Courses
One Night Only Courses
Experience engaging ideas in a relaxed evening learning format.
Join thought-provoking single-session courses covering a wide range of topics in history, politics, culture, science, and the arts. These evening events combine learning, discussion, and social engagement in an accessible format.
Buddy Guy at 90: Last of the Blues Legends
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Buddy Guy at 90: Last of the Blues Legends
<p>Buddy Guy stands as one of the last living giants of the blues, with a career that helped shape modern rock, soul and popular music. This course explores his life, music and influence, placing his
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Cycladic "Art" - 5,000 Years Young
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Cycladic "Art" - 5,000 Years Young
<p>Ancient Cycladic figurines were once dismissed as primitive but later inspired modern artists such as Picasso and Henry Moore. This course explores their form, meaning and cultural context, tracing
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"I thought I saw a pussycat!" - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes 1948–1960
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"I thought I saw a pussycat!" - The Golden Age of Looney Tunes 1948–1960
<p>Step into the zany world of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and the genius animators behind the Golden Age of Looney Tunes (1948–1960). This one-night illustrated talk blends sharp historical insight with
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Seven Days in Berlin
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Seven Days in Berlin
<p>Berlin is arguably the most dynamic city in Europe. Seven days in Berlin will help you gain a better understanding of what makes this city tick. We’ll start with an overview of the history of the
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Set Adrift: Living in a Multipolar World
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Set Adrift: Living in a Multipolar World
<p>The global balance of power is shifting, and many old assumptions no longer hold. This timely course explores the move from a largely Western-led order towards a more multipolar world shaped by
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Travelling India: Culture, Landscapes and Experience
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Travelling India: Culture, Landscapes and Experience
<p>India offers one of the most diverse and enriching travel experiences in the world. This course explores its landscapes, cities and cultural traditions. From the Himalayas and Kerala’s backwaters
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Eric Clapton: A Life in Music
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Eric Clapton: A Life in Music
<p>Discover the extraordinary career of Eric Clapton, one of the most influential guitarists in modern music. This engaging session traces his journey from early blues roots to global fame.</p>
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Unpacking The Higgins/Lehrmann "Omnishambles"