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LIFELONG LEARNINGANNUAL PROGRAMMEAUGUST 2017 - JUNE 2018

Leading Innovative Professional Practice

Halls of Residence

Refectory Building

CHATZ Restaurant Conferencing Facilities

Binnian Donard Slemish

Halls Office Scholars Bar

Orchard Building

Early Years Centre Health, Physical Activity

& Sport Technology & Design Visual Arts

OSR104 OSR223 OSR313 Dance Studio Design Studio Sports Hall

Stranmillis House

Principal’s Office Chaplains’ Room Marketing Office Moses Hill Room Students’ Union Student Support and Wellbeing Centre

Main Entrance

Main Building

Academic Registry CPD and LLL Conference Room Finance Office Human Resources Lecture Theatre 5 MSR1 and MSR2 Reception

Central Building

Ground Academic Office Betty’s Coffee Shop Careers Office Drama Theatre Free from fees ATM International Office Reception Science Labs Seminar Rooms 2 and 3

TEL1 and TEL2

Level 1

IT1 and IT2 Literacy Centre Seminar Rooms 5, 6, 7 and 8 Seminar Rooms 9, 10 and 11

Level 2

Learning Resources Lecture Theatre Library TEL12, 13 and 14 TEL15 and 16

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THE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE’S MISSION IS:

‘To sustain a vibrant, inclusive learning community, educating, shaping and enriching society through excellence in teaching, scholarship and research’.

Since it was established in 1922 Teacher Education has been central to the College’s mission. While the core of the University College’s work still relates to

undergraduate and postgraduate programmes linked to teacher education, it is also a multi-professional institution. The College’s portfolio has expanded to include the related professional fields of Early Childhood Studies and Health and Physical Education.

Our vision is to create a vibrant and forward looking University College which will focus on:

‘Leading innovative professional practice’.

Our Lifelong Learning programme is an important element of that vision.

COURSES FOR PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

Welcome to the Annual Lifelong Learning Programme. It is a matter of satisfaction to us that our exciting range of courses, expert tutors, modern teaching facilities and sylvan setting continue to attract Lifelong Learners of every age. For them – whether working, retired or semi-retired, whether 19 or 90 – the zest for knowledge and skills is, indeed a lifelong one!

The annual programme spans a broad range of specialisms for you to enjoy. To help you with planning you will find an annual planner in the centre of the programme. Many of our participants enrol on courses to expand their interests, gain confidence in learning and improve their employment prospects as well as to enjoy learning for learning’s sake.

Throughout the year we are offering lifelong learners something new to enjoy. A variety of invitation only events are scheduled in Scholars Bar, Refectory Building – so please keep your contact details up-to-date, including your email address.

Continuing with tradition, enjoy the FREE lunch time talks which provide you with a taster of courses and an experience of the lifelong learning tutor. You will find a warm welcome on our beautiful campus! Why not relax with your friends in Betty’s Coffee Shop or enjoy lunch in CHATZ?

FREE LUNCHTIME TALKS will take place in Moses Hill Room, Stranmillis House:

by Dr Anne Heaslett, BA MA DPhil MSc FRSA, Principal

MONTH TUESDAY TUTOR TITLE

Aug 22nd John Nixon History of Art courses 1-6 : An Overview

Sept 12th Ronnie Hanna Collision Course: Crown and Parliament in the Early Stuart Period

Oct 3rd Brian Wisdom The Irish and the Neanderthals: our cousins or our ancestors?

Oct 24th Angela Hunt Catherine the Great and Potemkin

Nov 28th Elaine Coyle Women’s work: Social Progress in Northern Ireland

Jan 23rd Hilary Scott Meditate or Be Mindful – or Both

Feb 13th Chris Wilson 1945 – The building of Post War Britain

Mar 27th Ronnie Hanna The Fall of Lyndon Johnson – 50 years on

Mar 13th Des O’Reilly A Paradise Lost: The Bog Meadows of Belfast and its Environs

Apr 17th Hanae Yoshida A brief history of Japanese Art and its characteristics

Halls of Residence

Refectory Building

CHATZ Restaurant Conferencing Facilities

Binnian Donard Slemish

Halls Office Scholars Bar

Orchard Building

Early Years Centre Health, Physical Activity

& Sport Technology & Design Visual Arts

OSR104 OSR223 OSR313 Dance Studio Design Studio Sports Hall

Stranmillis House

Principal’s Office Chaplains’ Room Marketing Office Moses Hill Room Students’ Union Student Support and Wellbeing Centre

Main Entrance

Main Building

Academic Registry CPD and LLL Conference Room Finance Office Human Resources Lecture Theatre 5 MSR1 and MSR2 Reception

Central Building

Ground Academic Office Betty’s Coffee Shop Careers Office Drama Theatre Free from fees ATM International Office Reception Science Labs Seminar Rooms 2 and 3

TEL1 and TEL2

Level 1

IT1 and IT2 Literacy Centre Seminar Rooms 5, 6, 7 and 8 Seminar Rooms 9, 10 and 11

Level 2

Learning Resources Lecture Theatre Library TEL12, 13 and 14 TEL15 and 16

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Course Code Course Title Page

CA806 History of Art 1: Modernism, the revolution begins 1770-1860 6

CA801 History of Art 2 : Realism to Abstraction 1860-1914 6

CA803 History of Art 3: Modernism in War and Peace 1914-1945 6

CA804 History of Art 4: Modernism to Postmodernism 1945-1980 6

CA807 History of Art 5 : Italian and Northern Renaissance Art 6

CA808 History of Art 6 : Mannerist and Baroque Art 1520-1725 6

GI904 Human Evolution: Where do the Irish and British come from? 7

GI925 & GI927 A Choir to Inspire 8

GI934 Britain and Ireland’s Nature through the Seasons 9

GI935 Identifying our Flora and Fauna 9

GI940 & GI941 Introduction to Equine Science Introduction to Horses and Horse Care 10

GI936 The Anthropology of Ireland 11

GI938 The Situation Room: Would you Push the Button? 11

GI919 & GI949 An Introduction to Social Media 11

GI929 Computer Awareness Autumn 12

GI951 Computer Awareness Spring 12

GI913 & GI953 Getting the best out of your Tablet: Group 1 Autumn/Spring 12

GI905 & GI955 Getting the best out of your Tablet: Group 2 Autumn/Spring 12

GI950 & GI930 iClass Autumn/Spring 13

GI908 & GI909 Smartphones Made Simple Autumn/Spring 13

HL0021 & HL0022 The Difference between Mindfulness and Meditation Summer/Autumn 14

HL0023 & HL0024 The Difference between Mindfulness and Meditation Winter/Spring 14

HL056 Gentle Flow Yoga Monday/Tuesday 15




HL071 Chakra Flow Yoga Monday 16




HL073 Chakra Flow Yoga Tuesday 16




HL075 Chakra Flow Yoga Wednesday 16




HL005 & HL007 & HL009 Pilates for Beginners Autumn/Winter/Spring 17

HL006 & HL008 & HL010 Pilates for Improvers Autumn/Winter/Spring 17

HL011 & HL052 & HL053 Tai Chi for Mind, Body and Energy Autumn/Winter/Spring 18

HL014 & HL077 & HL078 Body, Mind, Breath, Qi Gong (Chinese Vitality Practice) Autumn/Winter/Spring 18

HY0020 Genealogy 19

HY0148 Irish for the Inquisitive 19

HY0867 A Stranger in Ireland 20

HY0029 The abandoned mansions of Ireland the resident ghosts 20

HY0030 The American-Indian Wars and ‘How the West was Won’ 20

HY0028 History of the placenames of Ulster 20

HY0011 & HY0012 & HY0013 A Women’s History of Northern Ireland Autumn/Winter/Spring 21

HY0124 1945 and all that! 22

HY0033 Big Ideas: Introducing Political Philosophy 22

HY0040 Watergate: America in Crisis 23

HY0041 Early Stuart Britain: The Road to Civil War 23

HY0127 The Role of the Horse throughout History 24

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HY0128 The War Horse through the Ages 24

HY0182 Imperial Russia’s most controversial monarchs 25

HY0181 The History, Art and Architecture of Moscow and St Petersburg 25

HY0067 A glimpse in the past in counties Down and Armagh 26

HY0068 The glory days of the linen industry in the Upper Bann Valley 26

HY0125 Viking-Age Ireland 27

HY0118 An Archaeological Walking Tour of Carrickfergus 27

HY0066 Exploring the Ards and North Down: Layers of History 28

HY0123 Big House in Ireland: Drumalis, Larne 28

HY0117 Big House visit to Montalto 28

HY0063 Hidden History: Between the Mountains and the Gantries 29

HY0038 Hidden History: Victorian Belfast Uncovered 29

HY0070 Reconciliation in Modern Ireland: The Historical Record 1600-1998 29

HY0126 Hidden History: From the Friar’s Bush to Knockbreda 29

Language Descriptors 30

LG202 & LG302 & LG402 French Conversation for Intermediate Level Autumn/Winter/Spring 31

LG203 & LG233 & LG333 French Conversation for Advanced Level Autumn/Winter/Spring 31

