Today there are so many avenues of knowledge open
to us that we can be spoiled for choice. Visit your local
library for information on what is available in your area – A
visit to your local colleges/universities could also prove
valuable. Remember to ask what concessions
are available.
We think the following organisations will be of help to you.
Workers’ Educational Association (WEA)
National Service for Adult Education.
Website: http://www.wea.org.uk
e-mail: info@wea.org.uk
The Open University (OU)
Gives the opportunity for students of all ages to study,
offers degree and non-degree courses.
Website: http://www.admin.open.ac.uk
Tel: 01908 653231
University of the Third Age (U3A)
Local study groups for various subjects/hobbies/interests.
No formal structure of study – mainly for pleasure.
Website: http://www.u3a.org.uk
e-mail: nationaloffice@u3a.org.uk
The Open College of the Arts
Courses on art and design ,drawing ,painting, creative
writing ,music ,photography, sculpture, textiles , garden design
etc.
Website:
http://www.oca-uk.com
e-mail: open.arts@ukonline.co.uk
NIACE
Leading non-governmental organisation for
adult learning in England and Wales.
Website :
http://www.niace.org.uk
Lifelong Learning
Web site for the encouragement, promotion
and development of lifelong learning.
http://www.lifelonglearning.co.uk
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