skip to content

Courses

How to take part in courses and activities

Current Affairs, History, Languages, Literature, Recreational and more! U3A offers a wide variety of subjects and interests including travel opportunities, walks and forums.

In the List of Courses below, browse the section which interests you.

For full details about courses on offer or to enrol in a course, you must be a member of U3A.
Not a member? Join Today

Interested in presenting a course?

U3A welcomes proposals for new courses from members who would like to share their interests or skills with others. In fact, we depend on it. If you are interested in joining U3A and presenting a course, you can find out more information here.

Arts and Film

Course Description Venue Status Course dates Frequency
AF127.02
Art at Cook
Open to artists who enjoy working as a group with various mediums and genres. Helping each other on the creation of their... Cook CH Rm 2 Waiting List 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 15/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:30 pm)
AF077.08
Art at Flynn
A painting and drawing group which explores a wide range of genres and mediums. Subjects which the group work on are chosen... Flynn CH Rms 3+4 Limited Vacancies 06/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 18/12/2025
Weekly
(1:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
AF116.02
Australian Impressionism and the Heidelberg School
This art history course covers the period from when Australian artists began to paint plein - air, that is, outdoors. It... Flynn CH Rm 1 Vacancies 03/06/2025
(Tuesday)
to 24/06/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
AF014.17
Classics of the Cinema
To introduce, view and discuss a wide variety of films, focussing on classics from 1930s to the 1970s Southern Cross Club, Woden Waiting List 13/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 27/11/2025
Weekly
(1:45 pm - 3:45 pm)
AF131.01
Colonial art in Australia
This art history course covers 4 separate topics. 1. Art of the first European Settlers 2. Colonial art in the Illawarra... Flynn CH Rm 1 Vacancies 04/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 25/02/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
AF046.11
Drawing for Pleasure
This course is for beginners who enjoy drawing and wish to improve their drawing skills at their own pace. The course structure... Cook CH Rm 2 Vacancies 06/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 18/12/2025
Weekly
(1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
AF121.05
Looking at Art – What are the basic elements of Composition?
This short program will explore the various elements that artists use to compose a painting, such as perspective and proportion,... Flynn CH Rm 1 Vacancies 21/05/2025
(Wednesday)
to 28/05/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
AF025.35
Make a Mark 4
A group of relatively experienced artists (no tutor) with a focus on projects that provide paintings to charities for fundraising,... Cook CH Rm 3 Vacancies 07/02/2025
(Friday)
to 12/12/2025
Weekly
(1:00 pm - 3:30 pm)
AF107.04
Photography Group
The Group's focus will be on the enjoyment of photography as a hobby and learning the art and craft of making interesting... Cook CH Rm 3 Vacancies 04/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 02/12/2025
Monthly
(10:00 am - 12:30 pm)
AF122.03
Sharing Films in 2025
At the end of each term members produce a program of films for the following term. Individuals or small groups present and... The Media Room at the Clubhouse, The Henry Retirement Village, 94 Fullagar Crescent, Higgins Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 17/12/2025
Weekly
(1:00 pm - 4:00 pm)

Current Affairs

Course Description Venue Status Course dates Frequency
CUA041.20
Course 1: Understanding your Superannuation (ALSO VIRTUAL)
Superannuation is your second biggest lifetime investment, after your home. Like looking after your home, you need to look... Cook CH Rm 1 Vacancies 02/09/2025
(Tuesday)
to 11/11/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
CUA045.18
Course 2: Managing Your Retirement Investments - (VIRTUAL COURSE)
This course follows on from Course 1: Understanding your Superannuation. It is focused on deeper understanding of how each... VIRTUAL COURSE Vacancies 18/03/2025
(Tuesday)
to 27/05/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
CUA045.19
Course 2: Managing Your Retirement Investments - (VIRTUAL COURSE)
This course follows on from Course 1: Understanding your Superannuation. It is focused on deeper understanding of how each... VIRTUAL COURSE Vacancies 02/09/2025
(Tuesday)
to 11/11/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
CUA001.17
Current Affairs - Goodwin Village Farrer
Current Affairs group with a membership of 35-60. Usually there is a guest speaker with Q&A. Guest speakers include: ANU... Goodwin Village, Marshall St, Farrer Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 10/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
CUA009.17
Current Affairs U3A Northside
Guest speakers are invited to present on a topic of their choice and relevant to their expertise and interest to the group... Ainslie Football Club 52 Wakefield Avenue, Ainslie 2602 Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 17/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
CUA004.17
Current Affairs, Woden/Weston Creek
A participative discussion group covering current political and social issues at local, national and international levels.... Canberra Raiders Club, 1 Liardet St, Weston Vacancies 04/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 02/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
CUA011.16
Current Issues, Ideas and Opinions
Virtual by Zoom. Each week a group member chairs our informal discussion of 3-4 articles chosen by them and available online.... VIRTUAL COURSE Vacancies 30/01/2025
(Thursday)
to 04/12/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
CUA084.02
Democracy
This course traces the evolution of democratic political systems from classical and traditional societies to complex modern... Flynn CH Rms 3+4 Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 14/04/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:15 pm)
CUA084.01
Democracy (Tuesday Group)
This course traces the evolution of democratic political systems from classical and traditional societies to complex modern... Flynn CH Rms 3+4 Vacancies 04/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 08/04/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:15 pm)
CUA015.16
Discussing "Dissent"
"Discussing Dissent" was set up 30 years ago to discuss articles from a now defunct magazine called Dissent. Today it... Wesley Music Centre, Forrest Vacancies 11/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 16/12/2025
Weekly
(09:30 am - 12:00 noon)
CUA075.06
More Divided Nations (Monday Group)
Following on from the Divided Nations course, we will examine a number of countries whose politics and society is shaped... Flynn CH Rms 3+4 Vacancies 21/07/2025
(Monday)
to 22/09/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:15 pm)
CUA075.05
More Divided Nations (Tuesday Group)
Following on from the Divided Nations course, we will examine a number of countries whose politics and society is shaped... Flynn CH Rms 3+4 Vacancies 22/07/2025
(Tuesday)
to 23/09/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:15 pm)
CUA083.02
Reading Australian First Nations' Writers
Do you want to learn more about the past and present experiences of Australian First Nations' Peoples? Join this group to... Griffith Neighbourhood Hall Vacancies 03/03/2025
(Monday)
to 01/12/2025
Monthly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
CUA010.17
The World of Issues, Ideas and Opinion Group 1
It is an ongoing weekly discussion group. We read articles in the Perspective section of the Saturday Australian Financial... Wesley Music Centre, Forrest Vacancies 23/01/2025
(Thursday)
to 11/12/2025
Weekly
(9:45 am - 11:45 am)
CUA041.18
Understanding your Superannuation
Superannuation is your second biggest lifetime investment, after your home. Like looking after your home you need to look... Flynn CH Rm 1 Vacancies 18/03/2025
(Tuesday)
to 27/05/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)

