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Whether you're fascinated by flowers, an engine enthusiast or passionate about gardening, there's something really satisfying about learning new skills and getting the job done yourself. What's more, your skills could save or earn you money, or even provide the inspiration to train for a new career.

Open Colleges Short Course series is a great way to learn more about the things you love. The course material is delivered to your door, you study at your own pace and with up to 6 months to complete your assignments, an hour or so a week is all you need. Just choose your course and let your studies begin.

Floral Design

Floral Design Courses

Learn all the insider tricks and skills you need to make floral masterpieces for many different occasions, or as a potential career pathway.

Floral Design Courses

Gardening

Gardening Courses

Discover all there is to know about gardening and get expert information and guidance to pursue your potential with plants and flowers.

Gardening Courses

Mechanics

Mechanics Courses

Learn how to service and repair vehicles with these comprehensive courses in mechanics and engine repair.

Mechanics Courses

Short Courses Courses

Certificate in Dressmaking & Pattern Cutting

Suitable for both beginners and more experienced dressmakers, this course initially guides you through a range of practical skills, including measurement taking, pattern selection and fabric choice.

Certificate in Life Coaching

This specialised Open Colleges course provides training in the principles and concepts that underpin life coaching, a practice which focuses on equipping yourself and others with the tools and skills required for personal and professional growth.

Learn to Sew

Your creative and practical sides will both enjoy this course, which shows you how to make and mend clothes.