LG205 & LG206 Beginners’ Irish Autumn/Winter 32

LG225 & LG226 Irish for Improvers Autumn/Spring 32

LG227 & LG228 Conversational Irish Winter/Spring 32

LG207 & LG307 Italian for Absolute Beginners Autumn/Spring 33

LG208 & LG308 Italian for Holidaymakers Autumn/Spring 33

LG209 & LG309 Italian Conversation for Lower Intermediate Level Autumn/Spring 34

LG211 & LG311 Italian Language for Intermediate Level Autumn/Spring 34

LG213 & LG313 Advanced Italian Conversation Autumn/Spring 34

LG217 Russia Unmasked 35

LG218 Russian for Beginners 35

LG212 Holiday Spanish Autumn 36

LG214 Intermediate Level Spanish Autumn 36

LG215 Lower Intermediate Spanish Spring 36

LG216 Advanced Spanish Conversation Spring 36

LIT314 Poetry for Pleasure 37

LIT315 An Introduction to the Rhyming Weaver Poets 37

VA414 Silk Painting & Batik 38

VA415 Fun Felting 38

VA416 Creative Textures in Art and Design 38

VA410 Painting with Mixed Media and Low Relief 38

VA417 Japanese Ghosts 39

VA418 Japanese ‘Kodomo no hi’ 39

VA419 Japanese Traditional Room 39

VA411 & VA511 Woodcarving for Beginners Autumn/Winter 40

VA413 Woodcarving: The Next Step Spring 40

VA420 The Art of Journaling 41

VA520 The Art of Journaling 41

VA406 Digital Photography 41

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CA806 History of Art 1: Modernism, the revolution begins 1770-1860The course introduces major art historical terms, concepts and issues, doing so in relation to art, architecture, craft and design drawn mainly from the years 1770–1860. These years saw the emergence of Modernism, led by Jacques-Louis David, painter to France’s Louis XVI and Napoleon, and signatory to Louis’s death warrant. On completing the course, participants will have a working knowledge and understanding of: art historical terms, concepts and issues; the roles and achievements of art historical practitioners; and the relationship between society and art.

CA801 History of Art 2: Realism to abstraction 1860-1914Of scientific, technological and social developments 1860–1914, probably the most challenging for painting was photography, invented 1838–9 by Daguerre in France and Talbot in England. By 1880 Post-Impressionism was proposing radical alternatives to traditional Renaissance-style ways of seeing and representing – alternatives both informed by and reacting to photography. 1890–1914 saw Matisse and Fauvism, Picasso and Cubism, along with Expressionism, Futurism and Abstraction, build on these developments, before the 1914–18 World War interrupted matters, permanently for several of the leading artists.

CA803 History of Art 3: Modernism in war and peace 1914-1945Sickened by the industrialised slaughter of WWI, German war veteran and architect Walter Gropius undertook to harness art and technology to improve living conditions for all. In 1919 he launched the Bauhaus art and design school in Weimar. The Bauhaus indeed improved aspects of all our lives, but its influence is not without criticism. Meanwhile, within fine art, Matisse and Picasso were still vying for leadership, and Surrealists were mining the ideas of Freud and Jung in ways both shockingly new and as old as man himself.

CA804 History of Art 4: Modernism to Postmodernism 1945-1980World War II left the UK spent and the USA a superpower. By 1949 both were at war again, with the USSR. The Cold War’s threat of nuclear annihilation made it a war like no other, fought mainly through technology, economics and mind games of various kinds. All this informs visual arts of the time, in sometimes surprising ways. What, for instance, did the CIA expect to gain by secretly sponsoring Abstract Expressionist painters? Or what did the arms race have in common with Pop design?

CA807 History of Art 5: Italian and Northern Renaissance artBetween the church-dominated Middle Ages and our largely secular and scientific Modern Age lies the Renaissance. In this course we look at Renaissance art’s progression from Byzantine and Gothic other-worldliness to the inspired, albeit sometimes skewed, naturalism of masters such as Van Eyck, Bosch, Leonardo, Dürer and Michelangelo – often still through religious commissions but increasingly taking a humanist perspective.

CA808 History of Art 6: Mannerist and Baroque art 1520-1725Mannerism (from the Italian for manner or style), 1520–90, is generally seen as abandoning Renaissance classicism and intellectualism for a rather frenetic pursuit of originality and emotional impact – traumatic circumstances (including the Reformation, Sack of Rome, Counter-Reformation and Wars of Religion) playing a part. Mannerism nevertheless produced great art, as did the following Baroque period, 1590–1725. Artists covered include Titian, Holbein, Bruegel, Caravaggio, Velázquez, Rembrandt and Vermeer.

CODE TIME DAY WEEKS WHERE WHEN NO CLASS COST P/P

CA806 19:00-21:00 TUE 12 Orchard 13 Feb 1827 Mar 1803 Apr 18

£65.00

CA801 10:00-12:00 TUE 12 Orchard 05 Sept 1726 Sept 17 31 Oct 17

£65.00

CA803 10:00-12:00 TUE 12 Orchard 13 Feb 1827 Mar 1803 Apr 18

£65.00

CA804 19:00-21:00 TUE 12 Orchard 05 Sept 17 31 Oct 17 £65.00

CA807 19:00-21:00 WED 12 Orchard 06 Sept 17 01 Nov 17 £65.00

CA808 19:00-21:00 WED 12 Orchard 14 Feb 1828 Mar 1804 Apr 18

£65.00

Tutor: Dr John Nixon, BA (Hons) DPhil

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GI904 Human Evolution: Where do the Irish and British come from?In the last decade new genetic techniques have built on fossil finds to provide more detailed knowledge of our origins. This is reflected in the current projects investigating the genes of the people of these islands and their “deep history”.

Q: When and where did the first humans appear?

Q: How do we differ from chimps?

Q: How do humans vary and are there ‘races’?

Q: What was our relationship with the Neanderthals?

Q: Are there really ‘Celts’ and ‘Saxons’?

Q: What can genetic genealogy tell us?

Answers to these questions and many others are emerging. Join like-minded individuals to understand and discuss the many aspects of human evolution.

Recommended Reading: The Origin of our Species, Chris Stringer, Penquin

Tutor: Dr Brian Wisdom, BA PhD FHEA


GI904 10:00-12:00 THU 10 Central 05 Oct 17 02 Nov 17 £56.00

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GI925 18.00 – 20.00 TUE 6 Central 07 Nov 17 N/A £45.00

GI925 A Choir to Inspire 2 – Extending Choral SingingChoirs have become popular again, thanks to inspirational television programmes and a new openness to trying out various forms of music-making. This short 6-week course is for those who have already taken part in the initial “A Choir to Inspire” course, plus anyone who feels confident in joining at a slightly higher level. Ability to read music (or to follow a musical part with reasonable confidence) will be an advantage. Music will be chosen from a very wide range of musical styles from pop to classical and lots in between! Help will be offered for those who would like to develop their skills in reading or following music more effectively. At the end of the course we will hope to perform something of what we have worked on together!

Tutor: Dr Norman Richardson, MBE PhD MA(Ed) BEd LGSM

GI927 A Choir to Inspire 1 – Enjoying Choral SingingChoirs have become popular again, thanks to inspirational television programmes and a new openness to trying out various forms of music-making. This short 6-week course is for anyone who would like to develop or renew their skills in choral singing, using a very wide range of musical styles from pop to classical and lots in between! Previous experience is welcome but not essential. Help will be offered for those who would like to learn to read or follow music more effectively. At the end of the course we will hope to perform something of what we have worked on together! (A second level course, “Extending Choral Singing”, is available for those who have already taken part in this initial course. Please check for dates.)


GI927 18.00 – 20.00 TUE 6 Central 13 Feb 18 N/A £45.00

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GI934 Britain and Ireland’s Nature through the SeasonsThis course is designed to introduce students to how Britain and Ireland’s nature changes through the seasons. This course will encourage both practical and interactive learning and will suit anyone wishing to learn more about how the changing seasons impact on the wildlife and plants of Britain and Ireland and how nature adapts to the altering climate.

GI935 Identifying our Flora and FaunaThis course is designed to introduce students to the key identification skills needed to explore the flora and fauna of Northern Ireland focusing on mammals, trees, plants, grasses and insects. This course will encourage both practical and interactive learning and will suit anyone wishing to learn more about species identification and the current status, threats and challenges of these species.

Tutor: Dr Lyndsey Herron, PhD MSc BSc(Hons)


GI934 10.00 – 12.00 TUE 10 Central 26 Sept 17 31 Oct 17 £56.00

GI935 10.00 – 12.00 TUE 10 Central 30 Jan 1827 Mar 1803 Apr 18

£56.00

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INTERESTSI am passionate about horses and enjoy passing on my knowledge in a friendly and informative way.

GI941 Introduction to Horses and Horse careThis course is designed to introduce students to Horses and Horse care so that by the end of the course students will have a good foundation from which to progress if desired. This course will cover the Horses’ senses, Safety around horses, Horse Identification, Grooming, Nutrition, Stable and Pasture Management, Health, and Routine Care. It is a natural precursor for the Introduction to Equine Science course. This course would suit anyone who would like to learn about horses and their care, particularly new/prospective horse owners but also anyone who would like to learn about horses in a more formal way.

GI940 Introduction to Equine ScienceThis course is designed to introduce students to the area of Equine Science. The course will cover Equine Behaviour, Anatomy and Physiology, Nutrition, Reproduction, Health and Welfare. It will also look at current areas of research. This course is suitable for anyone wishing to learn more about horses in a more scientific way, from horse owners/enthusiasts to those considering a career in the equine field.

