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Mindfulness, Meditation and Deep Relaxation
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Mindfulness, Meditation and Deep Relaxation
<p>This course offers various simple meditation and relaxation techniques that will target understanding of stress and fatigue and easy ways to manage these afflictions. These techniques will offer
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The Middle East: A Clash of Religions?
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The Middle East: A Clash of Religions?
<p>Religion continues to play a powerful—though often contested—role in the conflicts of the Middle East. Since ancient times, tensions involving Judaism, Islam, and Christianity have shaped struggles
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The Middle East: A Clash of Religions?
<p>Religion continues to play a powerful—though often contested—role in the conflicts of the Middle East. Since ancient times, tensions involving Judaism, Islam, and Christianity have shaped struggles
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A History of the World in 20 Hats
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A History of the World in 20 Hats
<p>Hats have long been symbols of power, identity and cultural change. This course tells global history through twenty iconic pieces of headwear, from emperors and revolutionaries to film heroes and
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Introduction to Tunisian Crochet
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Introduction to Tunisian Crochet
<p>Learn to use all 10 fingers to engage with yarn and colour to learn new stitches and create your own crocheted articles in Tunisian crochet which is not the same as regular crochet. It could be
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The Art and Power of the Maritime Republic of Genoa
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The Art and Power of the Maritime Republic of Genoa
<p>Genoa was one of the great maritime republics of medieval Europe, shaping trade, finance and politics across the Mediterranean. This course explores Genoa’s rise to power through its art,
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Calligraphy for Beginners: Humanist Script
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Calligraphy for Beginners: Humanist Script
<p>The Humanist Script is one of the most graceful calligraphic hands to emerge from the Renaissance, valued for its clarity, balance and timeless beauty. This beginner-friendly course introduces
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Great Roman Collections
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Great Roman Collections
<p>This course takes you to Rome’s great art collections: the Capitoline and Vatican Museums, Galleria Borghese, Palazzo Barberini and Palazzo Pamphilj; their magnificent locations, their genesis and
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Human Error in Famous and Major Airline Accidents
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Human Error in Famous and Major Airline Accidents
<p>Why do smart pilots make fatal mistakes? Flying is one of the safest ways to travel, yet when things go wrong, the results can be catastrophic and strangely compelling. In this fascinating course,
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Woolwich: Between the Harbour and the Hill
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Woolwich: Between the Harbour and the Hill
<p>Woolwich combines harbour views, bushland and historic buildings shaped by long community effort. This course explores Woolwich’s transformation from industrial and military uses to a valued
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Antarctica in 1912: Apsley Cherry-Garrard's 'The Worst Journey in the World'
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Antarctica in 1912: Apsley Cherry-Garrard's 'The Worst Journey in the World'
<p>Examine Captain Scott’s last expedition to the Antarctic of 1911-1913, through the narrative of Apsley Cherry-Garrard’s book <em>The Worst Journey in the World</em> - a classic of Antarctic
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