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History: Journey along The Silk Road – a 6-week history of Exploration, Trade, Culture and Exchange
This course is re-run of the Spring term course: Embark on a fascinating journey through time and space as we unravel the mysteries and marvels of the Silk Road. This 6-week course offers a comprehensive exploration of one of the most significant trade routes in history, tracing its origins, evolution, and enduring legacy. From the bustling marketplaces of ancient cities to the cross-cultural exchanges that shaped empires, we will delve into the rich tapestry of cultures, economies, and ideas that flourished along this ancient network of trade routes. This course will offer a rich interdisciplinary exploration of the Silk Road, drawing on historical texts, archaeological evidence, visual media, and discussion to deepen understanding of its pivotal influence in world history.
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Dates:Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 27/05/2025Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kate AntoniouCourse code:Q00018509How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:3 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £48.00
Literature: Portraits of Society, 1954 – 1961 The Angry Decade?
Explore the literature of the "Angry Decade" with our Literature: Portraits of Society, 1954 – 1961 The Angry Decade? course. Analyze works from this tumultuous period in British literature, reflecting on social change and cultural upheaval. Ideal for literature enthusiasts and students of modern British history.
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Dates:Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 24/06/2025Times:2:30pm - 4:30pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Catherine HumphrisCourse code:Q00016888How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Everyday Digital Skills
This course for digital skills is suitable for anyone who wants to learn or refresh their digital skills, from beginners to lower level (English Pre-entry to Entry 1 levels). You will learn digital related vocabulary and familiarise yourself with Zoom and/or Teams features to assist with online learning. On this course you will get to grips with keyboard functions and using Microsoft. Additionally, you will understand online safety and how to register with the NHS app.
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Dates:Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 08/07/2025Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:11 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Heena AjmalCourse code:Q00018508How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £81.40
Entry Level Digital Skills: Google - How to use Google Doc
Discover the wonderful world of Google Docs:
This short taster course will introduce you to the basics of Google Docs including an overview of how to create and implement it, what you can do with Google Docs and how to use it across applications. We will be using data provided on a Google account to use Google Docs.
Whether you have studied the content before or are completely new to it,
you will find value on this programme.
You do not need any special tools to attend, just yourself and some enthusiasm.
Start your Google Docs journey today by registering for this course.
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Dates:Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 20/05/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Peter BrownCourse code:Q00017446How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
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- Join our popular, award-winning weekly lecture series,
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Cooking Practical: Cooking for Summer
The purpose of this course is to promote your confidence and independence through cooking. This course is about learning what is meant by seasonal summer foods and dishes. The course will explore a range of savoury and sweet foods and dishes associated with the summer months. You will look at why these foods and dishes are seen as summer foods. For example, you will look at vegetables and fruit grown and harvested in the summer and why the fruit and vegetables work so well to be eaten at this time of year. There will be weekly opportunities to prepare summer dishes.
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Dates:Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 22/07/2025Times:9:30am - 1:30pmDuration:13 sessionsLocation:Sacred Heart Church Hall
8 Townsend Road
Minehead
TA24 5RGTutor:Rebecca WilliamsCourse code:Q00017180How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £218.40
History: History of Ideas: The Big Questions Part 2
One of the most fascinating aspects of the history of ideas is learning how ideas have a life of their own, influencing society and culture through successive generations in different ways. In this 6-week course we’ll focus on a different important and influential question each week. We cover philosophy, literature, science and history. We’ll read and discuss selected extracts which will be circulated beforehand. The course covers a sweep of over 2000 years, from the ancient Greeks to modern times.
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Dates:Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 27/05/2025Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Enfield Baptist Church (Enfield) (Enfiel
Cecil Road
Enfield
EN2 6TGTutor:Brandon RobshawCourse code:Q00017976How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £72.00
Fitness and Exercise: Seated Aerobics
Get Moving and Feel Empowered!
It is said that sitting for long, uninterrupted periods of time may leave you more prone to cardiovascular problems. So come along to this Seated Aerobics course to get those limbs moving, and those hearts pumping!
In this 6-week seated aerobics course, you'll experience the benefits of exercise in a comfortable and supportive environment. This low-impact, chair-based program is specifically designed for individuals who may have mobility limitations or prefer a seated workout. Our expert instructor will guide you through a series of exercises that will get your heart rate up, improve your flexibility, balance, and strength, all while seated in a chair.
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Dates:Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 27/05/2025Times:10:00am - 11:30amDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Ralph Jessop Court
Wyvern Close,
Parkstone
Dorset
BH12 4HETutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00016949How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.80
Personal Development: Everyday life skills
Develop essential life skills with our Personal Development: Everyday Life Skills course. Learn practical skills for managing daily tasks, improving communication, and building self-confidence. Ideal for individuals looking to enhance their independence and quality of life.
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Dates:Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 22/07/2025Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Guild House (Plymouth)
Guild House
156 Mannamead Road
Plymouth
PL3 5QLTutor:Peter ChildsCourse code:Q00016151How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Personal Development: Introduction to basic first aid
This 4-week Basic First Aid course equips you with the skills and knowledge to act decisively in an emergency.
Each week focuses on a specific theme, progressively building your understanding. Learn how to handle common situations like applying bandages and slings, treating burns and scalds, performing CPR, and most importantly, knowing when to call an ambulance.
By the end of the course, you'll not only gain valuable first-aid skills, but also create a personalised flowchart outlining the steps to take in case of an accident at KCU.
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Dates:Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 20/05/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:KCU Ltd at Fuller Church (Kettering)
51 Gold Street
Kettering
NN16 8JBTutor:Caroline SmyCourse code:Q00016752How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.60
Beginners Ukrainian
Would you like to start learning how to speak in Ukrainian? Would you like to communicate with your friends or colleagues who speak the language? Then this is the course for you.
This is the basic course which runs for 8 weeks so you can learn the basics of the language.
You do not have to do any assessments to join the course as this is for beginners.
You will be taught by a qualified tutor who was born in Ukraine and has lived in the UK teaching English for a number of years.
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Dates:Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 17/06/2025Times:7:00pm - 9:00pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Olena KovalenkoCourse code:Q00019100How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £59.20