University of Strathclyde Centre for Lifelong Learning

University of Strathclyde Centre for Lifelong Learning Bringing Learning to Life - The Centre for Lifelong Learning at the University of Strathclyde

The Centre for Lifelong Learning at the University of Strathclyde offers an impressive range of learning opportunities for adults of all ages. Whether you wish to learn new skills for work, improve or gain qualifications, pursue a lifelong interest or learn for personal pleasure, there should be something for you. Established over 30 years ago the Centre has built a reputation for flexible courses

. Adults are often busy with work, study, family and social commitments and our courses are designed to be accessible to all, with daytime, evening or weekend options, plus various online courses. We are specialists in the field of older adult learning and our Daytime programme aimed at the over 50s is one of the longest lasting and largest of its kind in Europe. For professional or degree level study, we offer a part-time access course, as well as postgraduate provision and many other CPD opportunities.

The USA and the Middle East after 1945❗NEW for 2025 - on campus and online via zoom available❗The Middle East has rarely...
04/04/2025

The USA and the Middle East after 1945
❗NEW for 2025 - on campus and online via zoom available❗

The Middle East has rarely been absent from the world's headlines since the end of World War Two. Next to East-West relations, its conflicts have provided the most intractable set of issues in international affairs. Surprisingly prior to 1945, the US was viewed as a benign and philanthropic power by middle easterners.

However, over the past seventy years, the United States has become the unquestioned target of those bent on attacking the west, and Anti-Americanism is a pervasive feature of modern Middle East public opinion. How and why did this transformation come about? This class will offer a history of U.S. political involvement in the Middle East from World War II to the present day, from Iran in the 1950s, through the Arab-Israeli conflicts, the Gulf War of 1991 and the devastation of 9/11 and contemporary Gaza.

Book now, ON CAMPUS class starts Tues 29 April:
D335: The USA and the Middle East after 1945
https://mycll.strath.ac.uk/View-Class/rdid/41/cr/5023

Book now, ONLINE VIA ZOOM class starts Wed 30 April:
D847: The USA and the Middle East after 1945 (online via Zoom)
https://mycll.strath.ac.uk/View-Class/rdid/41/cr/5024

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D301: Spanish Cinema 🎥🇪🇸¿Te gusta el cine español? ¿Quieres practicar tu español ? Over six weekly meetings we will watc...
03/04/2025

D301: Spanish Cinema 🎥🇪🇸

¿Te gusta el cine español? ¿Quieres practicar tu español ?

Over six weekly meetings we will watch and discuss 3 different Spanish films of various genres.

This class will give you the opportunity to enjoy watching some popular Spanish films, as well as learning about some of the social and historical aspects which influenced them, and will also allow you to practise speaking in Spanish in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

LAST CHANCE TO BOOK! https://mycll.strath.ac.uk/View-Class/rdid/41/cr/4755

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Strathclyde Institute for Genealogical Studies (SIGS) are hosting an online information session to share details and ans...
03/04/2025

Strathclyde Institute for Genealogical Studies (SIGS) are hosting an online information session to share details and answer your questions about Ken Your Kin on Wednesday the 9th of April at 6.00pm (BST).

We are also excited to announce that a limited number of day tickets are now on sale. An excellent opportunity to choose your favourite day(s) and create your perfect Ken Your Kin experience!

Join Tahitia McCabe, Head of SIGS live on Zoom to learn more.
The session will be recorded, so if you’re unable to attend live, please register, and we’ll send you the recording link afterward.

🔗 register for the information session - https://forms.office.com/e/xiiUjYa8U6

🎟️ book day tickets - https://bit.ly/kyk2025

D334: Tourist Spanish 📍🇪🇸✨❗NEW for 2025❗This class offers a great opportunity to learn the essentials of Spanish in a sh...
02/04/2025

D334: Tourist Spanish 📍🇪🇸✨
❗NEW for 2025❗

This class offers a great opportunity to learn the essentials of Spanish in a short time. Aimed at complete beginners you will develop the skills to communicate in everyday situations on holiday in Spain or a Spanish speaking country. Whether it’s ordering food in a restaurant or travelling around the town, you will have the opportunity to speak Spanish in a fun, relaxed environment.