English Language and Literature

Course Description Venue Status Course dates Frequency
ELL016.16
Adventures with Books, Plays and Poetry
Do you like to read, write, listen, discuss, learn? Every week is different as we delve into all types of literature from... William Room, St Ninians Church, Brigalow Street, Lyneham Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 10/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
ELL129.02
Ainslie Book Group A
Monthly book group. Suggest books, read, present and discuss. Ainslie Football Club 52 Wakefield Avenue, Ainslie 2602 Limited Vacancies 12/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 10/12/2025
Monthly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
ELL120.04
Books@Cook
The group meets monthly to discuss critically acclaimed, contemporary fiction, such as, outstanding 21st Century literature.... Cook CH Rm 2 Waiting List 29/01/2025
(Wednesday)
to 26/11/2025
Monthly
(1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
ELL014.17
Booktalk
If you enjoy reading and discussing books this course may well appeal. Course participants progressively compile a reading... Canberra Seniors Centre, Turner Waiting List 11/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 09/12/2025
Monthly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
ELL104.07
Chinese Culture Through Literature And Film
What is China like? We try to answer this question by reading its literature in translation, looking at the dynasties in... VIRTUAL COURSE Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 17/12/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
ELL078.12
Crime Fiction - Discussion Group
Crime fiction is explored by having sessions on topics, authors and/or subgenres with a reading guide. Discussions each month... Flynn CH Rm 2 Vacancies 04/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 02/12/2025
Monthly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
ELL073.14
Discovery Readers Group
Are you a book enthusiast who enjoys reading and engaging in book discussions but are hesitant to join traditional book clubs... Flynn CH Rm 2 Limited Vacancies 04/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 02/12/2025
Fortnightly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
ELL003.17
Enjoying Literature
Our long-established self-directed weekly group enjoys discussing various forms and themes of the written word: from recent... Cook CH Rm 3 Vacancies 06/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 11/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
ELL131.01
Introduction To Classical Mythology
An introduction to the myths of ancient Greece and ancient Rome. Why do these fascinating tales still resonate; and remain... Vikings Club Erindale. 6 Ricardo St, Wanniassa 2903 Vacancies 20/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 20/11/2025
Monthly
(10:30 am - 12:30 pm)
ELL024.17
Just Writing
Do you love to write - Poetry, Prose, Fiction, Non Fiction? Our group is friendly and supportive. Whilst formal instruction... Cook CH Rm 3 Limited Vacancies 17/02/2025
(Monday)
to 17/11/2025
Monthly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
ELL029.17
Northside Book Group No 1
Members participate in the choice of books to read each month from a list provided by the ACT Library's "Read Around Canberra"... Flynn CH Rm 1 Waiting List 17/02/2025
(Monday)
to 17/11/2025
Monthly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
ELL020.17
Play Reading (Woden)
A friendly group who enjoy reading plays of all genres. Plays are selected by group members who may choose to present their... Woden Seniors Club Limited Vacancies 30/01/2025
(Thursday)
to 27/11/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
ELL011.17
Reading Shakespeare
Members volunteer to present and lead a discussion of the play. We endeavour to read all the plays as close to their written... Hughes CC Rm 2 Limited Vacancies 07/02/2025
(Friday)
to 12/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
ELL005.17
Reading Shakespeare for Pleasure
A self-directing group for reading and discussion, with some films being shown. An ongoing group. Baptist Church, Groom St, Hughes Waiting List 07/02/2025
(Friday)
to 12/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
ELL097.09
Science Fiction / Fantasy Book Group
We are a friendly group who love reading science fiction / fantasy / speculative fiction and enjoy sharing our favourite... Flynn CH Rm 2 Vacancies 11/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 09/12/2025
Monthly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
ELL084.02
Sharing Extracts for Discussion
Members of the group are invited to contribute extracts of no more than a page from sources that they would like to share... Hughes CC Rm 2 Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 12/03/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
ELL058.15
"The Play's the Thing!"
Study, reading and discussion of plays from Sophocles to Andrew Bovell. Full participation of group members and leadership... Flynn CH Rm 2 Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 10/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
ELL019.14
The Write Stuff - Short Stories - writing and sharing stories
A gathering of writers who enjoy writing and sharing short stories, circulating those stories via email on a selected topic.... Hughes CC Rm 2 Limited Vacancies 28/02/2025
(Friday)
to 28/11/2025
Monthly
(1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
ELL021.17
Tuesday Book Group
We aim to read two books a month. These are suggested by members and each takes a turn to present a book to the group. The... U3A Member's Homes With Public Liability Insurance, In Rotation Limited Vacancies 11/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 09/12/2025
Monthly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
ELL081.12
Turner Books
Turner Books meets on the first Tuesday of each month to discuss a book we have all read in the previous month. Books are... Ainslie Football Club 52 Wakefield Avenue, Ainslie 2602 Limited Vacancies 04/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 02/12/2025
Monthly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
ELL008.17
Weston Creek Book Club
Members discuss on a weekly basis either a fiction or non fiction book from a list of books as nominated by members and on... Canberra Irish Club, Weston Creek Vacancies 10/02/2025
(Monday)
to 10/11/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
ELL006.17
Write Word Memoirs
We are a group of writers who focus on memoir writing. We meet the second and fourth Tuesday of each month to share our writing.... Canberra Irish Club, Weston Creek Waiting List 11/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 25/11/2025
Fortnightly
(1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)

