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Take your Swahili to the next level and go beyond the basics of one of the most widely spoken languages in Africa.

Take the next step in your Swahili learning and go beyond the basics of one of the most widely spoken languages in Africa.

Examine the artistic and cultural developments of late medieval Italy, focusing on the work of Giotto and his contemporaries.

Should we be excited about the Higgs Boson? Find out more about particle physics and understanding the universe in this course.  

Based in the Scottish National Gallery, this course looks at the theme of the family in art, through the lens of different artists and different...

The Monthly Poet aims to open up poetry to everyone. Meet for three classes over three months (29/09/2025, 27/10/2025 and 24/11/2025) and in each...

The Monthly Read celebrates the pleasures of reading and discussing books. Meet for three classes over three months (09/10/2025, 06/11/2025 and...

Explore questions such as "What makes a good friend?" and "What is the nature of love?" by considering themes of friendship and love, as discussed...

Explore the examples of interdisciplinary research and ways that the social sciences can be used in the field of nitrogen research. 

What is your cat revealing to you when they purr? Understand your pet better with this course.  

Always wanted to learn Turkish? This course for complete beginners will allow you to discover the basics of the language which will open the door...

Take your Turkish to the next level and go beyond the basics of the language which will open the door to Turkey’s rich history and culture.

Take the next step in your Turkish learning and go beyond the basics of the language which will open the door to Turkey’s rich history and...

Always wanted to learn Ukrainian? This on-line course for complete beginners will allow you to discover the basics of one of the most widely...

Take your Ukrainian to the next level and go beyond the basics in one of the most widely spoken Slavic languages in the world.

Take the next step in your Ukrainian learning and go beyond the basics of one of the most widely spoken Slavic languages in the world.

Learn how early detection and prevention medicine can reduce the risk of diseases that lead to dementia. 

Consider the facts and misconceptions around obesity, and the gaps in the scientific knowledge. 

Learn about Victorian Scotland through the National Museum of Scotland’s collections and consider the political, economic, cultural and social...

An introduction to the art and craft of writing children’s fiction, covering the structure of stories and character development.

Creative non-fiction combines factual storytelling with literacy techniques designed to engage readers. Develop a unique voice, craft strong...

Explore the captivating world of drama through an introduction to the nuances of writing for an auditory audience and gain skills required to...

Dive into the world of screenwriting with this practical course which will guide you from the initial spark of an idea to the final draft of a...