Book your spot today, class commences Friday 25 April: https://mycll.strath.ac.uk/View-Class/rdid/41/cr/4977

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D308: Introducing Portraiture 🎨Build on skills learned in 'Stages 1 or 2 Drawing and Painting' or 'Learn to Draw'. Devel...
01/04/2025

D308: Introducing Portraiture 🎨

Build on skills learned in 'Stages 1 or 2 Drawing and Painting' or 'Learn to Draw'. Develop your skills, starting from the basic proportions of a head and how to position it on paper. Learn through the practical experience of drawing from different models, with individual tuition.

Creating a likeness is a great challenge and immensely rewarding when you improve by leaps and bounds.

Book now, class commences 17 April 2025: https://mycll.strath.ac.uk/View-Class/rdid/41/cr/4870

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31/03/2025

Life in Mining Villages in the 19th and Early 20th Centuries at Carnegie Library!

Explore Scotland's 19th-century mining boom and its 20th-century decline in this lecture at Carnegie Library. Learn about miners' lives, community bonds, and those who fought for better conditions. Join this University of Strathclyde Centre for Lifelong Learning lecture at Carnegie Library, Ayr. £12. Q&A included.

📅 Thursday 24 April | 2pm
🔗 Book here: https://bit.ly/41TmER1

What's On Ayrshire

✨Join the friendly community and take part in a Learn 50+at CLL class at the University of Strathclyde this year.Regis...
31/03/2025

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Join the friendly community and take part in a Learn 50+at CLL class at the University of Strathclyde this year.

Registration for April term classes can be found here: https://mycll.strath.ac.uk/

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The Annual Art Exhibition 2025 🎨❗Last chance to submit art work - Friday 11 April 2025 ❗The Centre for Lifelong Learning...
28/03/2025

The Annual Art Exhibition 2025 🎨

❗Last chance to submit art work - Friday 11 April 2025 ❗

The Centre for Lifelong Learning’s annual Art Exhibition is a great opportunity to be part of an event, which showcases the work of students taking creative art classes on our Learn 50+ Programme.

It makes no difference whether you are just starting out or have been attending classes for many years. We want exhibitors with a range of experience.

We need students to submit their artwork to allow the exhibition to continue - it is an excellent opportunity to boost student confidence and creates a fantastic visual 'platform' for our budding artists.

Submit today: https://tinyurl.com/cllartexhibition2025

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Delighted to hear that our art tutor Elaine Woo MacGregor 's work has been selected for the Focus on the Female 2025 onl...
27/03/2025

Delighted to hear that our art tutor Elaine Woo MacGregor 's work has been selected for the Focus on the Female 2025 online showcase presented by Young Masters and Cynthia Corbett Gallery in celebration of Women's History Month.

This all-woman exhibition continues the important narrative that began in 2021, amplifying the voices of female artists and offering a diverse representation of creativity.

Find out more: https://www.young-masters.co.uk/focus-on-the-female-2025-overview

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Due to the popularity of the Weave Workshop class at our satellite location, Lanark World Heritage Site - we are offeri...
26/03/2025

Due to the popularity of the Weave Workshop class at our satellite location, Lanark World Heritage Site - we are offering it again in July!

E301: Weave Workshop

The workshop aims to give a contemporary flare to the age-old craft practice of hand weaving, specifically with cashmere. This is achieved through a communal, material driven journey in the home of Lanark’s mills. Lanark itself has a rich history for yarn production, specifically the art of hand spinning wool into a viable craft material with applications in the fashion and outdoor/country industries.