History

Course Description Venue Status Course dates Frequency
H231.05
American Slavery 1619-1865
This lecture-based course will examine the history of slavery in North America from its 17th century beginnings to its demise... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 30/07/2025
(Wednesday)
to 17/09/2025
Weekly
(09:45 am - 12:00 noon)
H010.17
Australian History 'A' Group
History of Australia from Prehistory to European settlement to recent times. Topics covered include Art, Architecture, Antiques,... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 04/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 25/11/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
H002.17
Australian History - Dickson Group
Learn more about the people, places and events which make up Australian History. Class members and visiting speakers present... Baptist Church, Cowper Street Dickson. Vacancies 11/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 25/11/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
H145.11
Australian Sporting History
A wide ranging series of talks on various aspects of Australian sporting history. Themes include sport and society. Participation... Baptist Church, Groom St, Hughes Vacancies 05/03/2025
(Wednesday)
to 19/11/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
H217.09
Curious Minds
We meet to hear talks prepared and delivered by volunteers from the group (or guest speakers). While these usually take... Baptist Church, Groom St, Hughes Vacancies 28/03/2025
(Friday)
to 05/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
H255.01
Getting the most out of your travels in Greece
The course is a one-session talk for about an hour including advice on visiting ancient Athens (how to survive on 50 obols... Southern Cross Club, Woden Vacancies 19/03/2025
(Wednesday)
to 19/03/2025
One-day
(3:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
H235.03
Indonesia Past and Present (Monday Group)
Indonesia is a large, complex country, with rich and diverse cultures. It is a major emerging economy, and one of Australia's... Flynn CH Rms 3+4 Vacancies 28/04/2025
(Monday)
to 30/06/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:15 pm)
H235.02
Indonesia Past and Present (Tuesday Group)
Indonesia is a large, complex country, with rich and diverse cultures. It is a major emerging economy, and one of Australia's... Flynn CH Rms 3+4 Vacancies 29/04/2025
(Tuesday)
to 01/07/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:15 pm)
H208.05
Let's Talk History Seminar Series 4
The seminars will discuss topics on slavery and the harsh treatment of people in history, flu epidemics, history of income... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 24/09/2025
(Wednesday)
to 03/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
H228.03
Life, Death and History at Pompeii
This 5 week course is about the long pre-Roman history of Pompeii and life in the town in Roman times, culminating in its... Flynn CH Rms 3+4 Vacancies 30/04/2025
(Wednesday)
to 28/05/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:30 pm)
H256.01
Not just Incas : a history of South America before the Europeans
This is a history of the many different peoples of South America who lived and thrived for 20,000 years before the Spanish... Flynn CH Rms 3+4 Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 19/03/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:30 pm)
H256.02
Not just Incas : a history of South America before the Europeans
A SATURDAY COURSE This is a history of the many different peoples of South America who lived and thrived for 20,000 years... Flynn CH Rms 3+4 Vacancies 14/06/2025
(Saturday)
to 26/07/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:30 pm)
H257.01
The Cousins' War: A History of the Wars of the Roses: 1455-1487
Fifteenth century England is traditionally viewed as a time of chaos, of public disorder, collapsing government and civil... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 28/08/2025
(Thursday)
to 04/12/2025
Weekly
(09:45 am - 12:00 noon)

