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Literature: Nordic Noir
This course will examine the publishing phenomenon of
Nordic Noir, locating its roots in the early twentieth century,
before exploring four contemporary novels from the genre.
Our texts will be Doctor Glas by Hjalmar Soderberg; Smilla’s
Sense of Snow by Peter Hoeg; The Bird Tribunal - Agnes
Ravatn; The Flatey Enigma - Viktor Arnor Ingolfson and
Missing - Karin Alvtegen.
These texts will take us inside the mind of Nordic Noir and we
will evaluate the common features of the genre and its
relationship with crime-fiction, horror and recent forms of
Gothic literature.
There will be ample scope for lively discussion in our sessions
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 28/11/2024Times:7:00pm - 9:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Stephen SmithCourse code:Q00017459How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Fitness and Exercise: Movement to Music
A fun and friendly exercise class to get you moving and having fun.
This course is for adults who use a wheelchair or with limited mobility, but all abilities are welcome to join in at your own pace.
Blow away the cobwebs with a workout to your favourite feel good music; a great mixture of oldies and new songs too.
Join in with a gentle warm up, then an upper body work out based on dance moves including pom poms, tambourines, and ribbons.
Have fun with ball games with your friends and finish with a relaxing cool down and stretch.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024Times:11:00am - 12:30pmDuration:14 sessionsLocation:Ashley Place (Bognor Regis)
Kings Parade
Bognor Regis
PO21 2QPTutor:Suzanne SwainCourse code:Q00010879How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £88.20
Personal Development: Access to Services
This course is designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to access a wide range of public and community services effectively. Participants will learn how to identify and navigate essential services, including healthcare, education, social services, housing, and legal aid. Through guided instruction, case studies, and practical exercises, students will become proficient in understanding their rights, locating resources, and advocating for themselves and others. This course is ideal for those looking to enhance their ability to access and utilize vital services within their community.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 28/11/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:CREST (South Shields)
95 Fowler Street
South Shields
NE33 1NUTutor:Hoda DarawshaCourse code:Q00019320How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Foreign Languages: Conversations on Art and Culture, in French
Would you like to learn about art and at the same time practice your French? This course is for you! During ten weeks, we will discuss a series of topics related to art and culture. The course aims to enrich your knowledge of art history, develop your French vocabulary, and boost your confidence when speaking French. Please see the longer description for a list of the themes we will study. . Language skills: This is not a language course. To follow this course, it is desirable to have a good level in French (probably upper intermediate, or B2 and above). The group will be small and the atmosphere relaxed and tolerant. If your French is a bit rusty, it is OK! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 05/12/2024Times:1:15pm - 3:15pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Caroline LevisseCourse code:Q00017439How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £74.00
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Art Practical: Art for Wellbeing
Learners will work with the tutor to improve confidence in their ability to develop their artistic skills and creativity within oil painting. You will be developing the skills to create a detailed landscape painting; challenging yourself to try new and different subjects.
You will learn using a range of different teaching and learning activities, to include watching and following step by step demonstrations, with one-to-one help and guidance from a friendly and encouraging tutor.
You will learn in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment, working together with your fellow learners and the tutor.
This course is suitable for a complete beginner but also for those wanting to improve their existing skills in painting.
No prior knowledge is needed, just a desire to learn and begin your journey to develop your artistic skills.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 05/12/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Hull Quaker Meeting House (HULL)
2-10 Bean Street
HULL
HU3 2PRTutor:Julie SmithCourse code:Q00019296How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £84.00
Entry Level English: English for Social Care
This online, tutor-led course is designed for international social care staff who are ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) students. Over 10 weeks, participants will engage in 15 hours of learning to enhance their speaking, listening, writing, and reading skills. The course aims to significantly improve conversational abilities, familiarise participants with care-specific terminology, and boost their overall confidence in using English within a social care setting.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 21/11/2024Times:6:00pm - 7:30pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Molly DrakeCourse code:Q00019283How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £55.50
Pre-Entry Essential Digital Skills: Digital Skills for Everyday Living
Does the thought of using computers, the internet and other digital technologies leave you feeling out of touch and overwhelmed? Have you thought about gaining some digital skills but didn’t know quite where to turn? If the answer to these questions is a resounding “Yes!” then you will feel right at home on our new Digital Skills for Everyday Living course. Here at the WEA, we have been busy developing this new and exciting course for people with little or no experience of digital technologies who want to acquire the skills to become ‘digitally literate’ in their everyday life and work. Our aim is to empower you to confidently engage with the digital world of laptops, smart phones, email, news, word processing, social media, entertainment, shopping and more.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 05/12/2024Times:9:30am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Evolve Club
Strelley Social Club
Helston Drive
Nottingham
NG8 6JZTutor:Andrew RolesCourse code:Q00018788How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £105.00
History: The House of Lancaster
The emergence of the House of Lancaster could have led to a major decline of the English realm, yet it achieved its greatest success against the enemy of France. We will begin by looking at the latter part of Henry IV’s reign, and his struggle with his own eldest son the Prince of Wales, and in particular focus on how that rivalry manifested itself in a competition between Henry’s sons. Thereafter however we will then go on to concentrate on the Agincourt campaign under Henry V and the subsequent consequences of the renewed conflict of the Hundred Years’ War.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 12/12/2024Times:7:00pm - 9:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Gary SlatorCourse code:Q00018320How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:4 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £88.80
Craft: Sewing for Improvers
This course is designed for individuals who have basic sewing experience and want to further develop their skills. Participants will build on their foundational knowledge to tackle more complex sewing projects, learn advanced techniques, and refine their craftsmanship. From mastering different types of stitches and seams to working with various fabrics and patterns, this course will empower students to create more intricate garments and textile projects. Ideal for those looking to enhance their sewing abilities, this course combines practical hands-on experience with creative exploration.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 12/12/2024Times:12:00pm - 2:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Ocean Road Community Association (South
Ocean Road
South Shields
NE33 2DWTutor:Anila MaqboolCourse code:Q00019440How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
History: History Walks
London is one of the most diverse cities in the world. Many distinct places lie within its boundaries. There are many unusual corners, unexpected history, remarkable buildings, and fascinating characters which illustrate the city’s development both socially and culturally. These eight autumn walks will reveal contrasting parts of London and show how Londoners lived and worked, how they were entertained, how they travelled, how they constructed bridges. We shall meet novelists, con men, rock stars, minor royalty, politicians, a whole panoply of London life. In addition, these walks for two hours long will bring the benefit of healthy exercise!
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 14/11/2024Times:11:00am - 1:00pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:Meeting at: Paddington Station Info Desk
Overground Station
Praed Street
London
W2 1HUTutor:Guy RowstonCourse code:Q00017442How you'll learn:In venueStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £80.00