Tutor: Mrs Rita Seery, MSc BSc Equine Science


GI941 19.00 – 21.00 WED 8 Central 04 Oct 17 01 Nov 17 £48.00

GI940 19.00 – 21.00 WED 8 Central 31 Jan 18 £54.00

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GI936 19:00 - 21:00 THUR 12 Central 14 Sept 17 02 Nov 17 £63.00

GI938 13.00 - 15.00 THUR 6 Central 08 Feb 18 N/A £46.00

GI919 13.00 - 15.00 TUE 6 Central 30 Jan 18 N/A £46.00

GI949 19:00 - 21:00 THUR 6 Central 26 Apr 18 N/A £46.00

GI936 The Anthropology of IrelandAs Northern Ireland/Ireland enters a decade of centenaries the role of symbols, identity and commemorations takes on even greater prominence. This course introduces students to the key themes and debates surrounding the role of identity, ritual and symbolism in Ireland thus enabling students to better understand the complexity of such issues in society. Focussing on areas ranging from conflict to the urban/rural divide and from cultural celebrations to the role of sport in Ulster and Irish society, this course provides an overview of the main issues impacting on what it means to be Irish/Northern Irish in the 21st century.

GI938 The Situation Room: Would you push the button?This interactive course introduces students to the main issues surrounding Nuclear Warfare. Providing a history of nuclear conflict, global capabilities and current/future threats, this course concludes with a mock round-table session during which students are put in a decision making nuclear threat style scenario. Illustrating the pressures facing decision-makers students will face the question, would you push the button?

GI919/49 An Introduction to Social MediaSocial Media is becoming increasingly important in peoples’ lives, yet for many, understanding and using it remains a daunting process. This course will cut out the ‘tech speak’ and introduce students to the benefits and pitfalls of social media, such as Facebook and Twitter, in an approachable manner. Whether you’re an individual or a business, this course will increase both your knowledge and confidence in using and interacting with social media.

Tutor: Dr Stephen Herron, PhD MA BA (Hons) Cert UG

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INTERESTSI am an academic with a sense of humour. I enjoy teaching people of all ages and abilities basic computing and technological skills.

Computer Awareness This course is designed to increase confidence in the use of the following:

Internet Searching for information Saving web pages and sending links

Email Create, send, reply to and forward emails Send attachments – documents and photos, download photos from email and save to computer

File Management Create simple documents and folders for saved documents and photos

By the end of the course participants will be able to retrieve and amend documents as well basic skills in working with photos.

Tutor: Anne Lennon, Cert Ed PGCert DASE


GI929 11.00 - 13.00 TUE 12 Central 05 Sept 1726 Sept 1731 Oct 17

£63.00

GI951 11.00 - 13.00 TUE 12 Central 16 Jan 1827 Mar 1803 Apr 18

£63.00

Getting the best out of your Tablet A tablet is a slim touchscreen computer. It works in a similar way to a Smartphone. Tablet ownership is on the increase and this course is designed to increase confidence and awareness of its many uses. Topics will include:

• Connect to wifi and manage settings• Use the internet, email and calendar• Use the camera and store photographs• Download apps such as weather, Skype, games, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio Player


GI913 14:00 – 16:00 WED 12 Central 06 Sept 17 01 Nov 17 £63.00

GI953 14:00 – 16:00 WED 12 Central 21 Feb 1828 Mar 1804 Apr 18

£63.00

GI905 18:30 – 20:30 WED 12 Central 06 Sept 17 01 Nov 17 £63.00

GI955 18:30 – 20:30 WED 12 Central 21 Feb 1828 Mar 1804 Apr 18

£63.00

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iClass This course is designed to increase confidence in the use of the following:

• iCloud: accessing Photos, Notes, Find my iPhone, Calendar, Reminders, Mail, Settings• iTunes: purchasing iBooks, Films, Music, Apps

The course will include advice about methods of payment and security when purchasing online.

IMPORTANT: This course is for Apple products – iPod, iPad and iPhone. Students should bring along their Apple ID and Apple ID password and make sure phones are fully charged.


GI930 10:00 – 14:00 MON 2 Central 02 Oct 17 N/A £45.00

GI950 10:00 – 14:00 MON 2 Central 14 May 18 N/A £45.00

Smartphones made Simple These workshops will help you to make the best use of your smartphone. Topics will include:

Texting Making Calls Contacts Voicemail

FaceTime ParkMobile WhatsApp


GI909 10:00 – 14:00 SAT 2 Central 14 Oct 17 N/A £45.00

GI908 10:00 – 14:00 SAT 2 Central 12 May 18 N/A £45.00

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The Difference between Mindfulness and MeditationWhat is the difference between Mindfulness and Meditation? This short course will help participants to distinguish between practising Meditation and Mindfulness. There is something for everyone in this course. A variety of breathing exercises are taught to assist participants to relax better during practice. Mantras and chants are explained for their meaning and when to use them. This course will help you work through anxiety and other stress related issues, allowing you to take more control of your thoughts and enhancing your overall wellbeing. The medical profession recognises the value of practising regularly for optimum wellbeing.

The tutor will provide information about the origins of such practice and the benefits which have been widely published. A short guided meditation, and mindful exercises will be practised. You will try various techniques in order to find which is most suited to your lifestyle. By attending this course you will be able to bring your mind and your body back in to balance.

Tutor: Hilary Scott


HL0021 14:00 – 15:00 WED 6 Orchard 16 Aug 17 N/A £36.00

HL0022 17.30 - 18.30 WED 6 Orchard 01 Nov 17 N/A £36.00

HL0023 13.00 - 14.00 TUE 6 Orchard 06 Feb 18 N/A £36.00

HL0024 13.00 - 14.00 THUR 6 Orchard 03 May 18 N/A £36.00

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Gentle Flow YogaThis is a gentle meditative Yoga class, great for beginners or for those who want a slower paced and relaxing Yoga Practice. Chakra Flow Yoga will guide you towards flexibility, strength and mental clarity. The Chakra system is a mind body map through which we organise our life-force. It helps us identify areas of the mind and body which need to be awakened or balanced. Enjoy deep relaxation at the end of each class. To ensure quality of tutoring the maximum number of participants on this course is 15. Please inform instructor of any physical or medical issues.

Tutor: Orla Wallace, BA Hons


HL056 17:30 – 19:00 MON 7 Orchard 11 Sep 17 N/A £50.00

HL156 17:30 – 19:00 TUE 7 Orchard 12 Sep 17 N/A £50.00

HL057 17:30 – 19:00 MON 7 Orchard 06 Nov 17 N/A £50.00

HL157 17:30 – 19:00 TUE 7 Orchard 07 Nov 17 N/A £50.00

HL060 17:30 – 19:00 MON 7 Orchard 29 Jan 18 N/A £50.00

HL160 17:30 – 19:00 TUE 7 Orchard 30 Jan 18 N/A £50.00

HL061 17:30 – 19:00 MON 7 Orchard 09 Apr 18 N/A £50.00

HL161 17:30 – 19:00 TUE 7 Orchard 10 Apr 18 N/A £50.00

https://facebook.com/Orla-Wallace-Yoga-881254228571297/

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Chakra Flow YogaChakra Flow Yoga will guide you towards flexibility, strength and mental clarity. The Chakra system is a mind body map through which we organise our life-force. It helps us identify areas of the mind and body which need to be awakened or balanced. Suitable for all levels, each class begins with breath work and core strengthening. Sharpen your awareness as you move through challenging poses using the breath as your guide. Enjoy deep relaxation at the end of each class. Please inform instructor of any physical or medical issues.


HL071 19:00 - 20:30 MON 7 Orchard 11 Sep 17 N/A £50.00

HL073 19:00 - 20:30 TUE 7 Orchard 12 Sep 17 N/A £50.00

HL075 19:00 - 20:30 WED 7 Orchard 13 Sep 17 N/A £50.00

HL072 19:00 - 20:30 MON 7 Orchard 06 Nov 17 N/A £50.00

HL074 19:00 - 20:30 TUE 7 Orchard 07 Nov 17 N/A £50.00

HL076 19:00 - 20:30 WED 7 Orchard 08 Nov 17 N/A £50.00

HL001 19:00 - 20:30 MON 7 Orchard 29 Jan 18 N/A £50.00

HL003 19:00 - 20:30 TUE 7 Orchard 30 Jan 18 N/A £50.00

HL054 19:00 - 20:30 WED 7 Orchard 31 Jan 18 N/A £50.00

HL002 19:00 - 20:30 MON 7 Orchard 09 Apr 18 N/A £50.00

HL004 19:00 - 20:30 TUE 7 Orchard 10 Apr 18 N/A £50.00

HL055 19:00 - 20:30 WED 7 Orchard 11 Apr 18 N/A £50.00

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INTERESTSI have been a Pilates instructor for the past 9 years and I really enjoy passing on my knowledge to others.

Pilates for Beginners and ImproversPilates is an exercise programme dating back to 1920, developed by Joseph H. Pilates. The course focuses on spinal, core and flexibility awareness. The exercises performed can be adapted for all levels of fitness and generally consist of gentle exercise done on a mat either sitting or lying down. The programme is delivered to encourage progress in a series of repetitive exercises to suit an individual’s needs. Mats are provided, however you are most welcome to bring your own.

Numbers are limited. Please inform instructor of any physical or medical issues.

BEGINNERS

IMPROVERS

Tutor: Jacquleen Henderson


HL005 11:00 – 12:00 TUE 10 Orchard 05 Sep 1726 Sep 1731 Oct 177 Nov 17

£50.00

HL007 11:00 – 12:00 TUE 10 Orchard 09 Jan 18 £50.00

HL009 11:00 – 12:00 TUE 10 Orchard 17 Apr 18 £50.00


HL006 12:00 - 13:00 TUE 10 Orchard 05 Sep 1726 Sep 1731 Oct 177 Nov 17

£50.00

HL008 12:00 - 13:00 TUE 10 Orchard 09 Jan 18 £50.00

HL010 12:00 - 13:00 TUE 10 Orchard 17 Apr 18 £50.00

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INTERESTSI very much enjoy sharing my love of Tai Chi and Qi Gong and all the health benefits that go with it in a fun and informative way. For more information please visit: http://www.jademaiden.co.uk

Tai Chi for Mind, Body and EnergyThrough slow movement, with focused intent, Tai Chi class is designed to promote all aspects of physical and mental health, creating a feeling of wellbeing. It derives from Martial arts, but is widely practiced for its health benefits. Ideal for beginners, as well seasoned practitioners, we will focus on alignment, to transform our practice, clarifying core principles of Tai Chi (Tai Ji Quan). Class includes warm up, gentle stretching, and focusing on form (sequences of movement), to develop co-ordination and confidence while promoting relaxation. Please inform instructor of any physical or medical issues.

