Think green with the WEA

A key part of our curriculum, our Environment courses are always popular and give learners the opportunity to explore a wide range of topics.  

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What Environment topics are available? 

As our understanding of the natural world has changed over many decades, the popularity of our environment courses has continued to grow. Regarded as perhaps the biggest challenge the human race has ever encountered, climate change and its impact on the environment is just one of many topics that you can immerse yourself in, alongside your fellow learners.  

Whether it’s studying online or in person, the wide range of topics is sure to grab your interest. From the cleanliness of water and what can be done to alleviate droughts, to re-wilding and the British countryside, you’ll be immersed in topical issues that are impacting individuals across the UK and around the world.  

Join us and experience the unique way of learning here at the WEA, with small class sizes and experienced tutors providing the ideal place to discuss the challenges posed by our ever-changing environment.  

Attend an Environment course near you 

Delivered in person and online, it’s possible to explore environmental challenges without ever leaving your house. Whether you choose to learn online or in person at a community venue near you, you’ll benefit from small class sizes and a supportive environment where everyone who comes along is excited to learn.  

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Our tutors will support you on your learning journey, enhancing your experience and ensuring that you learn at a pace which suits your individual needs.  

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Understanding the Climate Emergency

Nowadays we are all aware that there is a climate emergency, but sometimes it’s hard to get your head around the scope of the issue. If you care about the planet and you’d like to try, this climate change course is for you! This short climate awareness course can help you understand the main factors driving climate change. It aims to give you foundational knowledge so you can make informed decisions about your lifestyle. Learners will engage in this short 2-hour session on the carbon footprint of food within their international cooking course which is essential to raise awareness about sustainable food choices. To captivate their interest, the session will emphasise the global impact of food production and consumption. Highlighting the environmental consequences of food choices, such as transportation emissions, deforestation, and resource depletion, will make the topic relevant and urgent. Use eye-catching visuals and relatable examples to illustrate the carbon footprint of popular international dishes. Incorporating interactive activities like carbon footprint calculators and sustainable cooking demonstrations will make the session interactive and memorable, inspiring learners to make eco-conscious decisions in their culinary endeavours.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 04/03/2024 -
Mon 04/03/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Riverside Community Health Project (Newc
Carnegie Building
Atkinson Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 8XS
Tutor:
Nadia Belmajdoub
Course code:
Q00012407
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £8.20

Nature, Ecology and Permaculture: Introduction to Environmental Sustainability

This fascinating and friendly course, set at the stunning Tamar Bridge near Plymouth, provides an introduction to environmental sustainability and climate change for those who wish to broaden their knowledge, or prepare for further study in the environmental arena.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 11/03/2024 -
Mon 29/04/2024
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Bridging the Tamar Visitor and Learning
Tamar Bridge Office
Pemros Road
Plymouth
PL5 1LP
Tutor:
Lee Armon
Course code:
Q00012765
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

Permaculture Design Certificate

Join us at Community Roots in Porthtowan, Cornwall for this accredited course in Permaculture Design. Delivered by our experienced Permaculture tutor this course will introduce to the key concepts of Permaculture design whilst undertaking practical design tasks with our partner Community Roots who run a community supported agriculture project on the scenic North cliffs in Cornwall. This bespoke course has been created with Community Roots to meet the needs of people who are wanting to introduce permaculture principles either at home or in a commercial setting.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 15/04/2024 -
Mon 13/05/2024
Times:
10:00am - 4:00pm
Duration:
16 sessions
Location:
Community Roots (Porthtowan)
Mount Pleasant Eco Park
Chapel Hill
Porthtowan
TR4 8HL
Tutor:
Jodie Tellam
Course code:
Q00012394
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £300.00

Gardening Practical: Care to Make a Summer Hanging Basket for the Changing Climate

Are you noticing the changes to our traditional British weather? Do the four seasons still exist in Britain? Climate change is leading to higher summer temperatures and for our gardens to survive, changes are needed, so we can all continue to enjoy the flowers and colours we are used to. Our gardens and our traditional hanging baskets are one of the things we can change without losing the beauty to suit the future climate. This one off session will look at plants for hanging baskets that may be more suitable in the changing climate; whilst still providing colour, contrast and enjoyment for the Summer season.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 14/05/2024 -
Tue 14/05/2024
Times:
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Tutor:
Deborah Young
Course code:
Q00011616
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £5.55