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School of Histories & Humanities

Evening & Short Course Programme

Welcome to the School of Histories and Humanities Evening and Short Courses Programme — where curiosity, enjoyment and lifelong learning come together. As part of the School’s outreach initiative, we offer an engaging range of lecture-based day and evening courses in History, Classics, and the History of Art & Architecture, alongside beginner and intermediate classes in Latin, Ancient Greek, and Classical Culture. On most lecture series, participants enjoy the opportunity of attending selected undergraduate lectures, providing a rare and enriching chance to experience university life and engage with learning alongside current undergraduate students. Designed for enjoyment as much as enrichment, these non-assessed courses offer a relaxed alternative to the pressures often associated with further education - with no coursework or examinations, learners can immerse themselves in fascinating subjects simply for the pleasure of discovery.

Whether returning to study after many years, exploring a lifelong interest, or seeking a stimulating new pursuit in retirement, learners of all ages and backgrounds will find a welcoming and relaxed environment. Many participants join to deepen existing interests, meet like-minded people, and enjoy the rewards of shared learning.

From the ancient world to modern history, from art and architecture to classical languages, our courses are informative, accessible, and engaging — offering the opportunity to broaden perspectives, discover new interests, and remain intellectually active at every stage of life.

We believe learning should never stop, and our Evening and Short Courses Programme celebrates the joy of education for all.

Updates

Due to unforseen circumstances SHH20 Imagining History will not be going ahead. We apologise for any disappointment this may cause.

The following courses are fully booked:

  • SHH02 American Dreams: Culture in the US, 1840-present
  • SHH06 Saints and Sinners in Medieval Europe
  • SHH07 The Sexual Politics of Modern Ireland
  • SHH17 The World Wars 1914-1945
  • SHH18 Early Christian Ireland
  • SHH19 History in the Present
  • SA20 Ireland’s Painters: At Home and Abroad, 1750 - 1950
If you wish to go on a waiting list, please fill in your details here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/FJnejeLzJu We will let you know by the end of August if places become available.

If you have any questions about these programmes,
please contact:
Dr. Patricia Stapleton,
Evening & Short Courses Coordinator,
Room 3141,
School of Histories and Humanities,
Arts Building,
Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2.
Tel: 01 896 8589,
E-mail: extramural.hh@tcd.ie