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Rediscover the joy of learning with our language courses, which span 15 languages and are designed for learners of all levels — from complete beginners to advanced speakers seeking to refine their skills.

The Tutor made sure every session had elements that were fun.

Chrissie

The teacher was positive and personable.

Tommy

Friendly, good value, breadth and quality of topics covered.

Lucinda

Our language courses

Arabic

Courses available from beginners level 1 to improvers

British Sign Language

Courses available from an introduction to level 1 award
Chinese Beginners Level 1

Chinese

Courses available from beginners level 1 to advanced
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French

Courses available from beginners level 1 to advanced conversation
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German

Courses available from beginners level 1 to advanced
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Italian

Courses available from beginners level 1 to Advanced Conversation or Advanced Music and Opera

Japanese

Courses available from beginners level 1 to upper improvers

Korean

Courses available from beginners level 1 to lower improvers
Latin Beginners Level 3

Latin

Courses available from beginners level 1 to 3
Greek Beginners Level 1

Modern Greek

Courses available from beginners level 1 to lower improvers
Portuguese Beginners Level 1

Portuguese

Courses available from beginners level 1 to 3
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Russian

Courses available from beginners level 1 to intermediates
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Spanish

Courses available from beginners level 1 to advanced conversation

Turkish

Online courses from beginners level 1 to lower improvers

Ukrainian

Courses from beginners level 1 to lower improvers, onsite and online options available.

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Art and design courses

Courses available from Digital Photography to Painting with Acrylics
Business Skills this summer term 2025 in Cambridge

Business courses

Online courses available: Design and Build a Website, and Run Your Own Business
Counselling workshop

Counselling courses

Introduction to Counselling and Certificate in Counselling Skills and Theory
Adult Education ESOL class

ESOL courses

A1 to C1 courses available
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Recreational courses

Courses available from Acting for Adults and Ballroom Dancing to Creative Writing and Introduction to Mandolin
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Over 90 courses to choose from

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Contact Adult Education

The contact details for our vital College services are listed on this page. Please contact the department relevant to your enquiry.
Getting here

Getting here

Information about how to reach the College. There is no parking at the College, the closest car park is a five-minute walk away
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Adult Education policies

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General information

Find out how to enrol to our adult education courses
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Life drawing courses for the summer term
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Italian language classes this summer term

Italian language courses for all proficiency levels in Cambridge
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Develop your business skills this summer term

Business skill courses for the summer term
Counselling courses at Hills Road

Counselling courses

If you are considering a career change to become a fully qualified counsellor, or you would like to learn the basics to enhance your relationships, we have courses suitable for all levels of interest.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling

Booking for 2025: Level 3 Certificate in Counselling

Based in Cambridge, Level 3 Counselling is the second stage of a professional counselling training programme.
Level 4 Diploma Counselling

Booking for 2025: Level 4 Diploma in Counselling

This course provides the final stage of working towards achieving counsellor practitioner status. It will enable successful learners to counsel individual clients within supervised, structured settings.
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Summer School

Whether you're looking to learn a new skill, build on past knowledge or simply enjoy exploring a personal interest, our courses offer a fun and fulfilling way to grow and stay inspired.
Counselling Summer School Courses

Counselling Summer School

Our one-day counselling Summer School workshops provide in-depth training for counsellors, therapists, trainees and other mental health professionals, equipping them with practical tools, evidence-based techniques and real-life case examples to effectively support their clients.

Creative Writing and Poetry Summer School

Our Creative Writing and Poetry courses will allow you to explore different methods of writing and reignite your writing skills.

Languages Summer School

Our Language Summer School courses will help you learn a new language and find out more about Latin language and culture.
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Art and design courses

Rediscover the joy of learning through our art and design courses.
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Recreational courses

Rediscover the joy of learning with our recreational courses. Explore, create and be inspired!
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ESOL courses

Rediscover the joy of learning with our recreational courses. Explore, create and be inspired!

Digital Photography and Darkroom Printing Summer School

Our Digital Photography and Darkroom Printing Summer School courses will help you develop your skills and gain hands-on experience.

Drawing and Painting Summer School

Our Drawing and Painting Summer School courses will help you get started as a beginner or develop your creative skills further.

Dressmaking and Slow Stitching Summer School

Our Dressmaking and Slow Stitching Summer School courses will help you learn new techniques and skills.