WEA courses

From interpretating existing music, to creating your own, this intermediate level course will build on your existing knowledge to further develop your music making skills as part of a supportive online group.

Build your confidence using digital skills in your personal life and in the workplace. Understand how digital programmes and services can enhance your everyday life and simplify common tasks. Learn skills employers look for and improve your job prospects. If you’d like to learn digital skills for a better life, this course will teach you everything you need to know. This Level 1 digital skills course is suitable for improvers, as you will build upon your current digital device knowledge. Learn how to use the Microsoft Office programmes: create and edit text documents in Word, create spreadsheets and use number calculations in Excel, and use PowerPoint to create presentations. These are universal digital skills employers look for and can help you in a variety of job roles.

On this course you will specialise in advanced modern calligraphy techniques and applications. Explore experimental styles, multilingual scripts, and their practical use in various projects. Refine your personal calligraphy style and compile a comprehensive portfolio showcasing your progress and achievements. Practice integrating compressed and expanded letter forms into sophisticated designs for branding and professional applications. Conclude with a self-directed project where you explore new concepts and challenges in calligraphy, reflecting on your artistic growth throughout the course. This version emphasises individual skill development and exploration while still progressing through foundational, intermediate, and advanced techniques in modern calligraphy. Description: Mastering Techniques and Personal Projects Continuing on a journey of artistic mastery and self-expression in modern calligraphy course, building on last terms techniques. Designed for advanced students and seasoned calligraphers, this 12-week term focuses on honing your skills to achieve precision, creativity, and personal style in your calligraphy practice. This term we will continue to explore this ever-expanding form of art and craft with some fun styles. Refine your composition and layout skills as you tackle more complex projects and thematic challenges, exploring a variety of styles the include challenging inclines and mastering compressed and expanded letter styles. Exploration of digital calligraphy and its integration with traditional techniques to create stunning artworks. Guided by your tutor, you’ll delve into developing a unique calligraphic style that reflects your personality and artistic vision. Throughout the term, work on personal projects and receive constructive feedback to push the boundaries of your creativity. This a wonderful activity that can be both relaxing and a fulfilling hobby, this term will empower you to master advanced techniques,explore new artistic horiz

This 10-week course is an introduction to the art the United States. It will take us from colonial portraiture and early American history painting to mid-century abstract art. Artists as diverse as John Singleton Copley, Thomas Cole, Mary Cassatt, Jacob Lawrence, Georgia O’Keeffe and Jackson Pollock will be studied with a range of figurative to abstract painters we will look at how art progressed through different styles, and the context with in which they took place. Join us to uncover how historical events, cultural shifts, and artistic innovations shaped the nation’s visual identity.

Are you bilingual? Ever thought about using your language skills to help out in the community? Did you know you can get many jobs with languages? If you speak English and another language fluently, you could make a great community interpreter. This community interpreter course gives you an introduction to the language and interpreting skills needed for this type of work. It can teach you foundational concepts to test your community interpreting skills informally with family or friends. This course can prepare you to help members of your family or community to overcome language barriers in their everyday lives. It can also help you decide if you’re interested in pursuing community interpreting jobs.

Are you bilingual? Ever thought about using your language skills to help out in the community? Did you know you can get many jobs with languages? If you speak English and another language fluently, you could make a great community interpreter. This community interpreter course gives you an introduction to the language and interpreting skills needed for this type of work. It can teach you foundational concepts to test your community interpreting skills informally with family or friends. This course can prepare you to help members of your family or community to overcome language barriers in their everyday lives. It can also help you decide if you’re interested in pursuing community interpreting jobs.

There are many reasons to study this English functional skills course but you might be surprised to know that they’re not academic. Whether you want to feel more confident at public speaking or would like to study an apprenticeship or traineeship, this Level 2 English Functional Skills course can help you achieve your goals in a fun and practical way. Functional skills courses teach you English skills for learning, life, and work- not just to pass an exam. Enjoy the learning process as you watch your vocabulary grow, your spelling improve, and your confidence soar. If you’re fed up with academic courses and want to learn English in a practical and gratifying way, you won’t regret taking this English functional skills level 2 course. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.

Give your mind and body a boost with this fun and friendly dance workout. You will join in dance routines to a wide variety of music, tone your body, improve strength and coordination and release endorphins to improve your mood and set you up for the day ahead.

If you love music and singing then this course is for you. The course has been written for people who attend the Better Futures day centre in Plymouth. On this course you will learn how to improve your singing technique and how to play different percussion instruments from all over the world. On this course we encourage you to listen and learn about different types of music and enjoy making music alongside others in the group. You do not need to know anything about music to join this course, you just need to join in and have a go.

Are you looking for a relaxing hobby to help you unwind? Creating moments of calm in the day is essential for our emotional well-being and mental health. Step into the world of mindful crafts with this course and enjoy art for relaxation. This creativity course allows you to explore your art and craft skills to find practices that soothe you. Whether you enjoy drawing, painting, origami, or craft-making, art courses can help you find a relaxing hobby.