The session will commence with a brief overview of the material, its relevance to the area of Lanark and its origins within high-end fashion wear. A quick introduction to the history of the New Lanark Mill and its relevance in contemporary society and craftwork. The tutors, from Glasgow School of Art, will demonstrate to the participants the basic weaving technique using cardboard squares to get the plain weave technique under the hands of the participants. Spend about an hour in a relaxed social setting building these weaves using either Alex Begg wool or New Lanark wool and DIY cardboard looms. Participants are encouraged to draw from their weaves, paint over, join together, stack, etc.

Book now for only £38: https://mycll.strath.ac.uk/View-Class/rdid/41/cr/4978

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NEW Ca****la Nova Classes ❗️D331: Folk Songs of the World : https://mycll.strath.ac.uk/View-Class/rdid/41/cr/4976Everyon...
25/03/2025

NEW Ca****la Nova Classes ❗️

D331: Folk Songs of the World : https://mycll.strath.ac.uk/View-Class/rdid/41/cr/4976

Everyone loves a traditional song and this living, growing repertoire with timeless and universal themes keeps evolving. These songs come from an oral tradition and need no musical expertise to enjoy. Their inclusiveness, storytelling, and history as a true ‘people's music’ adds to their attraction. Participants will develop an understanding of performance, listen to recordings and, above all, enjoy the experience of singing together. No music-reading ability is required but the willingness to have a go is!

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D333: Scots Song Series: https://mycll.strath.ac.uk/View-Class/rdid/41/cr/4975

Immerse yourself in the inspirational world of our nation’s traditional folk repertoire with the SCOTS SONG SERIES. What better way to explore the themes of life, love, loss, the natural world and the supernatural than through your voice. No singing experience is required: you will learn songs by ear in the traditional way and gain confidence in your singing abilities with this enriching experience.

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D332: The Ageing Voice - use it or lose it: https://mycll.strath.ac.uk/View-Class/rdid/41/cr/4974

Have you noticed vocal changes with the passing of time? Losing power and stamina, both in speaking and singing? During this course you will discover the causes of these changes and how to combat the effects. Whether a seasoned singer or complete novice, through song and healthy vocal production, you can regain some of your youthful vocal vigour!

Book now for April start! 🎤🎼

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D327: Mary Magdalene and Many Others Delve into the world of first century Galilee to uncover the evidence for the life ...
21/03/2025

D327: Mary Magdalene and Many Others

Delve into the world of first century Galilee to uncover the evidence for the life of Mary Magdalene and the other women who followed Jesus. Explore the gospel accounts of women including Mary Magdalene, Mary, Salome, Susanna and Joanna and the other women who joined Jesus’ group of disciples. Who were these women and what attracted them to Jesus’ mission? Discover the roles of women in Jesus’ mission and their contribution to early Christianity.

Book now: https://mycll.strath.ac.uk/View-Class/rdid/41/cr/4949

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D312: Introduction to Psychopathology (Abnormal Psychology) 🧠Are you taken with the likes of ‘Sherlock’, ‘CSI’, ‘Cracker...
20/03/2025

D312: Introduction to Psychopathology (Abnormal Psychology) 🧠

Are you taken with the likes of ‘Sherlock’, ‘CSI’, ‘Cracker’ or ‘Sea of Souls’? Are you interested in finding out about psychology, mental health and abnormality? Find out about different models of uncommon behaviours to allow a greater understanding from different perspectives.

Learn about the classification systems of mental health and behavioural disorders will be introduced and critiqued as will our more psychological approaches. Specific mental health issues such as schizophrenia, depression and eating disorders will be explored. You will also be introduced to the range of therapies available and used in the treatment of mental disorders.

Book now, class starts Thursday 17 April: https://mycll.strath.ac.uk/View-Class/rdid/41/cr/4902

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E203: Family History Research for Beginners 📍Thomas Graham Community LibraryThis class will explain the basics of good f...
19/03/2025

E203: Family History Research for Beginners
📍Thomas Graham Community Library

This class will explain the basics of good family history practice, look at where to start and the workflow of research. Major genealogy websites, the content they offer, and their strengths and limitations will be considered.