Languages

Course Description Venue Status Course dates Frequency
L003.17
Advanced French
This course involves practice of French through listening, reading, occasional grammar exercises for revision, and conversation.... Canberra Raiders Club, 1 Liardet St, Weston Limited Vacancies 07/02/2025
(Friday)
to 12/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
L076.11
Arabic Continuing
The course is designed for those students who have studied Arabic previously. It will cover reading, writing and conversation... Cook CH Rm 1 Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 15/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
L154.02
Arabic Conversation for Beginners
This course teaches Modern Standard Arabic. No prior knowledge of the language is required. Lessons follow a simple conversational... Hughes CC Rm 2 Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 15/12/2025
Weekly
(12:15 pm - 2:00 pm)
L157.01
Basic Japanese for Travellers
Have you noticed? Everyone's going to Japan. Why not learn some basic Japanese to get the most out of your trip? Or to... VIRTUAL COURSE Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 26/03/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 11:30 am)
L071.10
Continuing Italian - Fridays
This class focusses on oral language through conversation, dictation and occasional other exercises to clarify grammatical... Burns Club 28 Kett St KAMBAH Waiting List 07/02/2025
(Friday)
to 28/11/2025
Weekly
(1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
L006.18
Continuing Italian - Mondays
This class focusses on oral language through conversation, dictation and occasional other exercises to clarify grammatical... Burns Club 28 Kett St KAMBAH Limited Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 24/11/2025
Weekly
(10:30 am - 12:30 pm)
L122.07
Conversation Spanish Two
This conversation class is suitable for students who already have a good knowledge of Spanish. The emphasis of the course... Cook CH Rm 2 Limited Vacancies 04/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 09/12/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
L153.02
Elementary French
This course is targeted at those who have some basic knowledge of French, e.g. you studied French at school, or have done... Hughes CC Rm 2 Limited Vacancies 11/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 02/12/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
L084.10
Elementary French Year 2
2025 will be the second year of a two-year Course, which aims to help students to understand spoken French, to speak basic... Flynn CH Rms 3+4 Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 10/12/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
L131.05
French Conversation
Informal conversation for members who have some knowledge of the French language. Participants will be expected to understand... Cook CH Rm 3 Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 24/11/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
L118.10
French (Intermediate)
This course targets intermediate level French learners. Participants are expected to be able to understand and participate... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 08/12/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
L020.17
French : Intermediate to Advanced
A continuing course for those who have a good knowledge of French and wish to develop confidence in language skills while... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 11/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 25/11/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
L132.06
German Conversation - Intermediate/Advanced
Conversation only – no formal instruction. Participants are encouraged to give a short presentation in German each week... Harmonie German Club, 49 Jerrabomberra Ave, Narrabundah Limited Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 08/12/2025
Weekly
(4:30 pm - 5:30 pm)
L045.42
Indonesian 1 - Elementary
This course caters for those with some existing knowledge of the Bahasa Indonesia (Indonesian language) at the elementary... Cook CH Rm 1 Limited Vacancies 07/02/2025
(Friday)
to 05/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
L045.43
Indonesian 2 - Intermediate
This course provides for continuing study of the language and cultures of Indonesia beyond elementary level. Participants... Cook CH Rm 3 Limited Vacancies 07/02/2025
(Friday)
to 05/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
L045.41
Indonesian 3 - Advanced
This course is aimed at those who are reasonably fluent in Bahasa Indonesia, and who wish to practise listening, speaking... Cook CH Rm 2 Vacancies 07/02/2025
(Friday)
to 05/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
L114.07
Intermediate French
A continuing course for people seeking to retrieve the French they have previously learned from wherever it lurks in their... Urambi Village Community Centre, Crozier Cct, Kambah Vacancies 11/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 09/12/2025
Weekly
(10:30 am - 12:00 noon)
L080.10
Intermediate French Conversation Belconnen (formerly French Conversation U3A North South Study Group)
