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This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Art Appreciation: The Art of Diplomacy: Behind the Doors of the Government Art Collection
Go behind the scenes of the Government Art Collection, a less well-known national art collection, with Chantal Condron, a former curator at the Collection. Discover the fascinating origins of its history, and the people and events that have shaped its past. Explore how and why artworks are acquired or commissioned and discover some of the locations where they have been displayed. We explore works across a range of media from paintings to film, by artists from the 16th to the 21st centuries, including Marcus Gheerhaerts the Younger, Thomas Phillips, Bridget Riley, Michael Armitage and recent Turner Prize winner, Jesse Darling.
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Dates:Thu 07/11/2024 -
Thu 05/12/2024Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:Enfield Baptist Church (Enfield) (Enfiel
Cecil Road
Enfield
EN2 6TGTutor:Chantal CondronCourse code:Q00017288How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £60.00
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Craft: Making for Christmas
Would you like to feel the magic of Christmas again! Crafting is a fun way to spend time in the lead up to Christmas and adds a personal touch to the festivities. This course will give you the opportunity to learn something new, relax and meet like-minded people, whilst getting in the mood for Christmas. It will ignite your imagination and inspire you towards making your own Christmassy crafts, including, cards, tree decorations and trinkets that you may wish to gift to others who are special to you. Engaging in craft has proven to boost mental wellbeing and reduce stress. Benefits include improved mindfulness, better cognitive function, less anxiety, and increased self-awareness.
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Dates:Thu 07/11/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024Times:11:00am - 4:00pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:NST Hub (North Somerset Training Communi
31 Alexandra Parade
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 1QZTutor:Katie DexterCourse code:Q00016811How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £147.00
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Building Emotional Resilience
Do you often feel overwhelmed? Would you like to have more control over your emotions? This course can teach you how to build emotional resilience through effective emotional awareness and confidence-building exercises.
It’s easy to feel like everything is getting on top of us during these uncertain times. This Mental Resilience training can help you identify small steps to maintain calm during challenging situations.
Avoid feeling like everything is unravelling and learn to deal with challenges when they come.
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Dates:Fri 08/11/2024 -
Fri 22/11/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:Leicestershire Recovery College (Groby)
C/O Bradgare Unit
Glenfield Hospital Site
Groby
LE3 9EJTutor:Harsha KotechaCourse code:Q00017259How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Creative Writing: Developing Characters
Practice techniques for creating short stories, true or untrue. We'll apply the principles of short fiction to our writing, with the focus this term on developing character. There will be writing exercises, discussions, an optional weekly homework task and feedback. Guidance on feedback techniques will be provided. The course content has flexibility, and will be adapted to suit the needs of the group. Suitable for improvers.
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Dates:Fri 08/11/2024 -
Fri 13/12/2024Times:11:00am - 1:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Catherine HumphrisCourse code:Q00009210How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £44.40
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Duration:12 monthsFee:WEA Membership
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Art Appreciation: Modern Icons: Artworks that Disrupted the 20th and 21st Centuries
This course delves into the transformative impact of select 20th-century artworks that have revolutionized the trajectory of modern art. By examining pivotal pieces and their innovative approaches, students will uncover the reasons these works have garnered acclaim and reshaped artistic norms. Through critical analysis and contextual exploration, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the cultural, social, and technological factors that contributed to these artworks' groundbreaking status. The course aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the artistic movements, influential artists, and key masterpieces that have defined and redefined the landscape of modern art, highlighting their enduring legacy and significance.
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Dates:Fri 08/11/2024 -
Fri 13/12/2024Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Blue Beetle Room (London)
Hendon Lane
Finchley
London
N3 1TRTutor:Chantal CondronCourse code:Q00017292How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £60.00
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Art Practical: Fantasy Art and Surrealism – Making a Personal Outcome
The aim of this course is to introduce you to portrait art work.
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Dates:Fri 08/11/2024 -
Fri 13/12/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:NST Hub (North Somerset Training Communi
31 Alexandra Parade
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 1QZTutor:Katie DexterCourse code:Q00010270How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £73.50
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Get Ready for ESOL Entry 1 (Reading)
Are you thinking about taking an ESOL entry 1 reading course? If so, this course can help to prepare you to study. Set yourself up for success on your ESOL course with this preparation course.
Get ready courses help you learn English at your own pace. This course gives you extra study time.
This is an introductory English course for beginners. If you’re helping others access entry 1 ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Wed 15/01/2025Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:16 sessionsLocation:Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AUTutor:Saima UsmanCourse code:Q00017304How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £150.00
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
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Having a child or loved one receive an autism diagnosis can be worrying and unsettling. It’s difficult to know how best to support autistic children’s needs without external guidance. This autism course can teach you how to offer support to help autistic young people live healthy and fulfilling lives.
This taster course is ideal for you if you have regular contact with autistic children or teenagers. It is aimed at parents, family members, community workers, or volunteers who interact closely with autistic kids.
It can be useful both if you are going through diagnosis, and also if you feel you need extra resources to help support a developing autistic child.
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Wed 12/02/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Natasha AbramsCourse code:Q00017617How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £29.60
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Textiles and Fashion: Level 1-Dressmaking
Welcome to the Level 1 Dressmaking course! This course is designed for beginners and improvers and will follow on from our Dressmaking for Improvers course. We will cover the basics of dressmaking. You will learn how to use a sewing machine, take measurements, and follow simple patterns. You will also learn from each other about little tricks you can use in sewing. The course includes practical projects where you will create your own garments. By the end of the course, you will be able to sew basic dresses and make simple alterations. Join us to develop your sewing skills in a supportive and friendly environment!
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Thu 28/11/2024Times:12:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AUTutor:Tracey SweetmanCourse code:Q00017055How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.60
This course is available for WEA members only until 10 am on Wednesday 3rd July.
Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) (Entry 3)
Take your reading skills to the next level with these ESOL classes. Feel comfortable reading and understanding different types of texts in English. Improved reading skills can make life in the UK easier for you.
This ESOL entry 3 reading course builds on skills you learnt at entry 2. You’ll continue to expand your vocabulary and reading skills.
This is an English course for adults. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL courses are divided into three areas: reading, writing, and speaking & listening.
If you’re helping others find ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:Mon 11/11/2024 -
Wed 12/03/2025Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:30 sessionsLocation:Somerstown Central Community Hub (Souths
Rivers Street
Somerstown
Southsea
PO5 4EYTutor:Joanna Browning-SeyfiCourse code:Q00016158How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00