The ethics of genealogy research will be discussed such as the use of DNA testing, considering challenging findings and sharing those with others. Tools to capture and publish your results will be outlined and we’ll look at how to analyse genealogical records.

Practical exercises will help you gain a sense of old handwriting and what records contain and a case study showing the first steps in approaching your research will be shared.

🗓Wednesday 2 April 2025
🕰10.00-15.00 (1hr for lunch - students should make their own arrangements)
💸£32.00

Book a final spot today: https://mycll.strath.ac.uk/View-Class/rdid/41/cr/4894

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Strathclyde Centre for Occupational Safety & Health Microcredentials🌟Registration is open for three new Health and Safet...
18/03/2025

Strathclyde Centre for Occupational Safety & Health Microcredentials

🌟Registration is open for three new Health and Safety Microcredentials modules.
🚀Fast-track your way to new skills, knowledge, and career growth.

These microcredentials are relevant to many sectors and workplace settings and are a great addition to your CV, providing useful transferable skills.
Equally suitable for those without formal training in health and safety.

• no entry qualifications required
• no exams - practical, relevant assessments
• flexible and online
• can count towards professional CPD hour

Find out more today!

https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/centreforlifelonglearning/safetyriskmanagement/cpdinhealthandsafetyriskmanagement/

✨Reading can help to:📚Expand your vocabulary📚Boost focus and concentration📚Help learn empathy and understanding📚Grow y...
17/03/2025

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Reading can help to:
📚Expand your vocabulary
📚Boost focus and concentration
📚Help learn empathy and understanding
📚Grow you creativity
📚Reduce stress

So grab a book and start new, beneficial habits 📚

Browse our range of Learn 50+ at CLL April term classes today: https://mycll.strath.ac.uk

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We are thrilled to announce the launch of Ken Your Kin 2025! ❗️Register before the 31st of January 2025 to take advantage of our Early Bird discount ❗️(deposit option also available!). Whether you're a seasoned genealogist or taking your first steps into the world of Scottish family history, the Ken Your Kin Summer School promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of Scottish ancestry and heritage. Our 7-day programme includes - • Talks from Scottish historians, museum curators and family history experts • Further your genealogy journey with one-to-one input from qualified genealogists • Experience Scottish food, drink and traditions • Visit a range of museums, cultural and literary venues • Enjoy a vibrant social programme • Ideal for groups or the solo traveller • Join an optional 2-day ‘Introduction to Scottish Family History’ course. Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis to ensure group access to venues and to enable the SIGS team to deliver a high-quality experience. Explore our planned itinerary and secure your place today! > https://bit.ly/kyk2025 #familyhistory #Glasgow #genealogy

We are thrilled to announce the launch of Ken Your Kin 2025! Whether you're a seasoned genealogist or taking your first steps into the world of Scottish family history, the Ken Your Kin Summer School promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of Scottish ancestry and heritage. Our 7-day programme includes - • Talks from Scottish historians, museum curators and family history experts • Further your genealogy journey with one-to-one input from qualified genealogists • Experience Scottish food, drink and traditions • Visit a range of museums, cultural and literary venues • Enjoy a vibrant social programme • Ideal for groups or the solo traveller • Join an optional 2-day ‘Introduction to Scottish Family History’ course. Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis to ensure group access to venues and to enable the SIGS team to deliver a high-quality experience. Register before the 31st of January 2025 to take advantage of our Early Bird discount (deposit option also available!). Explore our planned itinerary and secure your place today! > https://bit.ly/kyk2025 #familyhistory #Glasgow #genealogy

**Registration is now open for the January 2025 start COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills courses.** • Led by experienced tutors • Excellent student feedback • Guest speaker sessions (via Zoom) • On-campus or online condensed format • Courses run on a variety of days (subject to availability) • Funding through the SAAS part-time fee grant (see website for further details). Hear our students talk about their experiences on CLL’s COSCA course and visit our website to find out more today! > https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/centreforlifelonglearning/mentalhealthcounsellingandwellbeing/counsellingskills/ (Applications close on Monday the 4th November.)

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