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Part-time courses for adults

Part-time courses in humanities, languages, business, computing, politics and law, science and environment, and social studies.

Please be aware that 50-51 Park Place will be closed from 21 December - 13 January. Any in-person teaching that was scheduled for week commencing 6 January has been moved to the following week.

We now have a new home. Our new location is 50-51 Park Place, Cardiff CF10 3AT.

Be inspired by our range of part-time courses at levels and times to suit you. We provide both classroom-based and online courses. The delivery of each course will be specified in each course description.

You can also study towards qualifications and we provide pathways to study an undergraduate degree with the university.

Search over 250 part-time short courses and study with Lifelong Learning

Latest news

Hayley Bassett

The journey from pathway to dream job

17 November 2024

Hayley’s journey to success began with the Exploring the Past Pathway which led to a BA, MA and PhD.

Onyinye Tete

Learning does not have an age limit

14 November 2024

Our students differ in age and life experience and wanted to use their stories to encourage others to return to the classroom.

Witchcraft, Werewolves and Magic

2 October 2024

University experts from across Wales lead new Historical Association short course

We have developed a number of pathways to help you study for a degree at Cardiff University.

Find out why studying a short course with us is the right choice.

Schemes available and criteria required if you are looking for financial assistance.

Find out how to enrol on your course online.