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Every course in our public catalogue is free to take and never uses your Learning Credits.
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Arts & creativity Creative writing
Discover the joy of creative writing in this practical, step-by-step course. Designed for adult learners in the UK, you'll explore core techniques, build confidence, and develop your own unique voice—whether for pleasure, personal growth, or to start a writing project.
Arts & creativity Music
Explore the story of popular music from the late 19th century to the present day. This course traces the key genres, artists, and cultural shifts that shaped the soundtrack of modern life, from blues and jazz to rock, pop, and electronic dance music.
Arts & creativity Drawing & painting
Explore the fascinating world of modern art, from Impressionism to Pop Art. This course helps you understand the ideas behind the artworks, recognise key movements, and feel confident discussing what you see in galleries and museums.
Arts & creativity Film & literature
Discover how films tell stories through images, sound, and editing. This short course will help you watch movies with a more critical and appreciative eye, understanding the choices directors make to create emotion and meaning.
Arts & creativity Film & literature
A friendly, jargon-free journey into Shakespeare’s world. You’ll learn to read his language, follow his plots, and enjoy his characters—without exams or pressure. Perfect for anyone who’s ever felt put off by the Bard.
Arts & creativity Film & literature
A practical course for adult learners who want to move beyond simply finishing a book. You will discover how to approach classic and contemporary novels with ease, understand their deeper meanings, and enjoy discussing them with others. No prior literary study needed.
Arts & creativity Music
Ever felt lost at a concert or unsure what to listen for? This course gently demystifies classical music, helping you build confidence and find genuine pleasure in works from the Baroque era to the present day. No prior knowledge needed—just an open ear.
Arts & creativity Photography & video
A hands-on introduction to video editing for UK adult learners. Learn to navigate editing software, trim clips, add transitions, and export your first polished video for social media or personal projects.
Arts & creativity Photography & video
A practical, hands-on course for adult learners who want to move beyond automatic settings and take control of their digital camera. You will learn core techniques in exposure, composition, and editing to create clear, well-lit, and engaging photographs for personal or creative projects.
Arts & creativity Drawing & painting
Unlock your ability to draw accurately from life. This hands-on course teaches you to see like an artist, using simple techniques to capture shapes, light, and texture on paper. Perfect for beginners or those wanting to refresh their skills, with no prior experience needed.
Arts & creativity Crafts
Learn to knit from scratch in this hands-on course. Starting with the very basics, you'll master casting on, the knit and purl stitches, increasing and decreasing, and reading simple patterns. By the end, you'll have completed several small projects and gained the confidence to start your own.
Arts & creativity Music
Demystify the language of music without the jargon. This practical course guides you through the essentials of reading, writing, and understanding music theory, using clear everyday English and real musical examples. Perfect for beginners or anyone who wants to build a solid foundation for playing,
Built around you
Tell us what you want to understand and we’ll shape a clear course around your goal, experience and available time. Personalised generation uses Learning Credits; catalogue courses remain free.