Tutor: Jane Burke, BA (Hons) DAS

Body, Mind, Breath, Qi Gong (Chinese Vitality Practice)Each semester of this course will explore some of the various aspects of Qi Gong, stimulating the system to find balance in the body, mind and emotions. These exercises deeply relax, stretch and release tension. Learn how to centre yourself, find stillness and calm, even on hectic days. We will combine breathing exercises, sequences of movement, with guided relaxations and self-massage techniques. This course gives you the tools to de-stress, improves sleep, calm, focus and find energy when tired. Can be done seated of standing. Suitable for everybody. Please inform instructor of any physical or medical issues.


HL011 19:00 – 20:00 WED 12 Orchard 06 Sep 17 01 Nov 17 £48.00

HL052 19:00 – 20:00 WED 10 Orchard 31 Jan 1828 Mar 1804 Apr 18

£40.00

HL053 19:00 – 20:00 WED 10 Orchard 25 Apr 18 £40.00


HL014 20:00 - 21:00 WED 12 Orchard 06 Sep 17 01 Nov 17 £48.00

HL0077 20:00 - 21:00 WED 10 Orchard 31 Jan 1828 Mar 184 Apr 18

£40.00

HL078 20:00 - 21:00 WED 10 Orchard 25 Apr 18 £40.00

http://www.jademaiden.co.uk

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INTERESTSOur aim is to encourage an interest in the history of the province of Ulster; promote a positive image of Northern Ireland overseas; strengthen the links between Ireland and those of Ulster descent; broaden access to historical documents and records for Irish and Scots-Irish genealogy; and to inspire pride in Irish and Ulster heritage and culture. It offers its extensive knowledge to help on the sources available to discover Irish and Scots-Irish ancestors.

HY0020 Genealogy: Trace Your Family TreeThis is the perfect course for those who always wished to trace their family tree but didn’t know where to

start, taught by expert genealogist and historian from the Ulster Historical Foundation this series of talks

will guide you through the myriad of sources of information. The course will include a hands-on session

on how to use Irish census records online.

Early booking is recommended, as this course is very popular.

Tutor: Ulster Historical Foundation

INTERESTSAs ever it is my intention to share interesting and little known facts about our history with participants.

Tutor: Clive Scoular, MSSc


HY0020 19:00 – 21:00 TUE 8 Central 10 Oct 17 31 Oct 17 £55.00

HY0148 Irish History for the InquisitiveAs Irishmen and women we are constantly reminded of the contributions made to our history by the

likes of Michael Collins and Edward Carson, and the significance of events such as the Easter Rising

and the signing of the Covenant. But what do we know of the many intriguing and frankly unbelievable

happenings which have taken place over the centuries, and of the unsung heroines and heroes who have

actually shaped our country’s history? Come along and find out.


HY0148 11:00 – 13:00 WED 8 Central 04 Oct 17 01 Nov 17 £55.00

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INTERESTSMy experience as an author and as a well-travelled individual inspires me to share my knowledge. I am committed to enhancing the knowledge base of the class participants.

HY0867 A Stranger in IrelandThis course is based on the impressions of visitors of the people and landscape of Ireland. The visitors chosen will be representative of each of the four centuries from the 16th to the 19th century. They will include Francisco De Cuellar, a survivor of the Spanish Armada who was washed up on Streedagh Strand in Co. Sligo as well as Edmund Spenser, John Stephens and Walter Scott. Details of their journeys will be presented in the form of a powerpoint presentation along with maps of the different destinations mentioned.

HY0029 The abandoned mansions of Ireland and the resident ghostsMany of the houses of the landed gentry have a history of intrigue and tangled plots. Often the events that occurred during the periods of occupation involved murders and conspiracies to murder. In other cases the political landscape may have changed and the residents endure suffering and hardship that resulted in the destruction of the house and estates attached. Such events often see the return of the spirits of the people involved and a re-enactment of the incidents that occurred in the tales that are told about these ‘Big Houses’.

HY0030 The American-Indian Wars and ‘How the West was Won’The American-Indian Wars were a series of armed conflicts between European governments and later American settlers or US government, and the native peoples of North America. This course will focus more on the conflicts that occurred in the 19th century including the Battle of the Big Horn and Wounded Knee. Events along the different trails will be described such as on the Bozeman Trail 1863-1868 and the Oregon Trail 1846-1869. These wars and events will form the basis of a slide presentation.

HY0028 History of the Placenames of UlsterEach placename in Ulster has a story to tell. The story might relate to a physical feature such as a hill or a mountain. It might relate to a person of importance as in the case of the goddess Macha whose name is associated with Armagh. Some placenames refer to the battles of long ago e.g Drumgath, Co.Down, Droim gCath, ‘ridge of battles’. Whatever the story, the placenames selected will make up an interesting study that will be based on slide presentations and Ordinate Survey Maps.

Tutor: Dr Des O’Reilly, BA (Hons) MA EdD


HY0867 19:00 - 21:00 THU 10 Central 11 Jan 18 £58.00

HY0029 10:00 - 12:00 TUE 10 Central 16 Jan 18 £58.00

HY0030 10:00 - 12:00 WED 6 Central 11 Apr 18 £50.00

HY0028 19:00 - 21:00 THU 10 Central 12 Apr 18 £58.00

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INTERESTSI believe in the power of education to change individual lives and to change society through opening up new perspectives.

A Women’s History of Northern IrelandThe history of Northern Ireland, as it is written in history books and in the public imagination, focuses on iconic men who loom large. In this course we ask, “where were the women”? We will reveal an alternative view of the last century by focusing on the efforts of women - across communities, in public life and in everyday life - to hold society together in times of conflict, to make peace and to agitate for change.

Recommended Reading: Against the Grain: Contemporary Women’s Movement in Northern Ireland, Eileen Evason, Attic Press

Tutor: Elaine Coyle, MA BA (Hons) Cert UG


HY0011 19:00 – 20:30 TUE 10 Central 22 Aug 17 £55.00

HY0012 10:00 – 11:30 TUE 10 Central 16 Jan 18 £55.00

HY0013 19:00 – 20:30 TUE 10 Central 10 Apr 18 £55.00

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INTERESTSI believe in education as a life-long process; in learning that should be fun - in learning that makes you smile as well as think!

HY0124 1945 and all that!The end of World War II witnessed a social revolution in Britain. The Labour Government of Clement Attlee was swept to power. Empire was dismantled. NATO established. The NHS set-up. 20% of the British economy nationalised.

Q: Why on earth did this happen? What is the legacy today?

Q: And how was all this managed when the UK was effectively broke?

Q: Attlee was a ‘modest little man with much to be modest about’ (Churchill), really?

Recommended Reading: Mastering Modern British History, Norman Lowe, Palgrave

Tutor: Chris Wilson, MA (Cantab) MA Cert.Ed (PCE) ACP MTA

HY0033 The Big Ideas: Introducing Political PhilosophyBaffled the ‘isms’? Liberalism, Socialism, Marxism?

Confused by Mill and Marx or wanting to know what is really meant by Liberty or Equality? Then this is for you. Political Philosophy is concerned with the Big Ideas. What does a good society really look like? Is a strong state a help (Hobbes) a hindrance (Locke) or a conspiracy against working people (Marx)? Come along and find out!

Recommended Reading: Political Ideas and Concepts, Andrew Heywood, Palgrave


HY0124 18:00 - 20:00 MON 10 Central 02 Oct 1723 Oct 1730 Oct 17

£55.00

HY0033 14:00 - 16:00 MON 10 Central 05 Feb 1826 Mar 1802 Apr 18

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INTERESTSRonnie Hanna’s background is in publishing, but he has been involved in adult education since 1994, primarily through what is now the Open Learning programme at Queen’s University Belfast. He has been a Principal Examiner in GCE History with CCEA since 1997.

HY0040 Watergate: America in CrisisIn February 1972, Richard Nixon became the first American president to visit China and begin a new relationship between these nations. Three months later, he was the first president to sign a nuclear arms limitation treaty with the USSR – in Moscow. And in November he secured re-election in a landslide victory. Yet less than two years later, he achieved another ‘first’ in American history, when he became the first US president to resign from office. This event had its origins in that landmark year of 1972, when a break-in at the Democratic National Committee offices in the Watergate complex on 17 June was apprehended. This course aims to explain how and why the Watergate incident led to the downfall of Richard Nixon.

HY0041 Early Stuart Britain: The Road to Civil WarCovering the years from the accession of James I to the calling of the Long Parliament by Charles I, this course studies a period of mounting tension between Crown and Parliament. The Stuart belief in the Divine Right of Kings was one that did not sit well with a Parliament increasingly sensitive to signs of absolutism and betrayal of the Protestant Reformation. What had been an uneasy relationship during the reign of James, totally broke down under Charles, when the king decided to rule without Parliament after 1629. When Charles was eventually forced to recall Parliament in 1640 in the midst of a Scottish rebellion, there were many grievances to be addressed.

