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A Dress for Every Decade: Mapping the 20th Century
A Dress for Every Decade: Mapping the 20th Century
<p>The 20th century brought extraordinary social, cultural and technological change, and fashion recorded it all. This course uses key looks from each decade to explore how Western dress responded to
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A Dress for Every Decade: Mapping the 20th Century
<p>The 20th century brought extraordinary social, cultural and technological change, and fashion recorded it all. This course uses key looks from each decade to explore how Western dress responded to
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Scandals, Intrigue and Rivalry in Renaissance Rome: the Re-making of the Vatican
Scandals, Intrigue and Rivalry in Renaissance Rome: the Re-making of the Vatican
<p>This course takes you behind the scenes to witness the scandals, intrigues and rivalries at the heart of three masterpieces of Western Art: the Sistine Chapel, Jullius II”s private apartments (aka
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Cities of the Ancient World: Petra to Persepolis
Cities of the Ancient World: Petra to Persepolis
<p>Travel across the ancient world and explore cities that played a pivotal role in shaping human civilisation. This course examines Petra, Teotihuacan, Xianyang and Persepolis. We explore how these
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Cities of the Ancient World: Petra to Persepolis
<p>Travel across the ancient world and explore cities that played a pivotal role in shaping human civilisation. This course examines Petra, Teotihuacan, Xianyang and Persepolis. We explore how these
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The Rise and Fall of Monarchies in the Modern World
The Rise and Fall of Monarchies in the Modern World
<p>The 20th century witnessed the dramatic fall of long-standing monarchies across Europe, Asia and the Middle East. This course explores the forces behind their decline and why some royal systems
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Paper Art for Beginners: Papier-Mâché, Decoupage and Origami
Paper Art for Beginners: Papier-Mâché, Decoupage and Origami
<p>Discover the versatility of paper in this beginner-friendly creative course. You’ll try a range of techniques including papier-mâché, decoupage, art books and origami, making projects such as birds
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Gathering Light in Observatory Hill: Plein Air Watercolour
Gathering Light in Observatory Hill: Plein Air Watercolour
<p>Set within the gorgeous landscape of Observatory Hill Park, this two-day plein air course invites participants to observe, feel, and respond to the atmosphere of one of Sydney’s most iconic views.<
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Everything You Should Know About ChatGPT
Everything You Should Know About ChatGPT
<p>This hands-on session introduces the full power of ChatGPT and other large language models, including GPT-5 and GPT-4o. Students will explore the core features, practical uses, personalisation
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Everything You Should Know About ChatGPT
<p>This hands-on session introduces the full power of ChatGPT and other large language models, including GPT-5 and GPT-4o. Students will explore the core features, practical uses, personalisation
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Get to Know Your Smartphone
Get to Know Your Smartphone
<p>Your smartphone can open the door to a world of possibilities, but knowing where to start isn't always easy. If you've ever felt unsure about your device, wished someone could explain things more
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Get to Know Your Smartphone
<p>Your smartphone can open the door to a world of possibilities, but knowing where to start isn't always easy. If you've ever felt unsure about your device, wished someone could explain things more
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Mastering AI for Daily Life: Productivity, Creativity and Safety
Mastering AI for Daily Life: Productivity, Creativity and Safety
<p>Ready to move beyond the basics? This entry-level course is spread across two 2-hour sessions, custom-tailored for lifelong learners. Moving at a deliberate pace, we focus on how AI can practically
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Mastering AI for Daily Life: Productivity, Creativity and Safety
<p>Ready to move beyond the basics? This entry-level course is spread across two 2-hour sessions, custom-tailored for lifelong learners. Moving at a deliberate pace, we focus on how AI can practically
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8,000 Years of Chinese Traditional Art
8,000 Years of Chinese Traditional Art
<p>This visually rich course offers a chronological journey through the major traditions of Chinese art, from prehistoric cultures to the final imperial era of the Qing dynasty. Set against the
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