a force to unite people, nations, and cultures for peace and a sustainable future.

In 2018, as part of the UWC Strategy: 2018 and Beyond, ambitious targets were set for UWC short courses to become an even stronger pillar of UWC impact by significantly increasing the number of participants accessing a UWC experience through a UWC short course each year.

These targets were set in recognition of the fact that a UWC education is not and should not be exclusive to UWC schools and colleges. In order to make the UWC mission a reality - a UWC education must be made accessible to as many young people as possible. UWC short courses are a key factor in expanding the reach of UWC and its impact, with all former short course participants graduating to become part of the UWC alumni community of changemakers.

what we do

Embodying Earth Junior

JUNE 22-27, 2026

Embodying Earth: Junior is a shortened version of our Embodying Earth program for younger learners between the ages of 12 and 14. Endorsed as a UWC Short Course, this program guides participants to connect deeply with nature, learn about our planet, and explore how they can better care for themselves, each other and the Earth.

Embodying Earth

July 6-14, 2026

Embodying Earth: Leadership for a Regenerative Future is an experiential changemaking program that empowers youth to drive regenerative change. Endorsed as a UWC Short Course, this program weaves together sustainability science, mindfulness practices, the wisdom of local leaders, and direct engagement to create a regenerative learning experience.

Doing Good

July 26-August 3, 2026

Doing Good: for Self, Society, and the World is an experiential program that invites youth to question, explore and practice what living a good life means for them. Endorsed as a UWC Short Course, this programs weaves together local wisdom, intercultural dialogue, and philosophical reflections to explore questions like "What does it really mean to live a good life?" and "What does it truly take to be a good person?"