Tutor: Ronnie Hanna, BA (Hons) MA Modern History


HY0040 14:00 - 16:00 WED 12 Central 20 Sept 17 01 Nov 17 £63.00

HY0041 10:00 - 12:00 THUR 12 Central 18 Jan 1829 Mar 1805 Apr 18

£63.00

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INTERESTSI am passionate about horses and enjoy passing on my knowledge in a friendly and informative way.

HY0127 The Role of the Horse throughout historyThe Horse has played a pivotal role in our history from Ancient times to the present. He has been an important source of food, method of transport, beast of burden, loyal servant in war and a symbol of status and power. More recently the Horse has been our partner in a range of sporting and leisure pursuits such as hunting, racing, show jumping and dressage. In addition, the horse has been used as a social partner, enhancing the lives of those with disabilities. This course aims to explore our relationship with the horse from early times to present in an interesting and informative way, perhaps giving the dog a run for its money as man’s best friend!

HY0128 The War Horse through the AgesHorses have been our loyal partners in war through the ages. From the time the first person mounted a primitive chariot through to the First World War and beyond, the horse has been instrumental in the history of man. This course aims to explore this important and often overlooked relationship. Particular attention will be given to the War Horses in Ancient Ireland, Roman Times, The Middle Ages, the Renaissance and the First World War.

Tutor: Rita Seery, MSc BSc Equine Science


HY0127 16:00 – 18:00 WED 6 Central 04 Oct 17 01 Nov 17 £48.00

HY0128 16:00 – 18:00 WED 6 Central 07 Feb 18 £48.00

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INTERESTSI am a native Russian speaker keen to promote the importance of Russian language learning and cultural awareness through a variety of activities including reading, writing, listening, conversation, and discussing situational judgements.

HY0182 Imperial Russia’s most controversial monarchsPeter I’s and Catherine II efforts to modernise Russia left a deep imprint not only on Russians but on West Europeans as well. They were the most enlightened despots of the 17th and 18th Century Europe. As Russia’s leaders they tried to bring to a successful conclusion the transformation of Russia into a European power. During their reign the city of St Petersburg emerged as a cultural centre of Europe. The whole reigns of these two monarchs have been marked by events relating for their love of glory.

Video, power point presentations and other materials will be used during the course to make it interesting and captivating for the participants.

HY0181 The History, Art and Architecture of Moscow and St PetersburgThe course will explore these two major Russian cities through their evolution by the way of distinct history, spiritual values, monuments, art and architecture and their symbolic functions - St. Petersburg emphasizing Russia’s European vocation and Moscow - symbolising the heart of Russia. It will also look at the nature of the successive political regimes Tsarist and Communist - and the changing roles of the two cities with these regimes.

Tutor: Angela Hunt, BA MA DELE


HY0182 14:00 – 16:00 MON 12 Central 11 Sep 17 30 Oct 17 £60.00

HY0181 14:00 – 16:00 TUE 12 Central 10 Apr 18 £60.00

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INTERESTSA local historian, author and retired school principal, he thoroughly enjoys passing on his knowledge to eager participants.

HY0067 A Glimpse into the past in Counties Down and ArmaghThis course begins in the cathedra town of Dromore with its high cross and motte and bailey. Topics include the Gill Hall ghost story and a visit to a family scotch mill. Next a visit to Waringstown - famous for its once thriving handloom weaving industry. Here we shall discuss the influences which the Waring family and the arrival of the Flemish weavers had in the late 17th Century. Our next visit is to Banbridge - a town with a rich linen legacy. Discussion will centre on the towns development with the involvement of the hills of Hillsborough. Other places of interest include Scarva, Scarva House, the mysterious black Pigs Dyke and the neighbouring raths. Finally we visit Poyntzpass, the birthplace of Redmond O’Hanlon - the rapparee. Included will be a visit to the preserved railway signal box and the Newry canal. Each day will commence with coffee.

Access to private transport is essential. Moderate Walking distances. Week 1 will be held in Stranmillis University College.

HY0068 The Glory Days of the Linen Industry in the Upper Bann ValleyThis course begins in Maghery situated on the shores of Lough Neagh between the estuaries of the rivers Blackwater and the Upper Bann. Discussions will centre on the importance of these waterways and on the history associated with nearby Coney Island. We travel to Dan Winters cottage where decision to form the Orange Order was made in 1795 after the Battle of the Diamond. Our final visit of the day is to Ardress House. We now continue on this most nostalgic tour to the beautiful Vale of Moyallen, near Portadown. The arrival of the Quakers here in 1675 provided the impetus for the development of the linen industry in the Upper Bann Valley. We will explore the nearby town of Gilford, one of Irelands earliest mill towns and examine the contribution made by the early paternalistic employers. We will visit many linen houses and castles and industrial archaeological sites - now ghostly, silent and majestic. We will discuss the life and times of Rev W. Butler Yeats, grandfather of W Butler Years, Nobel Prize winner. Rev Yeats was Rector in Tullylish (1836-1853). As usual there will be morning coffee in the quaint locations along the valley.

Access to private transport is essential. Moderate walking distances. Week 1 will be held in Stranmillis University College.

Tutor: Plunkett Campbell, BEd


HY0067 10:00 – 12:30 WED 6 Off Campus 20 Sep 17 £50.00

HY0068 10:00 – 12:30 WED 6 Off Campus 02 May 18 £50.00

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INTERESTSI am an archaeologist with the Centre for Archaeological Fieldwork (CAF), School of Natural and Built Environment, Queen’s University Belfast and President of the Ulster Archaeological Society (UAS) who has a passion for archaeology and a passion for telling people about the exciting discoveries made by archaeologists.

HY0125 Viking-Age IrelandThis is a six week, fully- illustrated, evening course will cover the archaeological and historical story of the Vikings in Ireland from their first raids at the end of the 8th century AD until their assimilation into Irish society by the end of the 11th century AD. Our knowledge of the Vikings in Ireland has been revolutionised by fabulous archaeological discoveries across Ireland, especially in the last 30 years. Amongst the topics covered in the course will be the Vikings in Irish and Scandinavian history, the Viking archaeology of Irish towns, the Vikings at war, Viking crafts, Viking graves and grave goods and life in Viking-Age Ireland.

HY0118 Archaeological walking tour of CarrickfergusThis guided walking tour will explore the Anglo-Norman port of the 12th and the 13th centuries. You will visit the impressive castle, built by John de Courcy and Hugh de Lacy (entry fee not included) and learn how the surrounding town developed in the shadow of this great fortress. You will get a tour of the earliest town walls in Ulster built by Sir Arthur Chichester in the early 17th century and visit one of the most historic churches in Ireland, St Nicholas’ Church, which has many impressive Medieval and 17th century features. You will have the chance to lunch in one of the town’s surviving Tower Houses (not included) and visit Carrickfergus Museum which holds many of the exciting finds from excavations carried out in the town.

Walking tour takes 6 hours. Participants should make their own way to meet at the entrance to Carrickfergus Castle at 10.00am.

Recommended Reading: Carrickfergus. The Story of the Castle and Walled Town, Ruairi O’Baoill, TSO Ireland.

Tutor: Ruairi O’Baoill, BA (Joint Hons) Archaeology and Ancient History


HY0125 19:00 - 21:00 THUR 6 Central 18 Jan 18 £50.00

HY0118 10:00 – 16:00 SAT 1 Off Campus 19 May 18 £40.00

Carved crook (or finial), early 11th cen-tury AD found on the Fishamble Street, Dublin, Viking excavations (NMI)

Aerial photograph of Carrickfergus showing the 17th century stone town walls, St Nicholas’ Church, the Medieval castle and the town centre (NIEA)

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INTERESTSI have lived all my life in North Down and enjoy nothing more than introducing its beautiful towns and villages to new visitors.

HY0066 Exploring the Ards and North Down: Layers of HistoryParticipants will explore the richly-layered history of North Down and the Ards looking at early ecclesiastical settlements, the impact of the Vikings, the arrival and legacy of the Anglo-Normans and then the era of the Gaelic lords and the Scottish settlers. We consider the impact of the 1798 Rebellion in the Ards and also meet modern characters such as Thomas Andrews of Titanic fame, CS Lewis and Rosamund Praeger.

The course will begin on Week 1 in Comber Square (meet at the statue of Sir Robert Rollo Gillespie); and you can expect surprises, delightful coffee shops and (hopefully) good weather. Access to private transport is essential and moderate levels of fitness are required

HY0123 The Big House in Ireland: Drumalis, LarneOnce again we offer a rare opportunity for aficionados of ‘The Big House in Ireland’ to spend an afternoon at one of County Antrim’s finest and most beautifully preserved country houses. Drumalis House on the Coast Road at Larne dates from the 1870s and was once home to Sir Hugh and Lady Smiley. Located on the site of an ancient friary and overlooking Islandmagee and the Scottish Isles, Drumalis was the nerve-centre of the Ulster Volunteers’ gun-running of 24-25 April 1914 which changed the course of Irish History. It later became a convent. The afternoon visit will include a short talk on some historical aspects of Larne and the County Antrim Coast Road, followed by a guided tour of the house and an opportunity to walk in the beautiful grounds.

Participants should make their own way to Drumalis for 2.00pm. Tea will be served around 3.30pm. Moderate walking with some stairs.

HY0117 The Big House in Ireland: Montalto, BallynahinchThis is a wonderful opportunity to spend a spring day at one of the finest Georgian mansions in Northern Ireland. Set among the drumlins of County Down, the house was built by the Rawdon family, Earls of Moira, at the end of the 18th century – the golden age of the Anglo-Irish gentry. Lord Moira, a member of both the old Irish Parliament in Dublin and the British House of Lords, was a friend of Wolfe Tone who famously visited the house in 1792. The Rawdon family played a key part in the stirring times of the 1790s, and in June 1798 the Battle of Ballynahinch was fought in the demesne around Montalto. The programme will include a full tour of the house and grounds, an illustrated talk by a local historian, and a superlative afternoon tea. Enjoy a day out of time!

