Calling all fans of Lovejoy, the Antiques Roadshow and the like. A look at the historical developments in style which influenced the form and development of all manner of items from furniture, ceramics, glass, silver, clocks, metals, works of art, textiles and an A to Z of collectables. We will also consider what to look for when buying and how antique auctions work.
Tutor Peter Edwards Fee £67 (discounted: £60.30) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Tuesday 9.30–11.30am, 10 meetings from 17 January 2012
Do you love words and have a good imagination? Then you would enjoy doing some creative writing. With an emphasis upon sharing ideas and shaping them into texts, this course will help you think about ways to use language.
Tutor Hilary Lewis Fee £67 (discounted: £60.30) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Tuesday 1–3pm, 10 meetings from 17 January 2012
Everyone can develop their natural creative ability and this course will focus on experimenting with different art materials and developing a unique personal style. Starting with the basics of drawing and painting, we’ll explore different techniques and ways of interpreting what we see and experience. You will then progress towards individual projects, choosing your own subjects and media and developing skills, confidence and creative imagination. All welcome, whether experienced or complete beginners.
Tutor Pat Taylor Fee £67 (discounted: £60.30) or Free
Venue Fuller Baptist Church, 51 Gold Street, Kettering NN16 8JB
Date Tuesday 12.30–2.30pm, 10 meetings from 17 January 2012
Have you been affected by unemployment or redundancy? Have you recently retired, are you a bored mum looking to return to work, or are you simply looking for a new direction in life? If so, this course is for you. Learn how to identify and value your own experience of life and the strengths and skills you have developed along the way. Explore the options open to you as you prepare to move on.
Tutor Karren Bennett Fee £53.60 (discounted: £48.25) or Free
Venue Fuller Baptist Church, 51 Gold Street, Kettering NN16 8JB
Date Wednesday 9.30–11.30am, 8 meetings from 18 January 2012
Whether you are a complete novice, lacking in computer confidence or muddling through, this friendly and relaxed class is for you. The course will cover the basics of everyday computer use.
Tutor David Watts Fee £67 (discounted: £60.30) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Monday 9.30–11.30am, 10 meetings from 16 January 2012
Learn new skills or improve existing IT skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access,
Publisher and Powerpoint using the latest Office 2010 package. Work at your own pace
from build-
Tutor David Watts Fee £134 (discounted: £120.60) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Mon & Fri 12.30–2.30pm, 20 meetings from 16 January 2012
18. IT workshop C2328645
Learn new skills or improve existing IT skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access,
Publisher and Powerpoint using the latest Office 2010 package. Work at your own pace
from build-
Tutor David Watts Fee £134 (discounted: £120.60) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Wed & Thurs 9.30–11.30am, 20 meetings from 18 January 2012
19. IT workshop C2328646
Learn new skills or improve existing IT skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access,
Publisher and Powerpoint using the latest Office 2010 package. Work at your own pace
from build-
Tutor David Watts Fee £134 (discounted: £120.60) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Wed & Thurs 12.30–2.30pm, 20 meetings from 18 January 2012
A study of the development of children from 0–8 years. We will examine language development,
how children learn through play, children’s self-
Tutor to be advised Fee £33.50 (discounted: £30.15) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Thursday 9.30–11.30am, 5 sessions from 19 January 2012
Do you have shoeboxes full of old family photos or children’s school reports? Would you like to record your garden throughout the seasons? Have you thought about celebrating your life so far? Why not document that special holiday, record milestones, do something with those wedding cards, transform special photos, achievement certificates and mementoes into a book to treasure or give as a gift.
Tutor Heather Hannant Fee £40.20 (discounted: £36.20) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Thursday 12.30–2.30pm, 6 sessions from 19 January 2012
An ideal introduction to British Sign language for those with little or no previous experience. During this informal course, you will work at your own pace to learn the necessary basic skills that will enable you to participate in a simple conversation.
Tutor Jill Parker Fee £67 (discounted: £60.30) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Wednesday 9.30–11.30am, 10 meetings from 18 January 2012
22. Expanding your British Sign language C2328675
If you have already learned the basics of BSL, either by completing Introduction to British Sign language at KCU or a similar course elsewhere, then this course is for you. You will build on your ability to take part in a simple signed conversation as we introduce new topics and extend your BSL vocabulary.
Tutor Jill Parker Fee £67 (discounted: £60.30) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Friday 9.30–11.30am, 10 meetings from 20 January 2012
Whether you are a complete novice, lacking in computer confidence or muddling through, this friendly and relaxed class is for you. The course will cover the basics of everyday computer use.
Tutor David Watts Fee £67 (discounted: £60.30) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Monday 9.30–11.30am, 10 meetings from 30 April 2012
Learn new skills or improve existing IT skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access,
Publisher and Powerpoint using the latest Office 2010 package. Work at your own pace
from build-
Tutor David Watts Fee £134 (discounted: £120.60) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Mon & Fri 12.30–2.30pm, 20 meetings from 30 April 2012
25. IT workshop C2328649
Learn new skills or improve existing IT skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access,
Publisher and Powerpoint using the latest Office 2010 package. Work at your own pace
from build-
Tutor David Watts Fee £134 (discounted: £120.60) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Wed & Thurs 9.30–11.30am, 20 meetings from 2 May 2012
27. IT workshop C2328650
Learn new skills or improve existing IT skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access,
Publisher and Powerpoint using the latest Office 2010 package. Work at your own pace
from build-
Tutor David Watts Fee £134 (discounted: £120.60) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Wed & Thurs 12.30–2.30pm, 20 meetings from 2 May 2012
An ideal introduction to British Sign language for those with little or no previous experience. During this informal course, you will work at your own pace to learn the necessary basic skills that will enable you to participate in a simple conversation.
Tutor Jill Parker Fee £67 (discounted: £60.30) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Wednesday 9.30–11.30am, 10 meetings from 2 May 2012
29. Expanding your British Sign language C2328679
If you have already learned the basics of BSL, either by completing Introduction to British Sign language at KCU or a similar course elsewhere, then this course is for you. You will build on your ability to take part in a simple signed conversation as we introduce new topics and extend your BSL vocabulary.
Tutor Jill Parker Fee £67 (discounted: £60.30) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Friday 9.30–11.30am, 10 meetings from 4 May 2012
A study of the development of children from 0–8 years. We will examine language development,
how children learn through play, children’s self-
Tutor to be advised Fee £33.50 (discounted: £30.15) or Free
Venue KCU, 1 Stanier Close, Kettering
Date Thursday 9.30–11.30am, 5 sessions from 3 May 2012