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Part-time adult learning for every curious mind.

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Join us in Oxford or online this autumn

Hundreds of short courses and events start this September. Explore flexible learning with Oxford experts, in Oxford or from anywhere in the world.

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CURIOUS ABOUT THE HUMANITIES?

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Creative writing, literature and arts

Explore creative writing, literature, and the arts through our short and part-time courses. These complementary subject...

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History of art and design

Explore the global history of art through our short and part-time courses. Designed for flexible study, these courses...

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History and heritage

Our fascinating history and heritage courses bring the past into focus, exploring how it has shaped societies and how it...

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Languages and communication

Whether you're starting a new language from scratch, refreshing existing skills, or keen to understand how culture...

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Philosophy and ethics

Explore philosophy and ethics through our short and part-time courses, and engage with the ideas, arguments, and moral...

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Religion and theology

Examine religion and theology through our short and part-time courses, and engage with the beliefs, texts, and...

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CURIOUS ABOUT STEM?

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AI, technology and data science

Explore technology, data, artificial intelligence, mathematics and engineering through our short and part-time courses....

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Health and medical sciences

Explore health and medical sciences through our flexible postgraduate and short courses, designed to support...

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Natural sciences, environment and sustainability

Engage with the defining environmental challenges of our time through a flexible range of short and part-time courses in...

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Mathematics

Develop your understanding of mathematics through our range of short courses. Designed for flexible study, these courses...

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CURIOUS ABOUT THE SOCIAL SCIENCES?

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Archaeology and anthropology

Explore archaeology, ancient history, and anthropology through our short and part-time courses, examining the cultures,...

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Business and entrepreneurship

Build the skills to lead, manage and deliver real impact – in just a few days. Learn from experienced tutors, study...

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Economics, politics and society

Explore economics, politics, and society through our short and part-time courses. These distinct subject areas offer...

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Psychology, counselling and psychotherapy

Explore psychology, counselling, and psychotherapy through our short and part-time courses, examining how people think,...

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Urban Studies

Examine how cities can respond to the challenges of a changing world through our part-time courses in urban and regional...

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ABOUT OXFORD LIFELONG LEARNING

Oxford Lifelong Learning, at the Department for Continuing Education, brings the quality of an Oxford University education within reach of everyone. We inspire people across the world to fulfil their potential – whether by studying for a qualification to change direction, enhancing their career with new skills, or learning simply to satisfy intellectual curiosity.

Who we are

LEARN WITH US

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Short courses

Choose from a range of short course formats designed to suit different interests, schedules, and ways of learning....

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Events and lectures

From thought-provoking lectures to immersive workshops, our events offer inspiring educational and cultural experiences...

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Undergraduate Award Courses

Our undergraduate award courses offer study at first-, second-, and third-year undergraduate level, providing a rigorous...

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Postgraduate Award Courses

We offer a range of part-time postgraduate study options across a range of subject areas. Certificates, diplomas,...

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Courses at a glance

The Rough Side of Victorian Politics: Riot, Bribery and Ballots

Behind Victorian respectability lay a rougher political world of bribery, riots, public voting, and fierce local...

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Fossils and the History of Life

An overview of this inspiring subject, suitable for beginners. Discover how fossils become preserved and learn about key...

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The Re-elected Prime Ministers: Their Reputations Revised?

This series examines successful Prime Ministers who secured re-election after serving at least one term in office. It...

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Portuguese: Beginners – Part 1

Join this interactive course to learn Portuguese language and explore its culture. For complete Beginners as well as...

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Wildlife in Unexpected Places

From farming and industry to archaeology and heritage, discover new perspectives on wildlife recovery and resilience....

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Hanging by a Thread: The Precarious History of the Bayeux Tapestry, 1066-2026

The Bayeux Tapestry is a unique medieval artefact with an extraordinary history. It has survived for almost a thousand...

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Baroque Art: An Introductory History
Baroque Art: An Introductory History

Explore the dazzling richness and exuberance of Baroque art and architecture - from the earliest experiments of...

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Academic staff profiles

Meet the Oxford Lifelong Learning academic staff.

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Bed and breakfast accommodation in Oxford

Accommodation in the heart of Oxford at Rewley House for those visiting the city for study, work or leisure. Situated...

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Research at Oxford Lifelong Learning

Oxford Lifelong Learning has an active interdisciplinary research community, with a strong focus on the humanities and social sciences.

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Studying with Oxford Lifelong Learning

Discover lifelong learning with the University of Oxford, offering flexible courses, part-time study options, and...

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Student spotlights

Read some of the inspiring stories of our students – on how they came to studying with us and what they’ve gone on to do next.

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Work for us

Explore career opportunities at Oxford Lifelong Learning, from teaching and research to support roles, and learn about...

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Rewley House

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Continuing Education Library

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Rewley House Reception

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