An ongoing group for those who can converse comfortably in French on topics of personal interest, and on current affairs... Southern Cross Club Jamison Waiting List 20/01/2025
(Monday)
to 15/12/2025
Weekly
(09:45 am - 11:45 am)
L082.11
Intermediate Spanish 5
This course is for students who have been studying Spanish for at least 5 years, having some knowledge and fluency but not... Flynn CH Rm 2 Vacancies 13/03/2025
(Thursday)
to 11/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
L158.01
Italian A2 (Advanced Beginners)
There is a convenor but no class tutor for this group. It is suitable for those who already have a good understanding of... Cook CH Rm 2 Vacancies 06/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 11/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
L094.09
Italian Continuing Intermediate
Intermediate level of Italian, an interest in improving both spoken and written Italian is all that is required. The course... Cook CH Rm 3 Waiting List 06/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 27/11/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
L105.07
Japanese III (Advanced) - VIRTUAL COURSE
Japanese conversation, writing, reading and culture. VIRTUAL COURSE Vacancies 07/02/2025
(Friday)
to 28/11/2025
Weekly
(11:00 am - 12:30 pm)
L126.08
Latin Grammar Stage 1
This is the first year (Stage 1) of a projected two-year Latin course. A working knowledge of English grammar would be... Cook CH Rm 2 Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 26/11/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
L126.07
Latin Grammar Stage 1 Year 3
This is the third year of a three year beginner's Latin course. It is suitable for people who studied Latin at school... Southern Cross Club, Woden Vacancies 06/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 11/12/2025
Weekly
(2:30 pm - 4:00 pm)
L116.07
Latin Reading B (VIRTUAL COURSE)
This course is designed to strengthen fluency in reading Latin. This will involve expansion of vocabulary and close analysis... VIRTUAL COURSE Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 01/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
L067.12
Latin Reading C
This group reads Latin texts by classical authors. Participants need to have a knowledge of Latin grammar and a basic vocabulary. VIRTUAL COURSE Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 08/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
L134.05
Latin Reading D
This reading group would suit those still becoming acquainted with Latin or who are returning to it after a long absence.... Southern Cross Club, Woden Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 08/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
L062.15
Let's Sing in Spanish 1st Semester 2025
This is an informal fortnightly course to sing popular Spanish songs with the purpose to help those that are learning Spanish... Woden Valley Uniting Church - Curtin - Brindabella Room Vacancies 04/03/2025
(Tuesday)
to 08/07/2025
Fortnightly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
L148.04
Mandarin Beginners (VIRTUAL COURSE)
Although this group has been running for over 4 years and has covered basic vocabulary and grammar it is slow paced and friendly.... VIRTUAL COURSE Vacancies 30/01/2025
(Thursday)
to 04/12/2025
Weekly
(3:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
L125.06
Mandarin - Intermediate
Students have been studying for up to 6 years. Completed Hanban Book 1. Concurrently studying Hello Chinese app, and Hanban... Southern Cross Club Jamison Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 01/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 11:30 am)
L113.07
Marugoto Japanese – (Monday Continuing)
This is a course in elementary spoken Japanese and Japanese grammar. It covers the content of the Marugoto Level A2-1 textbooks... Flynn CH Rm 2 Limited Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 15/12/2025
Weekly
(10:30 am - 12:30 pm)
L156.01
Modern Standard Arabic 2
This course offers the continuation of Modern Standard Arabic 1 (run in 2024). The course will cover reading, writing and... Cook CH Rm 1 Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 15/12/2025
Weekly
(1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
L024.16
Spanish Conversation- Advanced
This course is for those with a good knowledge of Spanish. Although it may include reading, its primary focus is conversation.... Cook CH Rm 3 Limited Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 26/11/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
L151.03
Spanish Conversation - Advanced (South Side)
Spanish conversation. Participants are expected to have a reasonable level of fluency. The course is intended to maintain... Canberra Raiders Club, 1 Liardet St, Weston Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 03/12/2025
Weekly
(4:00 pm - 6:00 pm)
L123.07
Spanish Conversation and Writing
In a friendly and supportive environment, learn to write short stories and have simple conversations. This course is for... Southern Cross Club Jamison Vacancies 13/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 11/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)

