WEA courses

Prepare for success in Level 1 Maths with our comprehensive preparatory course. Enhance your mathematical skills needed for further education and everyday life. Ideal for individuals seeking to improve their maths proficiency.

If you wonder how people uncover information in the public interest that would usually remain in the dark, this course on investigative journalism is for you. This introductory course highlights the skills needed by investigative journalists when they conduct public interest investigations. Participants explore ways of reporting and editing stories, especially those which usually go unreported. The course will cover definitions of investigative journalism; how to find and plan an investigative story and which sources might be available. It gives a brief introduction to some of the legal and regulatory aspects of journalism.

This course will help you develop further watercolour techniques interrelated with drawing skills, and in connection with inspiring examples in art history. It will help you learn classical techniques in a subtle way, by relating them to examples by various masters of drawing and watercolour and contemporary artists. If you would like to have a fresh view of watercolour painting and drawing, and learn how to achieve expressivity by carefully combining techniques such as glazing, graded wash or cross-hatching, this course will offer you an overview and will inspire personal artworks of great subtlety and sensitivity It will also encourage you to create your own original artworks based on the techniques learned and it will bring a fresh perspective on known techniques and styles, if you have already practised them in your own paintings. You will need to bring your own materials, paints and paper along for this course. The tutor will let you know what to bring

This micro course is designed for those who want to explore how to turn their creativity into a business. The course will outline the very basics of what you need to know in order to set up, and start running, a successful arts and crafts business whether creating and selling unique artwork, unique home décor, or jewellery. The course covers how to identify and define your niche within the arts and crafts sector; the basics of pricing products to ensure profitability; key steps to setting up an online shop or selling at local markets; simple marketing techniques to attract customers, including using social media. This course is perfect for beginners and requires no prior business knowledge. By the end of the session, you will have a clear understanding of the first steps needed to launch their arts and crafts venture and make your creative passions profitable.

The course will briefly introduce the principal ideas of a selection of philosophers and apply these to the discussion of the news headlines and the controversies that lie behind them. This course will encourage discussion and sharing of ideas about current affairs and will involve reflecting on how to make philosophy a part of this discussion. Reading material will be provided on Canvas and the tutor will introduce the key ideas of relevant articles. However, reading before class is not essential. The main activity is to share ideas on news stories.

Build your confidence and creativity with our Confidence Building for Creatives course. Learn techniques for overcoming creative blocks and developing self-assurance in your artistic abilities. Ideal for artists and creatives looking to boost their confidence.

This course is designed for beginners who want to learn the fundamentals of photography. Learners will explore camera settings, composition techniques, lighting, and how to take compelling photos. Whether using a DSLR, mirrorless, or smartphone camera, this course will help learners build confidence in capturing and editing high-quality images for personal or creative projects and engaging with other like minded learners in the community.

Have you learnt Modern Greek in the past for about a year? Would you like to refresh and expand your existing skills and increase your confidence in using them? This post-beginners’ course will provide you with some basic everyday language you need to get by on a visit to Greece or Cyprus, as well as an insight into the Greek lifestyle and culture. The course is taught by a well-qualified and experienced native speaker with many years’ teaching experience. Learning a foreign language for holiday or leisure is a great way to keep your brain active, explore a different culture, meet people with a common interest, increase your confidence and enhance your wellbeing. Take advantage of this unique opportunity today.

In the third term, dive into the world of modern lettering, exploring styles such as Brush Lettering, Faux Calligraphy, and Hand Lettering. Learning to work with different tools including brush pens, markers, and digital tablets. Lessons will cover typography basics, layout design, and the creation of dynamic lettering compositions. Projects will include creating logos, posters, and social media graphics. Emphasis will be placed on developing your unique lettering style and understanding how to adapt your skills for various applications. The term will culminate in a project that combines calligraphy and modern lettering techniques. If you like stationery you will love calligraphy.

This course explores the therapeutic benefits of crafting as a tool for relaxation, mindfulness, and personal expression. Learners will engage in a variety of creative activities designed to reduce stress, boost confidence, and promote overall well-being. Whether you are a beginner or have prior crafting experience, this course provides a supportive space to unwind, connect with creativity, and enjoy the calming effects of hands-on making.