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This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Creative Writing: Shapes of Story: Tell it Slant
Dive into the different forms you can tell a story. We’ll look at braided stories, hermit crabs, list stories, epistolary and fragmentary forms across fiction and creative non fiction. Learn the techniques and appreciate the effects different shapes of a story can enhance your writing.
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Dates:Wed 16/10/2024 -
Wed 20/11/2024Times:10:00am - 11:30amDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Nicola TorodeCourse code:Q00017745How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Architecture: The Architecture of the Greenhouse
We will look into the design of greenhouses and glasshouses – a diverse subject that embraces the Crystal Palace in London, the Eden Project in Cornwall and a recently completed spectacular project in Singapore. The development will take us from Oxford’s Botanic Garden to Paxton’s “Great Stove” at Chatsworth and the Temperate and Palm Houses of Kew.
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Dates:Thu 17/10/2024 -
Thu 17/10/2024Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:The Christ Church Centre (Henley-on-Tham
46 Reading Road
Henley-on-Thames
RG9 1AGTutor:Keith HastedCourse code:Q00017601How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:£25.20
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Art Appreciation: Artist Movements from the early 20th Century
From the Blue Rider to the Bridge to Dada, the emergence of modernism in the early 20th century saw a flourishing of artist groups who challenged what art is and how it should be made and seen. In this course, we’ll look at some of the key collectives, leading artists who were part of them and their artistic innovations, including among others Wassily Kandinsky, Paul Klee, Ernst Kirchner, Kurt Schwitters and Marcel Duchamps.
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Dates:Thu 17/10/2024 -
Thu 14/11/2024Times:2:45pm - 4:45pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Ruth MulandiCourse code:Q00017291How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:4 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Art Practical: Exploring Watercolour Painting
This course aims to give you an introduction to a range of watercolour techniques such as layering, colour blending and creating textures, to gain basic skills and an insight into the possibilities of this exciting medium.
Come along and join fun in a relaxed and friendly environment. This course is a great chance to develop your skills and meet new people while creating something unique.
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Dates:Fri 18/10/2024 -
Fri 13/12/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:9 sessionsLocation:Somerstown Central Community Hub (Souths
Rivers Street
Somerstown
Southsea
PO5 4EYTutor:Janice ParfootCourse code:Q00009654How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £67.20
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Duration:12 monthsFee:WEA Membership
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Cooking Practical: SCC-Learning to Cook-Life Skills
Welcome to the Learning to Cook Life Skills Course! This course is perfect for beginners who want to learn essential cooking skills. You will learn how to prepare simple and healthy meals. We will teach you basic cooking techniques, such as chopping, boiling, and frying. You will also learn how to read recipes, measure ingredients, and use kitchen tools safely. Our friendly tutor will guide you through each step. By the end of the course, you will be able to cook delicious meals for yourself and your family. Join us and gain the confidence to cook at home! This course is only for those who are living in Southampton.
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Dates:Wed 23/10/2024 -
Wed 11/12/2024Times:9:30am - 12:30pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Mount Pleasant School (Southampton)
Mount Pleasant Road
Newtown
Southampton
SO14 0WZTutor:Tracey SweetmanCourse code:Q00017063How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £88.20
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
GMCA Care Certificate and Interview Success (Step into Care)
This is a pre-employment programme delivered online that is designed to support you into work within Adult Social Care. The programme will help you to prepare for work in a care setting. The programme consists of up to three elements: GMCA Care Certificate (where you will cover the theory elements of the Care Certificate), L1 Stress Awareness and L1 Mental Health Awareness (additional accredited courses you can join if suitable). Once you have completed the course with WEA, GM Careers will place you for a working interview in a social care setting. This is designed like a working interview, to give you the opportunity to try out the working environment.
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Dates:Mon 28/10/2024 -
Fri 15/11/2024Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:15 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Susan BellCourse code:Q00015990How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) (Entry 1)
Develop foundational reading skills with this entry 1 English course for beginners. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn basic English to study, work, and live in the UK.
This ESOL reading course helps people who are just starting to learn English. It will help you gain confidence reading short texts and common words in English. There are also writing and speaking & listening courses at this level.
If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
What we’ll cover:
- Learn to identify common English words in everyday situations.
- Understand signs, symbols and texts you will come across.
- Read information about timetables, prices, and schedules.
- Understand the purpose of different texts, including adverts, posters, and news articles.
- Understand how punctuation is used to help you read more easily.
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Dates:Tue 29/10/2024 -
Tue 21/01/2025Times:9:30am - 12:00pmDuration:33 sessionsLocation:Manchester Chinese Centre (Ardwick)
67 Ardwick Green North
Ardwick
M12 6FXTutor:Isabel PavlovicCourse code:Q00015790How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Sewing into Business - Rochdale
Discover the art of precision and creativity in our Sewing for Business Course. Dive into the fundamentals of machine sewing, mastering essential techniques and garment construction. From threading the needle to embellishing, you'll gain hands-on experience and the confidence to bring your design ideas to life.
In parallel, embark on a beginner business journey, learning the basics of entrepreneurship for a sewing venture. Explore market trends, pricing strategies, and customer engagement to turn your passion into a profitable enterprise. Join us for a transformative learning experience that blends craftsmanship with entrepreneurial acumen, equipping you for success in the world of sewing and business.
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Dates:Tue 29/10/2024 -
Fri 06/12/2024Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Rochdale Training
Fishwick Street
Rochdale
OL16 5NATutor:Nasim YounisCourse code:Q00016049How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Art Appreciation: Symbolism in Art
Can you read the hidden meanings in paintings? For centuries artists have relied upon symbols to convey their intentions, but how do we find out what lies behind some of the most well-known works of art? In this extensively illustrated study day with WEA tutor David Brindley, we’ll explore the wealth of symbolism in western art from the Renaissance and Baroque periods, the Impressionists to Surrealism, and from abstract art to the present and offer an interpretation of the hidden meanings within these pieces.
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Dates:Fri 01/11/2024 -
Fri 01/11/2024Times:10:00am - 3:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:St Lawrence Parish Rooms (Winchester)
Colebrook Street
Winchester
SO23 9LHTutor:David BrindleyCourse code:Q00016859How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £23.10
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Pre-Entry ESOL: Everyday English
A 6 week course is for those whose first language is NOT English and aims to improve your reading, writing, speaking and listening in English. The course will use the theme of different countries and the learners’ own lives to practise English in a meaningful way. It will include individual, pair and group work with opportunities to improve all four skills. We will use the topic of ‘Technology for Communication and Entertainment’ to practice describing problems and solutions, giving instructions and writing reports.
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Dates:Fri 01/11/2024 -
Fri 06/12/2024Times:9:30am - 12:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Upton Vale Baptist Church
St, Marychurch Road
Torquay
TQ1 3HYTutor:Alison SalmCourse code:Q00012266How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £63.00