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What will I learn? This course will improve your ability to work with wood under the guidance of the tutor.You will work on a project of your own choice, so that your own level of skill increases and you finish the course with a completed item. You will be encouraged and instructed in the use […]

What will I learn? This course aims to provide a supportive place in which you can learn drawing and painting skills. The course consists of a series of projects which are structured to take you step by step through various drawing systems and painting techniques from linear drawing and perspective, tonal drawing as a preparation […]

What will I learn? During the course, through demonstration and project work, you will complete small pieces of upholstery or continue larger projects. You will be encouraged to work safely and share your experience. Assessment will be ongoing throughout the course through observation and continual feedback on individual pieces of work. Group discussion and one-to-one […]

What will I learn? During the course learners will:● Mix watercolours● Use a variety of techniques● Use colour theory● Plan composition● Investigate the properties of watercolour● Investigate papers● Stretch paper● Select brushes, paints and paper● Care for brushes.As you progress, you will learn:● Exploring traditional techniques and applications● Exploring contemporary techniques and applications● Investigate and […]

What will I learn? This course aims to teach you the basic principles of jewellery making, working with precious metals, in particular, sterling silver. You will create your own pieces which can be classical or contemporary in design or inspired by nature, art movements or even your favourite jewellery designer. You could also buy a […]

What will I learn? The complete beginner will gain knowledge and practical experience of a range of glass techniques used to design and make: 2D stained (cool) glass items and 2D fused (warm) glass items.During the course you will:• Explore the different tooling, materials and techniques used for making glass items together with their qualities.• […]

What will I learn? This course aims to teach you the basic principles of jewellery making, working with precious metals, in particular, sterling silver. You will create your own pieces which can be classical or contemporary in design or inspired by nature, art movements or even your favourite jewellery designer. You could also buy a […]

What will I learn? During this French course you will:● Further consolidate and extend your knowledge of tenses and grammatical structures● Further develop your range of vocabulary and language skills through in-depth activities, such as debates and presentations● Be offered tasks to do at home to support French practice between sessions● Learn more about French […]

What will I learn? This course aims to teach you the basic principles of jewellery making, working with precious metals, in particular, sterling silver. You will create your own pieces which can be classical or contemporary in design or inspired by nature, art movements or even your favourite jewellery designer. You could also buy a […]

What will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to extend and develop their drawing and painting skills in pencil, charcoal, pastels, inks, watercolour, acrylic and other media. Firstly, it will focus on improving current observational skills and hand skills and as the course progresses it will focus on preferred media or […]

What will I learn? The topics from the Beginners course in year 1 will be reviewed to ensure understanding of what should be known already, and will be extended as appropriate for Year 2. In particular, competitive bidding and slam bidding will be covered in detail, along with declarer and defensive guidelines and play. New […]

What will I learn? On this pottery course, you will learn how to work with clay to create complex functional ceramic pieces and sculptural objects using a range of techniques including; pinch pots, coiling and slab building as well as surface decoration. If you have some experience of clay, you will be able to explore […]

What will I learn? This Advanced course is a great opportunity to consolidate and use the Spanish language fluently, building on previous knowledge and skills. This course will give you the chance to communicate with other advanced learners and ensure your skills remain current. During this course you will:• further develop your speaking, listening, reading, […]

What will I learn? This Elementary course is a great opportunity to learn the Italian language and build on previous knowledge and skills, with opportunities to progress further. This course will give you a sound understanding of the language at your level and develop confidence in communication. During this course you will:• develop your speaking, […]

What will I learn? This Elementary course is a great opportunity to learn the French language and build on previous knowledge and skills, with opportunities to progress further. This course will give you a sound understanding of the language at your level and develop confidence in communication. During this course you will:• develop your speaking, […]

What will I learn? Make a piece of clothing of your choice, your tutor will discuss this with you at the first session and give advice and guidance on pattern selection. You will have the opportunity to learn about:● Interpreting and adapting a commercial pattern.● Personalizing your project exploring design detailing.● Selecting suitable fabrics and […]

What will I learn? This Advanced course is a great opportunity to consolidate and use the French language fluently, building on previous knowledge and skills. This course will give you the chance to communicate with other advanced learners and ensure your skills remain current. During this course you will:• further develop your speaking, listening, reading, […]

What will I learn? This course is a great opportunity to learn the Italian language and build on previous knowledge and skills, with opportunities to progress further. This course will give you a sound understanding of the language at your level and develop confidence in communication. During this course you will:• develop your speaking, listening, […]

What will I learn? During this French course you will:● Further consolidate and extend your knowledge of tenses and grammatical structures● Further develop your range of vocabulary and language skills through in-depth activities, such as debates and presentations● Be offered tasks to do at home to support French practice between sessions● Learn more about French […]

What will I learn? This course aims to give learners the opportunity to learn basic construction skills of a piece of clothing and for improvers to consolidate and develop existing skills and to explore more advanced dressmaking techniques, fit and alter commercial patterns for a personalised fit, as well as working with more challenging fabrics […]