Music

Course Description Venue Status Course dates Frequency
M101.08
From Notes to Music - Recorder Ensemble Playing
This course is for experienced recorder players interested in further developing their ensemble playing techniques. Emphasis... Wesley Music Centre, Forrest Waiting List 07/02/2025
(Friday)
to 12/12/2025
Weekly
(09:45 am - 12:00 noon)
M073.14
Guitar Play Along
The group comprises guitarists at experienced beginner level, or at intermediate level. We play a variety of music from classical,... Hughes CC Rm 3 Waiting List 15/01/2025
(Wednesday)
to 10/12/2025
Weekly
(1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
M013.16
Harmonia Monday U3A Choral Studies.
We are a 4 part (SATB) choral studies group with two leaders, Oliver Raymond and Sheila Thompson, singing a wide variety... Yarralumla Uniting Church Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 24/11/2025
Weekly
(09:30 am - 12:00 noon)
M056.15
Jazz Appreciation Group (JAG)
Members are encouraged to make presentations on jazz topics, such as musicians, singers, bands, styles, eras etc. However,... Canberra Raiders Club, 1 Liardet St, Weston Vacancies 30/01/2025
(Thursday)
to 18/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
M106.15
Modern Folk Singalong Group aka The Flynn Troubadours
We meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month for two hours of playing and singing popular folk songs from the 50s,... Flynn CH Rm 1 Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 21/05/2025
Fortnightly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
M005.17
Musical Theatre Appreciation
The class meets weekly to watch a film or other presentation. The presentations are usually Musical Theatre, Operettas, Operas... Canberra Irish Club, Weston Creek Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 01/12/2025
Weekly
(10:15 am - 1:00 pm)
M021.17
Music Appreciation
For those who enjoy listening to music, mainly classical, and would like to discover more about its background. A wide range... Quaker Meeting House, Cnr Condamine & Bent Sts Turner Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 26/11/2025
Weekly
(1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
M054.16
Music Makers
We are an inclusive and friendly group of singers and instrumentalists who meet two or three times a month to play an eclectic... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 07/02/2025
(Friday)
to 19/12/2025
Fortnightly
(1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
M093.15
Popular Music- Artists of Our Time (VIRTUAL COURSE)
Covers genres of popular, jazz, gospel, rock'n'roll et al. Course is run on a personal level where I recall performances... At My Home via Zoom Vacancies 22/01/2025
(Wednesday)
to 10/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 1:00 pm)
M092.09
Recorder Ensemble 'Sarabande' (Intermediate)
This is a happy and friendly band of recorder players with intermediate skills. Students receive carefully guided, stress-free... Private home in Woden Vacancies 11/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 02/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:30 pm)
M007.17
Recorder Orchestra
This friendly group of experienced players enjoys a wide selection of recorder orchestral music. We have all ten sizes of... Woden Seniors Club Vacancies 12/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 03/12/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
M087.11
Recorder Rondo
At Recorder Rondo each Thursday morning, we meet to enjoy playing recorder music from baroque to jazz, from waltz to march.... Weston Neighbourhood Hall 6 Gritten St Weston Vacancies 06/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 11/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
M119.03
The seminal years of popular music – 1955 to 1980
The course concentrates on the development of pop music between 1954 and 1980 ...though not confined to that period. Sessions... Yowani Country Club, Northbourne Avenue Vacancies 07/02/2025
(Friday)
to 21/11/2025
Fortnightly
(1:30 pm - 4:30 pm)
M008.16
U3A Warrani Chorale
Ladies choir, singing different styles of music. A focus is placed on developing vocal and choral skills. 2-3 performances... Yarralumla Uniting Church Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 03/12/2025
Weekly
(09:45 am - 12:00 noon)
M126.02
Ukulele: Feeling the Music
This course is intended for ukers who want to improve their ability to play songs without having to look all the time at... Hughes CC Rm 2 Vacancies 17/03/2025
(Monday)
to 12/05/2025
Weekly
(2:15 pm - 4:00 pm)
M126.04
Ukulele: Feeling the Music
This course is intended for ukers who want to improve their ability to play songs without having to look all the time at... Hughes CC Rm 2 Vacancies 20/10/2025
(Monday)
to 08/12/2025
Weekly
(2:15 pm - 4:00 pm)
M126.03
Ukulele: Feeling the Music
This course is intended for ukers who want to improve their ability to play songs without having to look all the time at... Hughes CC Rm 2 Vacancies 16/06/2025
(Monday)
to 04/08/2025
Weekly
(2:15 pm - 4:00 pm)
M090.29
Ukulele for Beginners
The course is designed for people who would like to play the ukulele but don't know where to start. This easy paced program... Hughes CC Rm 2 Vacancies 26/03/2025
(Wednesday)
to 30/04/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 11:45 am)
M125.02
Ukulele Fun group
A fun ukulele sing-along. Suitable for beginners and fun lovers to keep their skills humming. Hughes CC Rm 2 Vacancies 29/01/2025
(Wednesday)
to 10/12/2025
Weekly
(12:15 pm - 1:45 pm)
M116.05
World Music - A Journey Through Music Diversity
The course is intended as an introduction to the music of other cultures. The assumption is that people who participate will... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 24/01/2025
(Friday)
to 28/11/2025
Monthly
(1:30 pm - 4:00 pm)

Philosophy and Religion

Course Description Venue Status Course dates Frequency
PR044.01
Politics Power and Passion 6.0
A six week course covering contemporary political issues such as the nature of politics, the 2024 US election, the US political... Flynn CH Rm 1 Vacancies 22/04/2025
(Tuesday)
to 27/05/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
PR036.07
The Philosopher's Cafe
A moderated discussion of articles and book extracts exploring issues in philosophy, which will look at ideas, challenges... Hughes CC Rm 2 Vacancies 06/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 27/11/2025
Fortnightly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
PR036.08
The Philosopher's Cafe (2)
A moderated discussion of articles and book extracts exploring issues in philosophy, which will look at ideas, challenges... Hughes CC Rm 2 Vacancies 13/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 27/11/2025
Fortnightly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)