Numbers strictly limited with free parking available on-site. Own transport is essential. Participants should arrive at Montalto at 1.45pm. Moderate walking with some stairs.

Tutor: Laura Spence, BA (Hons) MA Modern History


HY0066 10:00 - 12:30 TUE 8 Off Campus 09 Jan 18 £58.00

HY0123 14:00 - 17:00 THU 1 Off Campus 08 Mar 18 £35.00

HY0117 13:45 – 17:00 THU 1 Off Campus 15 Mar 18 £45.00

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HY0038 Hidden History: Victorian Belfast UncoveredThis series of guided walks will take you through the thoroughfares and byways of the Victorian city. You will trace the footsteps of the Rev WM O’Hanlon in his ‘Walks Among the Poor’ of Belfast in the 1850s, pause at the statue of Dr Henry Cooke, visit the impressive Customs House and Clarendon Dock and experience the nautical themes of Sinclair Seaman’s Church. You will follow the ‘grand thoroughfare’ of Royal Avenue with its late Victorian footprint, re-discovering the history of York St and old Smithfield with its pipe-making industry. From the grandeur of Donegall Square with its spectacular ‘Wedding Cake’ we will view the former Royal Irish Linen Warehouse and delve into the industrial and cultural history of the Markets. As ever on Hidden History, coffee remains de rigueur. Moderate walking involved in central Belfast. Week 1 Meeting point is Central Building.

HY0063 Hidden History: Between the Mountains and the GantriesThis series of guided walks will focus on the big houses, factories, cemeteries and churches of the Lagan Valley. We will trace the industrial revolution from Belfast to Dunmurry, from Lambeg to Lisburn to examine the changes that linen production made to Derriaghy. There will be visits to cemeteries and places of worship such as the Non Subscribing Meeting House, Dunmurry. A comparison will be made of the development of linen production in Dunmurry against the linen mills of Belfast. As ever in Hidden History coffee remains sacrosanct. Entry charges may apply at various locations. Moderate walking involved and private transport arrangements are required. Week 1 Meeting point is Central Building.

HY0070 Reconciliation in Modern Ireland: The Historical Record 1600-1998This six week course will explore the various attempts to bridge the historical divisions in pre-partition Ireland and later in Northern Ireland from the 1914 Home Rule Crisis to the 1974 Power-sharing Executive. Led by an expert on Irish and British State Papers, each session will examine a different political initiative from the Lloyd George Exclusion Proposals of 1916 (endorsed by Carson and Redmond and the Irish Convention of 1917-18 –described as ‘a brilliant failure’- to the post-partition Craig- Collins Pacts of 1922, the ‘Orange and Green Talks of 1962’ and the 1974 Power-sharing Executive.

HY0126 Hidden History: Belfast Graveyards from the Friar’s Bush to KnockbredaDuring this short course participants will explore Belfast’s most historic graveyards. Led by expert guides you will visit the ancient burial-ground of Friar’s Bush and discover its rich history from Penal Times to the Great Famine. From there we will visit Shankill (‘the Old Church’) with its ‘Bullaun Stone’ and watch-house from the days of the ‘Ressurrection Men’; Knockbreda with its 18th century parish church and Georgian Mausolea and the graves of rebel and loyalist in the 1798 Rebellion. At Balmoral we will discover the graves of ‘the Black Man’ and a leading Protestant Nationalist.

Tutor: Jim McDermott


HY0038 10:00 - 12:30 TUE 10 Off Campus 12 Sep 17 31 Oct 17 £60.00

HY0063 10:00 - 12:30 WED 8 Off Campus 13 Sep 17 01 Nov 17 £58.00

HY0070 10:00 - 12:30 MON 6 Central 05 Feb 18 £45.00

HY0126 10:00 - 12:30 WED 6 Off Campus 18 Apr 18 £45.00

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BEGINNERS: You are a complete beginner, knowing virtually nothing of the language. You will develop competence in a range of predictable simple everyday language tasks. The course will provide a very basic knowledge of the structure and vocabulary of the language.

LOWER INTERMEDIATE: You are more than a beginner but are not quite ready to be classified as intermediate level. You can deal with many common ‘survival’ situations confidently. You are ready to take the next step and develop your grammar and conversation skills.

INTERMEDIATE: You have a reasonable foundation in the language at school level, possibly to ‘O’/GCSE level or equivalent. You can deal with most common ‘survival’ situations confidently. You now want to start moving beyond merely practicing simple language during your holiday or work trip abroad, learning to cope in non-routine situations and contributing to conversations on topics of general interest.

ADVANCED: You have acquired a good vocabulary and a good understanding of grammatical rules. Your speaking and listening skills allow you to be relatively confident in most social or working settings. You can understand a wide range of demanding and long texts. You now want to express yourself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions, and use the language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes.

WHICH LEVEL? If you are not sure which level is appropriate, ask the tutor for advice and guidance on your first evening.

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INTERESTSI am an experienced French teacher, having taught French at all levels to a wide audience of participants including adult learners for over 30 years. As a native French speaker I am keen to promote the importance of language learning and cultural awareness through a variety of activities speaking, writing and listening activities including the use of authentic multi-media resources.

French Conversation Intermediate LevelThis course is designed for adult learners who already have some knowledge and command of the French language (approx. to GCSE-Level).

This course will be conducted in a warm and friendly atmosphere where participants will be given the opportunity to gain confidence and proficiency in the use of French. On a practical level the course aims to develop and revise the knowledge already acquired, including vocabulary and grammar which will enhance practical communication skills. It is expected that with a better understanding of the language, participants will be able to explore cultural aspects of France and French speaking countries. Classes will focus on speaking and listening via activities such as role-play which will develop a greater confidence in communicating with native speakers.

Recommended Reading: French Experience 2, Jeanine Picard, Mike Garnier, Anny King, BBC Publications

Tutor: Brigitte Gourley, BA Hons MA PGCE/DIP


LG202 18:00 – 20:00 WED 10 Central 06 Sep 17 01 Nov 17 £55.00

LG302 18:00 – 20:00 WED 10 Central 17 Jan 18 £55.00

LG402 18:00 – 20:00 WED 10 Central 11 Apr 18 £55.00

French Conversation Advanced LevelThis lively course is aimed at those who already have a sound knowledge of French (A Level or equivalent) but would like to further secure their confidence and fluency of the Language. The advanced level course aims to provide access to contemporary French culture and society through authentic texts and resources to promote class discussions “sujets de reflexion”, in French on topics such as history, multicultural society, media, the arts and the Francophone world. Authentic texts and resources will be accompanied by vocabulary and grammar notes and activities, and where appropriate, explanations filling in cultural background.

Recommended Reading: Francothèque, Open University, Open University Publications


LG333 18:30 – 20:30 TUE 10 Central 05 Sep 17 31 Oct 17 £55.00

LG233 18:30 – 20:30 TUE 10 Central 16 Jan 18 £55.00

LG203 18:30 – 20:30 TUE 10 Central 10 Apr 18 £55.00

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Tutor: Dr Ian Malcom, BA PhD

INTERESTSI have considerable experience as a lecturer in Irish language at various levels and have provided courses for both beginners and improvers at Stranmillis for the past few years. https://irishwithian.wordpress.com/

Beginners’ IrishThis lively and popular course is aimed at those who would like to make a start in learning Irish and is perfectly suited to those who have had no contact with the language in the past – as well as those ‘rusty returners’ who would like to ‘have another go’.The emphasis is on Ulster Irish, but the tutor, Dr Ian Malcolm, ensures that learners are well aware of alternative forms they may encounter from the other major dialects. The course will provide a strong foundation in spoken Irish but care is taken to make sure that learners achieve a solid understanding of essential grammar points.

Recommended Reading: Irish for Beginners, Angela Wilkes, Usborne



LG206 19:00 – 21:00 WED 10 Central 17 Jan 18 £55.00

Irish for ImproversThis lively course is aimed at those who already have a ‘cúpla focal’ but would like to improve their grasp of an Ghaeilge. It’s perfect for those who have done the Beginners’ Irish Lifelong Learning course, as well as ‘rusty returners’ who would like to get back into the language and bring that old ‘school Irish’ to life.

The emphasis is on Ulster Irish, but the tutor, Dr Ian Malcolm, ensures that learners are well aware of alternative forms they may encounter from the other major dialects. The course will provide a strong foundation in spoken Irish but care is taken to enable students to achieve a solid understanding of essential grammar points.

Recommended Reading: Irish for Beginners, Angela Wilkes, Usborne


LG225 19:00 – 21:00 THUR 10 Central 21 Sep 17 02 Nov 17 £55.00

LG226 19:00 – 21:00 THUR 10 Central 12 Apr 18 £55.00

Conversational Irish and BeyondThis new course is designed to enable those who have more than a ‘cúpla focal’ to develop a better understanding of Irish and how to use it practically in a wide variety of situations and contexts. While the focus will be on everyday conversational Irish, the tutor, Dr Ian Malcolm, will also provide students with the opportunity to improve their reading and comprehension skills in a fun and lively environment. Group discussions on news and current affairs will ensure that students have the vocabulary and skill-set required to make their Irish relevant and up to date.


