Our leisure courses can help you to discover a new hobby, spark creativity or learn new skills. These courses are an ideal way to unwind, what could be better than doing something that makes someone you love feel happy?
Make art, write short stories, craft clay pots, learn a language, play guitar, create silver jewellery or relax with yoga – browse courses to find the perfect gift.
Please note that College is closed between Friday 15 December 2023 and Tuesday 2 January 2024 so for any orders purchased during this time, the enrolments will be processed on our return in the new year.
5 REASONS TO ATTEND EXETER COLLEGE’S ADULT ONLINE OPEN EVENT
Are you an adult looking to further your education or learn a new skill? Exeter College is here for you. We’re inviting you to our Adult Online Open Event, Tuesday 16th June 2020, 3pm-7pm, where we’ll help you to find your future.
This event is directed towards any adult (19+) who is interested in studying a course with Exeter College. Perhaps you’re hoping to move forward with your career aspirations, retrain in a new profession or just improve your skills. We have something for everyone.
Our Adult Online Open Event is the best and easiest way to find out what Exeter College can offer you…
FIND OUT ABOUT COURSES
Exeter College is bursting with opportunities for adult learners.
Our Adult Online Open Event is the perfect place to find out which course could help you to unlock your future, and you can do this all from the comfort of your own home, via your phone or laptop.
HEAR FROM SUBJECT LECTURERS
We want you to get the best start to your time at Exeter College, and that’s why we’ve arranged for you to be able to hear from subject lecturers during an interactive seminar.
Each lecturer will break down their courses for you, so you know what to expect when you start. From course content, timetabling and typical exam results, our lecturers are here to guide you.
ASK LIVE QUESTIONS
Each session will give you the opportunity to ask any questions you might have.
After each interactive seminar, subject leaders will respond to your queries. Simply type them in using the question box and get your reply.
We recommend having a pen and paper handy during the seminar, so you can note down your questions as you think of them.
HEAR FROM ADULT ADVISERS
We know that for a lot of our adult learners, the thought of going back into education can be daunting. To help you achieve your full potential, Exeter College’s adult advisers are here to support you.
Hear about the outstanding adult learning environment at Exeter College and our personalised approach to teaching and learning.
We make sure you’ll gain the skills to take you to the next level in a supportive and engaging environment.
LEARN ABOUT FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Often, adult learners feel there are barriers to returning to education, but we want you to know that we’re here to support you.
Our Adult Online Open Event will allow you to learn more about the financial support available to students.
Our advisors will guide you through how to finance courses through funding or other means, and the bursaries the college offers and how to access them.
May 2004: City pensioner student proves it’s never too late to learn.
As part of Exeter College celebrating 50 years as the UK’s first ever tertiary college, we are looking back on some memorable events which have helped us to become the Ofsted Outstanding education provider we are today.
THEN…
In May 2004, we celebrated the achievements of Exeter pensioner Helen who, by completing two A Levels at Exeter College, became a shining example of what many adult learners could achieve.
Helen did so well in her studies she was nominated for the Senior Learner of the Year award by the National Institute of Adult Education.
Completing her A Level in English Literature and an AS Level Maths in just one year, she continued her studies with a Maths A2 course.
Helen said at the time: “I retired, but I decided that I didn’t want to watch daytime television, so I looked for alternatives.
“I went for Maths and English because the subjects had changed so much since I was at school in the 1960s. I have enjoyed every minute of it.
“It surprised me to be nominated for this award,” Helen added.
Helen also admitted that she had also influenced other people to follow her lead, persuading friends and acquaintances to apply for courses and further their education like herself.
NOW…
To this day, Exeter College offers a broad spectrum of courses available to adults, from entry level to degree level, from leisure courses to professional courses. We pride ourselves on giving our adult learners a personalised approach to teaching in a supportive and engaging environment.
The Teaching Excellence Framework has awarded our university level teaching ‘Gold’, so our students know that they’ll receive exceptional teaching and gain the skills needed to take them to the next level.
If you’re interested in completing an adult course, like Helen, find out more at our Adult Online Open Event on Tuesday the 16th of June, 3pm – 7pm.
We can help you to find the right course for your future. At our open event, you’ll have the opportunity to hear from lecturers, ask live questions to teachers and learn about the support and guidance offered at Exeter College.
Exeter College is celebrating 50 years since being named as the UK’s first tertiary college. Although our roots date back to the 1800s, our status as a tertiary college marked a revolution in further education and 2020 marks our 50 years of excellence since that landmark. If you have a memory of Exeter College through the years that you’d like to share, contact marketing@exe-coll.ac.uk or get involved on social media using #ExeColl50.
