Festival of Learning

We’re proud to be part of the Festival of Learning

The Festival of Learning is a national campaign celebrating adult learners’ achievements and their available learning opportunities.

The festival promotes the benefits of lifelong learning and supports adults aged 19 and over in discovering their passion. Whether aiming to learn essential skills, upskill and reskill for your career, or finally pursue that hobby – there’s something for everyone, regardless of age or level (whether it’s beginner to higher education).

Need help to find the right course? Contact the National Careers Service on 0800 100 900.

As part of our support for the Festival of Learning we have created a calendar of events and taster sessions taking place across the Leeds City region.

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Have a Go Fortnight

Lifelong Learning Week 2023 will take place from Monday 6 November. To celebrate, we have put together a fortnight of activities for you to have a go at something new, showcasing the wide range of adult learning opportunities available across the Leeds City Region.

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Adult learning events

See the variety of events you can get involved in:

Studying as a mature student

Date: Tuesday 30 April
Time: 6pm – 7.30pm
Location: Online
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Studying as a mature student

Date: Tuesday 30 April
Time: 6pm – 7.30pm
Location: Online
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Do you want to work in Care?

Date: Friday 3rd May
Time: 10am – 11.30am
Location: Deacon House
Email to book a place

Do you want to work in Care?

Date: Friday 3rd May
Time: 10am – 11.30am
Location: Deacon House
Email to book a place

Open Event

Date: Thursday 16 May
Time: 10am – 12.30pm
Location: Northern College
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Open Event

Date: Thursday 16 May
Time: 10am – 12.30pm
Location: Northern College
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Adult Open Event

Date: Thursday 16 May
Time: 4-7pmpm
Location: Leeds City College – Printworks Deli
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Adult Open Event

Date: Thursday 16 May
Time: 4-7pmpm
Location: Leeds City College – Printworks Deli
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Open Event

Date: Saturday 18 May
Time: 10am – 1pm
Location: Leeds College of Building – South Bank Campus
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Open Event

Date: Saturday 18 May
Time: 10am – 1pm
Location: Leeds College of Building – South Bank Campus
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An Introduction to Special Educational Needs and Disability support with children

Date: Thursday 6th June
Time: 1pm – 2.30pm
Location: Deacon House
Email to book a place

An Introduction to Special Educational Needs and Disability support with children

Date: Thursday 6th June
Time: 1pm – 2.30pm
Location: Deacon House
Email to book a place

Sport & Exercise Science - Experience Evening

Date: Wednesday 12 June
Time: 4pm – 6pm
Location: Leeds City College – Park Lane
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Sport & Exercise Science - Experience Evening

Date: Wednesday 12 June
Time: 4pm – 6pm
Location: Leeds City College – Park Lane
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Undergraduate open event

Date: Friday 14 June
Time: TBC
Location: University of Leeds
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Undergraduate open event

Date: Friday 14 June
Time: TBC
Location: University of Leeds
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Open Event

Date: Wednesday 19th June
Time: 4pm – 7pm
Location: Keighley College
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Open Event

Date: Wednesday 19th June
Time: 4pm – 7pm
Location: Keighley College
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Do you want to be a Teaching Assistant?

Date: Tuesday 25th June
Time: 10am – 11.30am
Location: Eastgate Campus Leeds
Email to book a place

Do you want to be a Teaching Assistant?

Date: Tuesday 25th June
Time: 10am – 11.30am
Location: Eastgate Campus Leeds
Email to book a place

Deacon House drop in day

Date: Tuesday 2nd July
Time: 10am – 2pm
Location: Deacon House
Book your place

Deacon House drop in day

Date: Tuesday 2nd July
Time: 10am – 2pm
Location: Deacon House
Book your place

Adult Courses

Explore a range of upcoming adult courses

Project Management with Data Analytics Masterclass

Date: Start date 01/05/24 – 05/05/24
Time: All sessions are delivered remotely, with a tutor, for 3 hours each week 6pm – 9pm
Provider: Leeds City College
Location: Online
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Project Management with Data Analytics Masterclass

Date: Start date 01/05/24 – 05/05/24
Time: All sessions are delivered remotely, with a tutor, for 3 hours each week 6pm – 9pm
Provider: Leeds City College
Location: Online
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Prince’s Trust Team Programme

Provider: Leeds City College
Location: To be discussed at interview
Details: Programme for those aged 19-25
Find out more and apply

Prince’s Trust Team Programme

Provider: Leeds City College
Location: To be discussed at interview
Details: Programme for those aged 19-25
Find out more and apply

Get in touch with us today

If you have any questions about studying or know someone who is thinking about career development and their options for the future, get in touch with us today.

You can email us at contact@leedscitycollege.ac.uk or give us a call on 0113 386 1997.

The Festival of Learning partnership offers a wealth of resources and events for adult learners: leedsadultlearning.co.uk