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Embark on a journey through Scotland's rich history - from early Christianity to the Industrial Revolution, and the modern world - and see how it...

Discover how art historians study art - compare works, explore materials, and examine the periods and social changes that shaped artists. 

Explore film style, narrative, editing, camera work and film history through analysis of a variety of films across the decades to appreciate film...

Learn the fundamentals of black and white darkroom photography, focusing on developing and printing your own images from 35mm film.

Develop expressive and believable character animations through practical exercises and the study of fundamental animation techniques.

Examine a range of films from different periods and places and discover how they tap into sight, sounds, touch, smell and taste.

Capture the ever-changing coastal landscape through drawing and painting in this hands-on, location-based course.

Based at the National Museum of Scotland, discover the scientific and natural aspects of colour and the profound influence colour has on our...

Design and make your own rings and bangles, exploring metalworking techniques and creating a stylish piece of jewellery.

A hands-on exploration of the creative potential of artists’ books through printmaking, mixed media, and contemporary practice. 

Sharpen your fiction writing skills by creating vivid characters and strong plots whilst learning how to present your work professionally.

Elevate your fiction! For writers with some experience, this course focuses on revision, character development and accessing peer and teacher...

Develop your digital photography skills, expand your photographic aspirations and create a powerful, personal portfolio. 

Discover the extraordinarily diverse world of jewellery through the collections at the National Museum of Scotland.

Explore contemporary drawing through a fusion of traditional and digital approaches, developing ideas through experimentation, research, and...

Discover the expressive potential of charcoal and chalk while building confidence in drawing and composition.

Explore bold, experimental fiction beyond realism. (Re)discover innovative writers and try your hand at inventive storytelling.

Graffiti is thousands of years old and as new as the latest tag on a wall. Join us to explore these marks, messages and meanings.

Delve into the careers and styles of acclaimed women directors and explore their ongoing influence on the film industry.

Discover how film tells a story and why it matters, exploring key theory concepts through iconic moments in cinema history. 

Build a solid foundation in painting. Master essential techniques, explore your creative voice and produce expressive artworks with confidence.

Create engaging videos for online courses by learning the skills to plan, film and edit educational media. 

Do you want to break into crime fiction? Let us guide you step by step to develop a clear plan for your novel: from motive and murder to victim...

Create original artworks using simple methods of image manipulation and combination, compositional strategies, and varied drawing, mark-making and...