How do I propose an Open Learning Course?

We are now inviting course proposals for our Autumn 2025/New Year 2026.  The proposal form should be completed and returned by Monday 24 March 2025.  Please click on

Autumn 2025 course proposal form (starting week beginning 22 September 2025)

New Year 2026 course proposal form (starting week beginning 19 January 2026)

We offer a wide range of courses including:  Creative Writing; Cultural Studies; Digital Photography; Education and Training; Environment and Archaeology; History and Politics; Languages; Law; Leisure Skills; Literature; Media Studies and Drama; Music; Personal Development and Communications; Personal Finance; Religion; Science.

The information in the following documents may help you to complete the Course Proposal Form.

• Course Proposal Guidance Notes (43.5KB, Word)
• Selection Criteria (14KB, Word)
• OPEN LEARNING TUTOR PRIVACY NOTICE