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Showing 145 to 168 of 199 courses

Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy

The first of three related courses in our Philosophy, Science and Religion online series, this course looks at science and philosophy. 

Start Date
Anytime
Delivery Mode

Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Cost
£35.00
Duration
5 weeks

Pilgrimage in Late Medieval Scotland

Explore pilgrimage in late medieval Scotland—its places, purpose, and meaning—through original sources and local landmarks. 

Start Date
06/03/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£50.00
Duration
1 day

Reading Round

Dive into short fiction, non-fiction and poetry as you explore various literary techniques and their impacts on the reader. 

Start Date
19/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£100.00
Duration
5 weeks

Reason and Passion: Philosophical Perspectives

Engage with key Western philosophies to explore how reason and passion shape morality and identity. 

Start Date
21/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£195.00
Duration
10 weeks

Research Data Management and Sharing

This course will provide learners with an introduction to research data management and sharing. 

Start Date
Anytime
Delivery Mode

Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Cost
£35.00
Duration
4 weeks

Russian Beginners Step 2

Take the next step in your Russian learning and continue to discover the basics of the most widely spoken Slavic language in the world.

Start Date
20/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£175.00
Duration
10 weeks

Russian Elementary Step 2

Take the next step in your Russian learning and go beyond the basics of the most widely spoken Slavic language in the world.

Start Date
20/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£175.00
Duration
10 weeks

Safe Data Access: Working in Trusted Research Environments

Explore accessing sensitive health data in Trusted Research Environments using the Five Safes Framework and safe researcher principles. 

Start Date
Anytime
Delivery Mode

Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Cost
Free
Duration
12 weeks

Scotland and Slavery

Examine the nature and extent of Scotland’s involvement with slavery in the Atlantic World of the 18th and 19th centuries.  

Start Date
28/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£100.00
Duration
5 weeks

Scotland on Screen

Explore how Hollywood has shaped - and stereotyped - Scotland, from haunted castles and mysterious haar to kilt-clad lads and lassies. 

Start Date
13/03/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£50.00
Duration
1 day

Scottish Social History

Explore the lives of ordinary people living in Scotland from 1830 to the present and consider family, work, health and leisure. 

Start Date
19/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£195.00
Duration
10 weeks

Self Care and Wellbeing: A Practical Guide for Health and Social Care

Learn practical techniques to improve your wellbeing and manage your response to stress so you can care for others effectively.  

Start Date
Anytime
Delivery Mode

Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Cost
Free
Duration
3 weeks

Sit Less, Get Active

Do you feel like you spend too much time sitting? Learn about how to sit less and become more active.   

Start Date
Anytime
Delivery Mode

Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Cost
£35.00
Duration
3 weeks

Spanish Beginners Step 1 (Semi-intensive)

Always wanted to learn Spanish? This course for complete beginners will allow you to discover the basics of one of the most widely spoken...

Start Date
From 20/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£175.00
Duration
5 weeks

Spanish Beginners Step 2

Take the next step in your Spanish learning and continue to discover the basics of one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.

Start Date
From 19/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£175.00
Duration
10 weeks

Spanish Beginners Step 2 (Semi-intensive)

Take the next step in your Spanish learning and continue to discover the basics of one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.

Start Date
From 24/02/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£175.00
Duration
5 weeks

Spanish Beginners Step 3

Take the next step in your Spanish learning and continue to discover the basics of one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.

Start Date
21/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£175.00
Duration
10 weeks

Spanish Elementary Step 1

Take your Spanish to the next level and go beyond the basics in one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.

Start Date
22/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£175.00
Duration
10 weeks

Spanish Elementary Step 2

Take the next step in your Spanish learning and go beyond the basics in one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.

Start Date
From 19/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£175.00
Duration
10 weeks

Spanish Elementary Step 3

Take the next step in your Spanish learning and go beyond the basics in one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.

Start Date
20/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£175.00
Duration
10 weeks

Spanish Elementary Step 4

Take the next step in your Spanish learning and go beyond the basics in one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.

Start Date
22/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£175.00
Duration
10 weeks

Spanish Elementary Step 5

Take the next step in your Spanish learning and go beyond the basics in one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.

Start Date
20/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£175.00
Duration
10 weeks

Spanish Elementary Step 6

Take the next step in your Spanish learning and go beyond the basics in one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.

Start Date
21/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£175.00
Duration
10 weeks

Spanish Intermediate Step 2

Take the next step in your Spanish learning and become independent in one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.

Start Date
20/01/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£175.00
Duration
10 weeks
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