LG227 15:00 – 17:00 THUR 10 Central 18 Jan 18 £55.00

LG228 15:00 – 17:00 THUR 10 Central 12 Apr 18 £55.00

https://irishwithian.wordpress.com/

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INTERESTSI am a qualified teacher of Italian as a second language with over 15 years’ experience. I am an Italian native speaker who loves teaching her beautiful language to students all over the world with passion and enthusiasm. My motto is “Learn and have fun!”

Absolute Beginners’ ItalianDo you want to be able to read and speak Italian for personal satisfaction? This Italian course is designed for people who have no knowledge of the Italian Language. Participants will be introduced to the language through listening, reading, writing and speaking. It is a lovely and practical course and is based on a range of everyday situations. Whether for business or pleasure, being able to communicate will enable you to enjoy the unique wealth of experiences Italy has to offer

Recommended Reading: Nuovo Espresso 1, L. Ziglio, G. Rizzo, Alma Edizioni

Tutor: Dr Stefania Faraone, BA PhD DipEd



LG307 13:00 – 15:00 WED 12 Central 21 Feb 1828 Mar 184 Apr 18

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Italian for HolidaymakersEver wanted to speak Italian, whether for personal satisfaction or use on that trip to Rome or Naples? Being able to read and speak Italian will highly improve your travel experience. This Italian course is packed full with the phrases and information needed to enjoy your holidays in one of the most beautiful countries in the world. It is a lively and practical course and is based on a range of everyday situations such as asking for directions, eating out, making travel arrangements, shopping and socialising. Your experience of Italy and Italian culture is further improved by being able to converse with the locals. Buon Divertimento. Please note this course is not suitable for absolute beginners.





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Italian Conversation for Lower Intermediate LevelThis course is lively and practical and designed for people who have some knowledge of the basic structures of the language for example, present and past tense. You will revise and develop the knowledge you already have and aim to develop your confidence in speaking and listening, with an emphasis on the spoken language and communication.





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Italian Language for Intermediate LevelThis course is designed for people who already have some knowledge of Italian (approximately GSCE Level) It will revise and develop the knowledge you already have, including grammatical structures and aims to develop your confidence in understanding, speaking and reading Italian, making you feel more at ease in communicating with native speakers



LG211 13:00 – 15:00 MON 12 Central 18 Sep 17 30 Oct 17 £65.00

LG311 13:00 – 15:00 MON 12 Central 19Feb 1826 Mar 1802 Apr 18

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Advanced Italian ConversationThis course is aimed at people with a good knowledge of Italian (approximately A-Level) and will revise and develop the knowledge you already have. It aims to extend the practical skills of understanding, speaking and reading Italian and will use a mixture of news and general interest articles as the basis for conversation practice. Grammar points will be addressed where necessary.



LG213 10:00 – 12:00 MON 12 Central 18 Sep 17 30 Oct 17 £65.00

LG313 10:00 – 12:00 MON 12 Central 19 Feb 1826 Mar 1802 Apr 18

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Tutor: Angela Hunt, BA MA DELE

INTERESTSI am a native Russian speaker keen to promote the importance of Russian language learning and cultural awareness through a variety of activities including reading, writing, listening, conversation, and discussing situational judgements.

LG217 Russia UnmaskedThe course will look at Russia’s History, Literature, Culture and Civilisation in general perspective. The students will also learn basic Russian phrases and words that will help them to get a good grasp of Russia as a whole, as a country that is rich in history, literature and traditions.

LG218 Russian for BeginnersAre you learning the basics of the Russian language for your next holiday? Perhaps you are looking for a head start before studying or working in Russia? Or do you wish to become a fluent Russian speaker? There are many reasons people love to learn Russian. It is one of the world’s most rich and expressive languages. Regardless of the reasons it is worth the effort.

This unique Russian language and cultural course is designed for people who have no knowledge of the Russian language or culture. Students will be introduced to the language through listening, reading, writing and speaking. It is a lively and practical course and is based on a range of everyday situations and cultural subtleties. Whether for holidays or business, pleasure or interest, being able to communicate in Russian will enable you to enjoy the unique wealth of knowledge and experiences Russia and the Russian culture has to offer.

Recommended Reading: Talk Russian, Georgina Martin


LG217 14:00 – 16:00 TUE 12 Central 09 Jan 18 £65.00

LG218 14:00 – 16:00 THU 12 Central 12 Apr 18 £65.00

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Tutor: Guada Hernandez

INTERESTSI am a native Spanish speaker keen to promote the language and culture of Spain.

LG212 Holiday SpanishWhether you need to learn Spanish for personal reasons or holiday purposes. This Spanish course will start you off on the right foot. By the end of the 12 week courses you will be able to order food in restaurants, buy a bus or train ticket and even converse with locals.

LG214 Intermediate Spanish ConversationThis course offer the students the opportunity to expand their knowledge of Spanish. It aims to extend the practical skills of speaking through a mixture of news, general interest, culture and current issues.

LG215 Lower Intermediate Spanish ConversationWhether you need to learn Spanish for personal reasons or holiday purposes. This Spanish course will start you off on the right foot. By the end of the 12 week courses you will be able to order food in restaurants, buy a bus or train ticket and even converse with locals.

LG216 Advanced Spanish ConversationThis course offer the students the opportunity to expand their knowledge of Spanish. It aims to extend the practical skills of speaking through a mixture of news, general interest, culture and current issues.


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LG214 19:00 – 21:00 WED 12 Central 08 Nov 1720 Dec 2017

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LG215 19:00 – 21:00 TUE 12 Central 06 Mar 1827 Mar 1803 Apr 18

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LG216 19:00 – 21:00 WED 12 Central 07 Mar 1828 Mar 1804 Apr 18

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INTERESTSI enjoy providing lively sessions about poetry that allows everyone to contribute.

Tutor: Joanne Elliott, BA MA

LIT314 Poetry for PleasurePoems explore the whole range of human experience; hate, love, joy, sorrow, friendship, marriage, birth, agin and death. They make us laugh; they make us cry. Above all they give us pleasure. They fill the imagination and occupy the mind. In this course we will read old favourites and find new ones. Many have been recorded. Who could resist Richard Burton reading Dylan Thomas or John Donne? We won’t forget the wonderful comic verses either. Will you wear purple when you are old?


LIT314 14:00 – 16:00 TUE 6 Central 07 Nov 17 £48.00

INTERESTSLaura Spence who worked as a producer with BBC Northern Ireland for many years, is a well known media consultant with a specialist interest in Ulster-Scots language and literature. She works as a tourist guide, often punctuating her commentaries with local poetry - especially material by her favourite Ulster Rhyming Weavers.

Tutor: Laura Spence, BA Ulster-Scots Historian

LIT315 An Introduction to the Rhyming Weaver PoetsUlster’s Rhyming Weavers were a group of vernacular poets who flourished during the 18th and 19th centuries and whose writings give us an insight into the lives and experiences of people living duringthis exciting and often turbulent period.

The new course will begin with a general overview of the work of the Weaver Poets, whose writing was of such interest to John Hewitt. Subsequent weeks will focus on individual poets and writers such as James Orr, Robert Huddleston and George Francis Savage-Armstrong as we study their language, lives and legacy.

Recommended Reading: Rhyming Weavers and other Country Poets of Antrim and Down, John Hewitt, Blackstaff Press


LIT315 14:00 – 16:00 MON 8 Central 08 Jan 18 £50.00

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INTERESTSI am an experienced art teacher and practising artist/designer who enjoys the creative process.

VA414 Silk Painting and BatikExplore the main techniques of painting on silk, including gutta (resist) and various textural effects using silk paints, salt and spirit. Allow the paints/ dyes to flow and enjoy the vibrant colours or use gutta outline to control the paints. Enjoy creating beautiful individual designs which can be incorporated into silk scarves, brooches or silk paintings.

Learn the techniques of Batik, experimenting with wax, tjanting pens and dyes. Create abstract images or pictorial form on cotton or design a batik scarf, jewellery piece or bag.

No prior painting skills required. Explore your creative potential in a friendly and supportive environment.

VA416 Creative Textures in Art and Design Step outside the box and create your own distinctive textures! This course offers the opportunity to create your own unique art work using a variety of mixed media and will cover introductory techniques and processes such as drawing with threads, acrylics, oils, water colour, inks, wax resist, clay, batik, felting, layering and stitching of paper. Learn how to create unusual effects using oil pastels and fabric crayons to create your own personal art work based on your own interests.

Enhance your observational drawing skills and creative thinking. Experiment with new materials, learn new skills. Discover your medium!

VA410 Painting with Mixed Media and Low Relief This class offers the opportunity to use a variety of mixed media to create low relief areas to paintings and drawings, adding interest to your work. During this session we will look at composition, perspective and the work of different Artists. Participants can experiment with different media to create exciting low relief textural surfaces to enhance personal paintings and drawings. Explore new processes and learn new skills. Work with a variety of materials for example sand, clay, paper mache, tissue paper, newsprint, glues, wools and paints. Create unique surfaces and art work. Beginners, improvers and confident artists are all welcome.

VA415 Fun Felting: Nuno, Cobweb, Needle Felting

This felt making workshop offers the opportunity to learn the techniques of Nuno,Cobweb and Needle felting in a relaxed and supportive environment. Create a unique textured Nuno scarf using merino wool, silk fibres, ramie, wools, and light weight silk fabric or design your own textured nuno collage.

Learn how to achieve the open texture of cobweb felting which distinguishes it from other felting techniques. Create unique pictures using the needle felting technique embellished with beading and threads. Felted pieces can be made into scarves, brooches, bags, pictures or decorative sculptures. Experienced and beginners are welcome. Enjoy creative fun felting.


