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Literature: Crime through Time
For the last century, crime fiction has been the most popular and lucrative of literary subgenres. But this commercial success belies a formal inventiveness and experiment, a constant drive to ‘make it new’, which has long been central to the genre. In this course we will read six crime novels (and three short stories) which chart the development of crime fiction. As well as considering each of these novels in isolation from week to week, we will also use the seven week course to ask ourselves: how has crime fiction changed through the years, and how has it remained the same? No previous knowledge of crime fiction is necessary – everybody is most welcome!
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Dates:Tue 01/10/2024 -
Tue 19/11/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Blofield Court House (BLOFIELD)
28 Yarmouth Road
BLOFIELD
NR13 4JUTutor:Joseph WilliamsCourse code:Q00018194How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
Literature: Iconic Scenes from 19th Century Fiction
This is a chance to revisit some famous literary moments from Regency and Victorian novels, to remember, discuss and enjoy them together, to introduce some that are less familiar, and to inspire further reading.
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Dates:Tue 01/10/2024 -
Tue 26/11/2024Times:1:30pm - 3:30pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Women's Institute Hall (Nottingham)
1 Main Street
Lowdham
Nottingham
NG14 7ABTutor:Judith HedleyCourse code:Q00016273How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £51.80
Literature: The Ghost Stories of M. R. James
Human beings have told each other stories about ghosts since the ancient times, but the ghost story as we know it was created by the writer and scholar M. R. James (1862-1936). At Christmas, James would read his stories aloud to friends and colleagues at the University of Cambridge. The BBC began adapting James’s stories in 1971 as part of their ’Ghost Story for Christmas’ series.
In this course we will look at seven of James’s most famous and enjoyed stories, a number of which were adapted by the BBC. We will consider each story on its own, looking at James’s use of suspense and humour. How does James write a ghost story? Are they scary? And, most of all, what are we scared of?
No previous knowledge of ghost stories is necessary – everybody is most welcome!
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Dates:Tue 01/10/2024 -
Tue 19/11/2024Times:6:00pm - 8:30pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Joseph WilliamsCourse code:Q00018856How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Entry Level Essential Digital Skills
Build a solid foundation in digital literacy with our Entry Level Essential Digital Skills course. Learn the basics of using a computer, navigating the internet, and understanding essential software applications. Ideal for absolute beginners looking to build confidence in their digital abilities.
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Dates:Tue 01/10/2024 -
Tue 29/10/2024Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:WEA (Leicester)
101 Hinckley Road
Leicester
LE3 0TDTutor:Mariam SidatCourse code:Q00017243How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Archaeology: Archaeology of Castles in Northern England and North Wales
Uncover the history and architectural significance of castles in Northern England and North Wales with this archaeological course. Ideal for history buffs and archaeology enthusiasts alike.
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Dates:Tue 01/10/2024 -
Wed 06/11/2024Times:7:00pm - 9:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Michael NevellCourse code:Q00016678How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
Award in ESOL skills for life (speaking & listening) L1
Learn basic communication skills with this ESOL speaking and listening course. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn essential speaking and listening skills to be able to communicate in English.
Entry 1 ESOL courses help people who are just starting to learn English. This course will help you gain confidence to speak about basic topics and understand core words. There are also reading and writing courses at this level.
If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:Tue 01/10/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024Times:9:30am - 12:00pmDuration:33 sessionsLocation:Queensgate Hotel
Fletton Avenue
Peterborough
South East
PE2 8AXTutor:Inna GorobetsCourse code:Q00010888How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) (
Build on your communication skills with this ESOL speaking and listening course. This English course for adults is aimed at speakers of other languages. It will help you improve your speaking and listening skills to communicate better in English.
Entry 2 ESOL courses are right for you if you have basic speaking and listening skills in English. This course will help you gain confidence to speak about everyday topics and improve your comprehension. There are also reading and writing courses at this level.
If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
For Reed in Partnership.
You must live in the Peterborough and Cambridgeshire postcode areas to get this course free.
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Dates:Tue 01/10/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024Location:Reed in Partnership
Churchgate
New Road
Peterborough
PE1 1TTCourse code:Q00012286How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £357.00
Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) (Entry 1)
Learn basic communication skills with this ESOL speaking and listening course. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn essential speaking and listening skills to be able to communicate in English.
Entry 1 ESOL courses help people who are just starting to learn English. This course will help you gain confidence to speak about basic topics and understand core words. There are also reading and writing courses at this level.
If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
You must live in the Peterborough and Cambridgeshire postcode areas to get this course free.
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Dates:Tue 01/10/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024Location:Mill Road Community Centre
6 Hazel Street
Cambridge
South East
CB1 2GNCourse code:Q00015765How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Personal Development: Beginners Language at Work
This course is put on in partnership with Wolverhampton City Council and the DWP. It is suitable with learners who wish to improve their English to get ready to apply for a job, who are unemployed and looking for work and who also have English as a second language. Learners with English as a second language, who are looking for work and receiving benefits and aged 19 plus are eligible. If you are in receipt of work related benefits, speak to your work coach at the Job Centre and mention JCP Wolverhampton Hub. Subject to eligibility, travel expenses can be paid. For further information call 07881 358679. There is an information and registration day planned and your advisor will let you know.
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Tue 01/10/2024 -
Thu 05/12/2024Times:10:00am - 12:30pmDuration:20 sessionsLocation:The Old School Building (Wolverhampton)
The Old School
73 Dudley Road
Wolverhampton
WV2 3BYTutor:Saima GulzarCourse code:Q00015658How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:3 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £136.50
Multiply - Maths for Work
This Multiply Maths for Work course, is designed to help you build confidence in everyday math skills. You'll learn how to solve practical problems using basic math, like adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing. We'll cover topics such as working with percentages, fractions, and measurements, all with real-life examples. The course is perfect for those who want to improve their math for work, study, or daily tasks. By the end, you'll feel more prepared to tackle math in real-world situations. This course is suitable for beginners and anyone needing a refresher.
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Dates:Tue 01/10/2024 -
Tue 12/11/2024Times:2:30pm - 5:30pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Ekta VishroliaCourse code:Q00019074How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free