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Oxford Lifelong Learning

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Part-time adult learning for every curious mind.

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Join us in Oxford or online this autumn

Our 2026–27 short courses and events are now live. 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

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

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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?

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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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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Health and medical sciences

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

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Technology, data and AI

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

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Short course

Flexible formats, focused learning, Oxford expertise. ...

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Events and lectures

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Undergraduate Award Courses

Discover the intellectual challenge of an Oxford education. ...

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Postgraduate Award Courses

Advance your career, deepen your expertise, or pursue a lifelong passion. ...

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Courses at a glance

Animal Behaviour: An Introduction

Why do animals behave the way they do? In this course we will look at the full range of behaviours found in the animal...

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Advanced Creative Writing

A practical course covering all aspects of novel writing from character creation and story development to final edit.

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The Practice of Magic in Medieval Society

'Magic' was a wide-ranging concept that affected many aspects of medieval society. This course will consider the actual...

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Culinary Psychology: Exploring the Mind-Body Connection through Food

Explore the fascinating intersection of psychology and culinary arts in this online course, focusing on how food affects...

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World Archaeology

In World Archaeology we explore the emergence of past societies in multiple regions of the Earth. Some are mysterious...

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Calculus: Intermediate

The tools of calculus are used to understand the universe making it essential for all mathematical modelling. This...

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Neuropsychoanalysis

Discover theories of attachment, stress, personality and grief from a neuropsychological perspective. This online day...

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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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Merchandise

Explore our range of Oxford Lifelong Learning merchandise, including totes, t-shirts and water bottles.

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News

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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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