Arts and humanities
Arts and humanities. Enrich your life.
COVID-19 update: arrangement of our courses
We are now delivering courses both online and in-person. Please check the delivery format for each class before you enrol.
Please note that course materials for all classes (excluding prescribed textbooks) are shared electronically within 48 hours of a course starting. Printing is not available.
Arts and humanities courses are a fantastic way to explore interesting topics. They also help to develop your analytical thinking and communication techniques – useful in whichever career you choose.
The University of Sydney’s Centre for Continuing Education offers a wide range of arts and humanities courses. Subjects range from hands-on and creative to theoretical and academic. We also provide flexible class options to suit your schedule.
Studying arts and humanities enhances your world and gives you invaluable skills for your professional and everyday life. Learn about arts and humanities the smart way with arts and humanities courses at CCE, the University of Sydney.
Jewish Culture Course: The Ethics of Jewish Living
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...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 12 Aug 2020 | 7pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 19 Aug 2020 | 7pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 26 Aug 2020 | 7pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 02 Sep 2020 | 7pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 09 Sep 2020 | 7pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 14 Oct 2020 | 7pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 21 Oct 2020 | 7pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 28 Oct 2020 | 7pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 04 Nov 2020 | 7pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 11 Nov 2020 | 7pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 18 Nov 2020 | 7pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 25 Nov 2020 | 7pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 02 Dec 2020 | 7pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 09 Dec 2020 | 7pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 16 Dec 2020 | 7pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Alexander the Great Course: Conqueror of the World
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - History”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>Alexander the Great, the son of King Philip II of Macedon, inherited the throne in 336 BC at the age of
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 15 Aug 2020 | 10am - 1pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Sat 22 Aug 2020 | 10am - 1pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Creative Writing Essentials Course
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - Creative Writing”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>Have you always wanted to write? Have you started a novel and are looking for some tips to get
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 17 Aug 2020 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Mon 24 Aug 2020 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Mon 31 Aug 2020 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Mon 07 Sep 2020 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Mon 14 Sep 2020 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Mon 21 Sep 2020 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - Creative Writing”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>Have you always wanted to write? Have you started a novel and are looking for some tips to get
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 28 Oct 2020 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 04 Nov 2020 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 11 Nov 2020 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 18 Nov 2020 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 25 Nov 2020 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Wed 02 Dec 2020 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
The Poetry Workshop
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...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 20 Aug 2020 | 9am - 5pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Writing the Real Course
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - Creative Writing”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>This writing course offers you a rich immersion in creative nonfiction, practical tuition and
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 27 Aug 2020 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Thu 03 Sep 2020 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Thu 10 Sep 2020 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Thu 17 Sep 2020 | 6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Photography Essentials Course
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - Photography”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>This two-day course offers a wide range of learning outcomes, from the absolute basics of photography
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 12 Sep 2020 | 9:30am - 4:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 300 - Centre for Continuing Education | |
| Sun 13 Sep 2020 | 9:30am - 4:30pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 300 - Centre for Continuing Education |
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - Photography”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>This two-day course offers a wide range of learning outcomes, from the absolute basics of photography
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 07 Nov 2020 | 9:30am - 4:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Face-to-face (Venue TBA) - Face-to-face (Venue TBA) | |
| Sun 08 Nov 2020 | 9:30am - 4:30pm (UTC+11:00) | Face-to-face (Venue TBA) - Face-to-face (Venue TBA) |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Alexander's Heirs Course: The Ptolemies of Egypt
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - History”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>Join us in examining the rise and fall of the Ptolemaic Dynasty from Alexander the Great to Cleopatra VII
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 12 Sep 2020 | 10am - 1pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Sat 19 Sep 2020 | 10am - 1pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Watercolour Course for Beginners
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - Painting”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>Have you ever thought you might enjoy watercolour painting? It’s such a wonderfully soft and expressive
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 12 Sep 2020 | 10am - 3pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 303 - Centre for Continuing Education | |
| Sat 19 Sep 2020 | 10am - 3pm (UTC+10:00) | Room 303 - Centre for Continuing Education |
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - Painting”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>Have you ever thought you might enjoy watercolour painting? It’s such a wonderfully soft and expressive
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 Nov 2020 | 10am - 3pm (UTC+11:00) | Face-to-face (Venue TBA) - Face-to-face (Venue TBA) | |
| Sat 21 Nov 2020 | 10am - 3pm (UTC+11:00) | Face-to-face (Venue TBA) - Face-to-face (Venue TBA) |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Travel Writing Course I: Sun, Sea and Script
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - Creative Writing”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>Pack your passport and pen and come to along to this class, which is ideal for anyone who has
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 19 Sep 2020 | 9am - 3pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
Religion Course: World Religions
<p>{block name:“Course Tagline - Religion and Spirituality”}</p><p>{block name:“Block - COVID 19 updates”}</p><p>Join us for a crash course on religion. What is religion and why is it important? Is it
...| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 19 Sep 2020 | 10am - 1pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
| Sat 26 Sep 2020 | 10am - 1pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.