Recreational

Course Description Venue Status Course dates Frequency
R056.11
Argentine Tango Appreciation
Introduction to Argentine Tango, musicality and tango timing with the basic steps. Southern Cross Club, Woden Vacancies 08/02/2025
(Saturday)
to 22/11/2025
Weekly
(10:30 am - 12:00 noon)
R111.11
Call to the Barre - Barre Exercise Class for all levels- Class 1
Barre is a mix of ballet, pilates & yoga exercises. The certified instructor (me) sets the full body workout to music that... Kaleen Community Hall, 28 Georgina Cres, Kaleen ACT Waiting List 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 12/03/2025
Weekly
(10:30 am - 11:15 am)
R111.12
Call to the Barre - Barre Exercise Class for all levels- Class 2
Barre is a mix of ballet, pilates & yoga exercises. The certified instructor (me) sets the full body workout to music that... Kaleen Community Hall, 28 Georgina Cres, Kaleen ACT Waiting List 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 12/03/2025
Weekly
(11:30 am - 12:15 pm)
R100.04
Continuing Cryptic Crosswords - Hughes
Continuing Cryptic Crosswords at Hughes for experienced crossworders only. This is a self-organised course without a teacher,... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 14/02/2025
(Friday)
to 12/12/2025
Monthly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
R113.02
Continuing Cryptic Crossword Skills
Participants need to have some experience with cryptic crosswords. This is not a course for complete beginners though guidance... Flynn CH Rms 3+4 Vacancies 04/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 09/12/2025
Fortnightly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
R046.11
Crafty Times
Participants bring unfinished projects or start a new craft in a friendly and helpful environment Canberra Irish Club, Weston Creek Vacancies 05/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 03/12/2025
Weekly
(1:30 pm - 3:00 pm)
R018.15
Mahjong (Northside) - Thursday
This is a continuing course in the Western Game of Mahjong. There are vacancies for experienced players. If you are a beginner,... Belconnen Bowling Club Beetaloo Street, Hawker Vacancies 09/01/2025
(Thursday)
to 18/12/2025
Weekly
(09:00 am - 12:00 noon)
R016.16
Mahjong (Northside) - Tuesday
This is a continuing course in the Western Game of Mahjong. There are vacancies for experienced players. If you are a beginner,... Belconnen Bowling Club Beetaloo Street, Hawker Vacancies 07/01/2025
(Tuesday)
to 16/12/2025
Weekly
(09:00 am - 12:00 noon)
R086.06
Meditation for Wellbeing - Beginners
Meditation is the perfect balance between alertness and relaxation. It aims to provide a range of benefits with regular practice,... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 10/02/2025
(Monday)
to 08/12/2025
Weekly
(12:00 noon - 1:00 pm)
R087.05
Meditation for Wellbeing Intermediate
This is a continuing course and requires the participants to have either completed the first year of Meditation for Wellbeing... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 10/02/2025
(Monday)
to 08/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 11:30 am)
R003.17
Monday Mahjong Group
A recreation course of Mahjong using the book "The Mahjong Player's Companion" by Patricia A. Thompson and Betty Maloney... Southern Cross Club, Woden Vacancies 13/01/2025
(Monday)
to 22/12/2025
Weekly
(1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
R062.26
Restorative Yoga
Restorative Yoga is a relaxing style of practice to help improve physical, emotional and mental health, to recover from stress,... Flynn Community Hub Hall. Vacancies 03/10/2025
(Friday)
to 05/12/2025
Weekly
(10:30 am - 12:00 noon)
R062.25
Restorative Yoga
Restorative Yoga is a relaxing style of practice to help improve physical, emotional and mental health, to recover from stress,... Flynn Community Hub Hall. Vacancies 07/02/2025
(Friday)
to 11/04/2025
Weekly
(10:30 am - 12:00 noon)
R052.14
Scottish Country Dancing
Join us throughout the year for a bit of fun and dancing! This is a course for beginners and not so beginners. Scottish... North Canberra Baptist Church, 17 Condamine Street, Turner Vacancies 06/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 11/12/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
R117.01
Scrabble at Flynn
This group is for everyone from beginners to experienced Scrabble enthusiasts. Play the world's most popular word-based... Flynn CH Rms 3+4 Vacancies 11/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 02/12/2025
Fortnightly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
R109.03
Social Board Games and Cards
Join like-minded people for a few hours to play board games or cards. A fun, social opportunity to play old favourites or... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 13/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 11/12/2025
2nd and 4th Thursdays in the month
(1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
R038.11
Social Scrabble
Social Scrabble. No competition. Suitable for all skill levels. We play in twos, threes and fours. Scoring is optional,... Woden Valley Uniting Church Tidbinbilla Room, Curtin Vacancies 13/01/2025
(Monday)
to 15/12/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
R105.03
Summer Social Board Games - Hughes
An opportunity to socialise and play some board games or cards during January. Join like-minded people for a few hours to... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 14/01/2025
(Tuesday)
to 30/01/2025
Twice a week
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
R107.03
UP THERE CAZALY – FORTNIGHTLY CHAT ON AUSSIE RULES
This course will meet on a fortnightly basis to discuss season developments in Australia's premier sporting code – AFL/W.... South Yurt, The Sanctuary, Lyneham Vacancies 05/03/2025
(Wednesday)
to 01/10/2025
Fortnightly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)