VA414 18:30 – 20:30 WED 10 Orchard 11 Oct 17 01 Nov 17 £78.00

VA416 18:30 – 20:30 THUR 10 Orchard 12 Oct 17 02 Nov 17 £80.00

VA410 11:00 – 13:00 MON 10 Orchard 15 Jan 18 £78.00

VA415 10:00 – 13:00 THUR 6 Orchard 15 Feb 18 £73.00

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VA417 Japanese Ghosts and Unique FairiesJapanese People have produced a large number of ghosts and fairies by imagination. In this workshop, an Irish author, Lafcadio Hearn who introduced Japanese ghost stories to English speaking countries would be introduced, and unique, funny but sometimes scary Japanese fairies are also introduced. At the end of the workshop, an easy and simple origami of a ghost would be shown.

VA419 Japanese Traditional Room ‘Washitsu’Japanese Traditional rooms are made of wood and paper. The structure, windows, doors and decorations are very different from European style. In this workshop, a brief introduction to the Japanese traditional rooms will be shown and the main event is to make a small paper doll house of a Japanese traditional room. It would be a good opportunity to know what Japanese traditional rooms are. Please bring scissors to cut paper.

VA418 Japanese Traditional Event ‘Kodomo no hi’ (Children’s Day)Every year, 5th May is ‘Kodomo no hi’ [Children’s Day] in Japan. In this workshop, a brief introduction to the day will be shown and the main event is to make a paper craft of a Japanese sumurai’s helmet or a carp streamer as the traditional decoration. As the number of each paper craft kit is limited (samurai’s helmet is 7 and carp streamer is 4), drawing lots will be introduced to decide which you make. Both of them are very interesting and enjoyable to make. Please bring scissors to cut paper. Numbers strictly limited.


VA417 15:00 – 17:30 THUR 1 Orchard 21 Sep 17 £40.00

VA419 15:00 – 17:00 FRI 1 Orchard 19 Jan 18 £38.00

VA418 15:00 – 17:00 THUR 1 Orchard 26 Apr 18 £38.00

INTERESTSI am an experienced Japanese language and art teacher and I enjoy sharing my knowledge and skills.

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VA411/511 Woodcarving for BeginnersHave you ever appreciated the beauty and flowing lines of a woodcarving and thought this something you would like to try. If so this beginner’s woodcarving class is the one for you. Woodcarving is fun, accessible and creative. The aim of this class will be to produce a relief carving of a leaf which you can take home. This class is ideal for people that just want to try something new along with those that want to take their new found skills to the next level. Maximum 10.

VA413 Woodcarving: The Next Step Woodcarving is creative, fun and accessible. This class is for those that have completed the woodcarving for Beginners Workshop and would like to further improve their skills while producing a relief woodcarving of their own choice to take home. Feel free to bring along your own woodcarving ideas, alternatively the tutor will supply plenty of ideas to choose from. All tools and materials supplied. Maximum 8.


VA411 18:30 – 20:30 TUE 6 Orchard 19 Sep 17 £75.00

VA511 18:30 – 20:30 MON 6 Orchard 12 Feb 18 £75.00

VA413 18:30 – 20:30 TUE 10 Orchard 09 Jan 18 £130.00

INTERESTSI have 20 years’ experience in traditional woodwork, with first degree honours in 3D Furniture Design. www.facebook.com/greenwoodworkireland

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Tutor: Sharon Dempsey, BA (Hons) PGDip Newspaper Journalism

The Art of JournalingAre you looking for an outlet for your creativity, but are unsure of where to start? These art journaling workshops encourage self-exploration and creative self-expression. The workshops will use both creative writing and multi-media art to create a journal, reflecting on your life.

Though the use of mixed media, prompts and a variety of resources, participants are invited to explore their creativity in a supportive environment.

Join with me and Katie Kelly, illustrator, as we help you develop your own personalised family heirloom.

Katie Kelly is an illustrator and owner of Lighthouse Drawing Rooms stationery company. She enjoys all art forms including art, needle work, writing, and music.

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VA420 19:00 – 21:00 THUR 6 Orchard 21 Sep 17 £82.00

VA520 19:00 – 21:00 THUR 6 Orchard 18 Jan 18 £82.00

INTERESTSA published writer and an experienced community arts facilitator. Sharon is passionate about books, writing and encouraging creativity in others.

Tutor: Richard Greenwood, BSc GradCertEd MEd MPhil PhD FHEAJournalism

VA406 Digital PhotographyDo you own a digital camera, possibly a digital SLR, and want to find out how to take better pictures more consistently by learning how to use your camera more effectively? Have you been too frightened so far to try your hand at improving your pictures on the computer using digital image editing software? This course will help you develop in both of these areas. Bright spring evenings should allow opportunities for picture-taking in the College grounds and in the local area. During the course we will look at how to improve our landscapes, portraits, still life photographs etc. You will also learn how to use Adobe’s Photoshop Elements on the PCs in the Orchard Building’s IT suite to edit and enhance photographs provided as well as your own images. Participants should have basic IT skills (opening and saving files etc.) and should also have access to their own digital camera and be willing to bring along some of their own photos on a memory stick: this is a ‘handson’ course which will involve lots of sharing of our photographic successes and failures!!


VA406 19:00 – 21:00 WED 10 Orchard 11 Apr 18 £72.00

INTERESTSA Senior Lecturer in primary teacher education at Stranmillis. He has been interested in photography since he was a student himself, but especially since he switched to digital photography and started working on his photos in Photoshop Elements.

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ADMINISTRATIONTo avoid missing out on forthcoming events and key information, keep your contact details updated. A decision to cancel a course is usually made a week before a course is due to commence. Enrol early to avoid disappointment. Please do not purchase ‘recommended reading’ until you are certain the course is going ahead.

DATA PROTECTIONYou are not required to give your personal contact information to any course tutor. This information is maintained by the Administrative Officer, Academic Registry.

ENGAGING WITH THE COMMUNITYWe welcome enquiries from schools, libraries, museums, local councils and community centres who would like to discuss possibilities with our Lifelong Learning Team.

ENROLMENT INFORMATIONEnrol early through the online payment system Stran eShop. Our courses will only run if the minimum number is met. Please direct Continuing Professional Development enquiries to:

Administrative Officer Academic Registry Main Building Stranmillis University College Belfast BT9 5DY Telephone: 028 9038 4345 Email: [email protected] www: www.stran.ac.uk

LIBRARY Located on the top floor of Central Building, the Library provides limited access to resources including newspapers and books (for consultation only). For further information and opening times please visit: http://www.stran.ac.uk/informationabout/thelibrary/

PARKINGStranmillis University College is committed to reducing environmental pollution from transport in partnership with relevant stakeholders through a wider, environmentally planned approach to travel

management that facilitates access to our campus by students, visitors and staff. Consequently the College wishes to actively encourage users to choose alternative modes of transport. We are delighted to note that many people are using such alternatives - public transport, walking, running, cycling, car share, taxi, or having a friend or family member to provide drop-off and/or collection. Regrettably, there is limited parking on campus and the College is unable to accommodate all requests for parking, however priority will be given to Blue Badge holders. The Security Team will advise on arrival if parking spaces are available and will direct visitors accordingly. Please show consideration to College staff as they carry out their duties. FREE parking within public car parks is available within walking distance of the College, please show respect to the local residents when parking off-campus.

PAYMENT INFORMATION

Online: You are now able to book courses through our online payment system Stran eShop.For more information please visit our web page: www.stran.ac.uk

By Post: Make cheques payable to ‘Stranmillis University College’. Mark the envelope for the attention of ‘Academic Registry’.

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In Person: We are happy to accept cash, cheque, debit or credit card payments. The Finance Office and Academic Registry are located on the Ground Floor, Main Building, Stranmillis University College. Office opening hours are sometimes restricted so please check before making the journey.

Via Telephone: You may pay by phone (028 9038 4345) using your debit or credit card.

PLEASE NOTEThe University College makes all reasonable efforts to ensure that the information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press. Stranmillis University College reserve the right to alter the venue, and/or the programme at any time and without prior notice, and also reserves the right to cancel an event, in which case all fees will be refunded. Stranmillis University College will not be responsible for any expenses or travel expenses incurred. The University College shall be entitled to make reasonable changes including:

- changes to the content and syllabus of courses and methods of delivery;- the suspension or discontinuance of a course(s) for various reasons e.g because a tutor is unwell and cannot reasonably be replaced, or the course did not recruit successfully.

REFRESHMENTSVisitors are welcome to enjoy refreshments available for purchase from CHATZ restaurant or Betty’s Coffee Shop both of which are open during term time.

REFUNDSWe regret that fees cannot be refunded except when a course does not run or if your application is rejected because the course if full. The University College is unable to refund fees when, for whatever reason, the participants fails to attend.

What happens if my course is cancelled? We know how much you look forward to your course and we are committed to ensuring that every course takes place. We will only cancel a course as a last resort, for example if a tutor is unavailable or if we can’t recruit enough students for the course to run. If we do need to cancel your course, and can’t offer a suitable alternative, we’ll provide you with a £5.00 reduction off the price of your next course. We won’t be able to refund you if we need to change the tutor for your course.

The full fee will be refunded when a course does not run or if your application is rejected because the course is full. Please enrol as early as possible to avoid disappointment due to oversubscription or cancellation. Please note that our courses do require a minimum number of enrolments to be viable.

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SMOKING POLICYThe University College aims to promote the health and well-being of its students, staff and visitors and provide a healthy working and educational environment for all. Smoking tobacco and e–cigarettes is prohibited in all University College buildings (including the Halls of Residence), temporary buildings and within three metres of an entrance to a building. Further information can be found on the website www.stran.ac.uk.

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