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Art Appreciation: Renaissance art in 16th century Europe
This course in art appreciation provides close attentions to particular works of art from Leonardo da Vinci and Albrecht Dürer to Michelangelo and Pieter Breughel. The focus will be upon specific paintings, sculptures, prints and drawings in relation to who the works were for, how the decisions about visual presentations were determined and the integration of pictorial practice with contemporary ideas.
The course uses a secure digital learning portal for all the classes and for communications with the tutor and access to learning materials. The course would be appropriate for both experienced viewers of art and those new to the subject.
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 22/07/2025Times:11:15am - 12:45pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Allen FisherCourse code:Q00019460How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £44.40
Personal Development: Build your resilience
Feeling overwhelmed by life's constant challenges? This 7-week emotional resilience course equips you with powerful tools to navigate uncertainty and build inner strength.
Explore how your thoughts, emotions, and experiences influence your mental wellbeing and overall resilience. Discover effective coping strategies to manage stress, stay positive, and communicate effectively in your social circles.
By examining your life perspective and approach, you'll gain the confidence to recharge your batteries and cultivate a more positive outlook.
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:14 sessionsLocation:KCU Ltd at Fuller Church (Kettering)
51 Gold Street
Kettering
NN16 8JBTutor:Caroline SmyCourse code:Q00016764How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
Personal Development: Gratitude journaling
This 7-week course is your gateway to a more fulfilling life! Discover the transformative power of gratitude journaling, a practice that combines mindfulness and writing to boost your wellbeing.
Explore how expressing gratitude can shift your perspective and cultivate a more positive outlook. Learn practical journaling techniques to track your everyday blessings and witness the uplifting impact on your mood.
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:14 sessionsLocation:KCU Ltd at Fuller Church (Kettering)
51 Gold Street
Kettering
NN16 8JBTutor:Caroline SmyCourse code:Q00016769How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
Creative Writing: moments of looking - creative writing and photos
This course will explore how photos can be used as a vital stimulus for creative writing. Over two days, you will look at the work of some of the world’s finest photographers, from André Kertesz, to Walker Evans and Garry Winogrand. Using these images as starting point, the course will explore how other photos can be used as a means of unlocking your own powers of creative writing and observation. The course will also look at how established authors have used photographs in their own work, from John Berger, to Susan Sontag, Tony Harrison and Geoff Dyer
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 10/06/2025Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:2 sessionsLocation:Kresen Kernow (Redruth)
Kresen Kernow
Little Vauxhall
Redruth
TR15 1ASTutor:Mark CreesCourse code:Q00016900How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Personal Development: Citizenship, confidence and living in the UK
This course will provide students with a grounding in British values and living in the UK, learners will look at the cultures and identities present in the UK and apply them to our community by exploring our commanalities and differences.
students will be encouraged to practice English language skills in a variety of everyday contexts in order to help them to be ready to become more positively involved in their communities.
This course is targeted at a beginners level. It is for a targeted closed group of asylum seeker men who are residing in a hotel in Doncaster.
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Dates:Tue 03/06/2025 -
Tue 24/06/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Carrie HansonCourse code:Q00015501How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £29.60
Personal Development: Health and safety at home
During this 6 week introduction to health and safety within the home, will covering all the main health and safety risks within the home, for example, manual handling, trips and falls, COSHH, food safety and food allergens.
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Dates:Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 16/07/2025Location:KCU Ltd at Fuller Church (Kettering)
51 Gold Street
Kettering
NN16 8JBCourse code:Q00016770How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
Level 1 ESOL: ESOL for Driving Theory Pt. 2 (Level 1)
Welcome to the ‘Driving Theory part 2’, course. On this course you will focus on essential knowledge for safe driving. Students will explore traffic laws, road signs, and driving regulations in-depth. Practical sessions cover defensive driving techniques, hazard perception, and strategies for various road conditions. Interactive exercises and mock theory tests simulate real-world scenarios to enhance learning and readiness for the official exam. By the course's end, participants will have a solid understanding of road safety principles, equipped to navigate the roads responsibly and confidently. This course prepares students effectively for the driving theory test, ensuring they grasp crucial concepts necessary for becoming safe and competent drivers.
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Dates:Wed 04/06/2025 -
Tue 17/06/2025Times:9:45am - 11:45amDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AUTutor:Irma GoughCourse code:Q00017829How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
Pre-Entry Digital Skills: Advanced Part 2
This is a natural follow on course for those who have completed Part 1. It brings together all the Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Edge and Powerpoint apps. You will add a spreadsheet and a video into Powerpoint. Sort and filter data in a spreadsheet. Keep an online diary of your learner in preparation for future courses.
The course will also cover knowledge to troubleshoot and fix common issues you may encounter with digital devices. By understanding the basics of digital creation software and tools, you'll be equipped to handle a range of tasks, from simple edits to more complex projects. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 16/07/2025Times:10:00am - 12:30pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Watch Charity Ltd (Coventry)
10-12 Victoria Street
Coventry
CV1 5LZTutor:Shirley BateCourse code:Q00015719How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £73.50
Art Practical: Learn to Paint Animals
Explore the art of animal painting with our Art Practical: Learn to Paint Animals course. Learn techniques for capturing the beauty and character of animals in your artwork. Ideal for artists of all levels interested in animal portraiture.
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Dates:Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025Times:9:00am - 10:30amDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Abi KremerCourse code:Q00017769How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30
Art Practical: Introduction to Abstract Art
Unleash your creativity with our Art Practical: Introduction to Abstract Art course. Learn how to express yourself through abstract forms and explore new artistic techniques. Ideal for artists and crafters looking to experiment with abstraction.
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Dates:Wed 04/06/2025 -
Wed 09/07/2025Times:11:00am - 12:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Abi KremerCourse code:Q00017770How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30