Science, Health & Environment

Course Description Venue Status Course dates Frequency
SHE061.19
DNA
DNA is frequently in the news and even more so in this covid era. We are now used to hearing terms such as PCR and genomic... Cook CH Rm 1 Vacancies 12/02/2025
(Wednesday)
to 19/03/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
SHE121.04
Healing Ourselves and Our Planet (Tuesday) VIRTUAL COURSE
We should be living in a time of unprecedented good health. Instead, we have switched from the infections of the 19th century... VIRTUAL COURSE Vacancies 21/01/2025
(Tuesday)
to 18/11/2025
Weekly
(09:30 am - 11:30 am)
SHE121.03
Healing Ourselves and Our Planet VIRTUAL COURSE (Friday)
We should be living in a time of unprecedented good health. Instead, we have switched from the infections of the 19th century... VIRTUAL COURSE Vacancies 31/01/2025
(Friday)
to 21/11/2025
Weekly
(09:30 am - 11:30 am)
SHE047.10
Human Evolution: Skulls and Genes
In this course we look at what fossil skulls tell us about our evolution and about our hominin relatives that lived sometime... Flynn CH Rm 1 Vacancies 24/07/2025
(Thursday)
to 04/12/2025
Weekly
(1:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
SHE091.07
Jan Morgan's Trees of the Arboretum Part 1
The course covers forests planted at the Arboretum including, how the trees became 'known to science', distributions,... Burns Club 28 Kett St KAMBAH Vacancies 29/04/2025
(Tuesday)
to 17/06/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
SHE092.07
Jan Morgan's Trees of the Arboretum Part 2
The course covers forests planted at the Arboretum including, how the trees became 'known to science', distributions,... Cook CH Rm 1 Vacancies 13/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 27/03/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
SHE093.07
Jan Morgan's Trees of the Arboretum Part 3
The course will cover forests planted at the Arboretum including, how the trees became 'known to science', distributions,... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 22/01/2025
(Wednesday)
to 05/03/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
SHE094.07
Jan Morgan's Trees of the Arboretum Part 4
The course covers forests planted at the Arboretum including, how the trees became 'known to science', distributions,... Hughes CC Rm 2 Vacancies 01/10/2025
(Wednesday)
to 12/11/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
SHE050.18
Melanesia, Micronesia & Polynesia: our Pacific Neighbours
The peoples in Oceania (sens. lat.) are probably the most diverse on earth in terms of culture and language, with around... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 05/09/2025
(Friday)
to 24/10/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
SHE050.17
Melanesia, Micronesia & Polynesia: our Pacific Neighbours
Pacific island countries are culturally and linguistically diverse, with over 2000 ethnic groups and 1400 languages. They... Hughes CC Rm 3 Vacancies 21/03/2025
(Friday)
to 30/05/2025
Weekly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
SHE074.07
NSW coastal landscapes, their origins and evolution
The coastal landscapes around southern NSW are spectacular. But how are these coastal landscapes formed? How old are they?... Field excursion NSW Vacancies 05/03/2025
(Wednesday)
to 07/03/2025
Daily
SHE128.01
Probability and Statistics in Everyday Life
Every day we may read the probability of rain, that there is some treatment likely to improve our health, or a favourite... Hughes CC Rm 2 Vacancies 02/07/2025
(Wednesday)
to 03/12/2025
1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month.
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
SHE123.03
The Science of Meditation Part 1: Calm-Abiding
Scientists and meditators alike have been intrigued by the similarities between modern quantum physics and theories of mind... Cook CH Rm 3 Vacancies 11/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 01/04/2025
Weekly
(1:30 pm - 4:00 pm)
SHE123.04
The Science of Meditation Part 2: Insight
Does the material world really exist the way we perceive it? And how do we know these perceptions are correct? With the help... Cook CH Rm 3 Vacancies 05/08/2025
(Tuesday)
to 09/09/2025
Weekly
(1:30 pm - 4:00 pm)
SHE126.03
The Universe and Life (VIRTUAL COURSE)
We will discuss what modern science tells us about nature that is very small (subatomic particles), very big (the universe)... VIRTUAL COURSE Vacancies 22/07/2025
(Tuesday)
to 03/09/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
SHE126.02
The Universe and Life (VIRTUAL COURSE)
We will discuss what modern science tells us about nature that is very small (subatomic particles), very big (the universe)... VIRTUAL COURSE Vacancies 11/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 15/04/2025
Weekly
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
SHE127.01
Yoga for Healthy Ageing
Yoga for Healthy Ageing is an evidence-based Harvard Health yoga program for building flexibility, agility, balance and strength... Canberra Seniors Centre, Turner Vacancies 03/02/2025
(Monday)
to 01/12/2025
Weekly
(5:30 pm - 6:30 pm)

Social and Behavioural Sciences

Course Description Venue Status Course dates Frequency
SBS039.01
Better Life-Projects
Most of us have life-projects to complete – selling a house, downsizing, moving to aged care, planning an overseas holiday,... Hughes CC Rm 2 Vacancies 20/02/2025
(Thursday)
to 13/03/2025
Weekly
(1:45 pm - 4:15 pm)
SBS036.02
Life Writing
Life writing can be about self, family, friends, casual contacts, animals and/or plants. It may show how events can impact... Cook CH Rm 3 Vacancies 11/02/2025
(Tuesday)
to 09/12/2025
Fortnightly
(10:00 am - 12:00 noon)
SBS038.03
What if Ageing is Nothing but a Fixed Mindset? (VIRTUAL COURSE)
By adopting a growth mindset and engaging in activities that challenge us, we can tap into the brain's neuroplasticity to... VIRTUAL COURSE Vacancies 13/01/2025
(Monday)
to 10/03/2025
Weekly
(12:00 pm - 12:30 pm)

We welcome your comments and feedback via the U3A ACT Facebook site.