The AUDE Summer School took place on 9 - 12 June 2025, University of Plymouth (THE Outstanding Estates Team of the Year campus). 

About the AUDE Summer School 

This residential programme nurtures emerging talent in higher education estates and facilities management. Delegates hear from current estates directors and sector experts on key topical areas of estates and facilities management. This residential is a year long programme and commitment, the learning will not stop after the residential has finished. The residential will provide a network of peers to strike up a working relationship with, which for many will be sustained into the future. Summer School will work best if its impact has longevity, so post-event there will be a written assignment, which will consist of the groups summer school highlights (c.1,200 words). The groups will then follow this paper up with an written outline of their group project surrounding a working title provided at the residential (c.3000 words). To finish off the programme there will be an 'alumni' get-together and group presentations around 5 months after the residential to ensure learning has been put into practice. The project group shown to be the most impactful will be invited to present at AUDE's conference in 2026. 

Who does this residential suit? 

• This programme is for aspiring future senior leaders
• Members of HE estates and facilities who are on their way to a career as a senior manager, deputy director, director of estates and FM 
• Individuals with the potential to grow from perhaps a generic or more junior role 
• More senior professionals within a niche role who wish to expand their breadth of knowledge. 
• Example roles suitable for this course might include; projects portfolio manager, associate director, head of estate management etc 
• We would recommend delegates have a solid understanding of the sector and matters affecting estates and facilities management professionals. 

What skills and learning to expect from the residential? 

• Understanding the specifics of estates and facilities in higher education  
• Opportunity to build networks  
• Get up to date on current thinking and practice 
• Gain exposure to significant high profile figures in higher education 
• Learn new skills and methods for application 
• Proactive learning 
• Nurturing team skills 
• Influencing and leadership skills 
• Practical learning 
• Stakeholder management skills 
• Effective communication 
• Real life case studies 
• Strategic thinking 

For any queries and to register your interest in attending next year please contact Corinne on 07543 221076 or email corinne@aude.ac.uk. 

The AUDE Summer School is CPD accredited.

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