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Humanities & Culture

Humanities and Culture – explore ideas, history, literature and creativity 

Dive into rich explorations of Philosophy, Creative Writing, History and Mythology, Literature and Poetry and Cultural Studies. Our Humanities and Culture courses offer intellectually stimulating learning designed for adult students seeking personal enrichment, critical thinking and creative expression. Held at Parkshot campus in vibrant Richmond, our welcoming classes foster lively discussion, self-reflection and enjoyment of cultural discovery. 

Professional Facilities

Study in comfortable classrooms supported by online resources and reading groups. Our facilities are ideal for practical workshops—creative writing sessions, philosophical debates and small-group tutorials —all in a nurturing adult learning environment.

Expert Tutors

Our courses are delivered by passionate subject specialists all skilled at facilitating reflective and insightful discussions. They guide students through intellectual and creative journeys with care and professionalism.

Flexible Learning

Choose from daytime, evening and weekend classes, including short taster workshops and longer-term courses. With formats tailored to adult learners, from oneweek online literature sessions to term-length history studies, you can fit learning around your lifestyle.

A Wide Variety of Courses to Suit You

Whether you’re a creative writer, history buff, philosopher or curious learner, you’ll find something to inspire you:

Philosophy: Introduction to Ethics
Start Date: Tuesday, 19th May 2026
End Date: Tuesday, 9th June 2026
Duration: 3 weeks
Level: 1
Full Fee: £58
Philosophy: introduction to The Real
Start Date: Tuesday, 23rd June 2026
End Date: Tuesday, 7th July 2026
Duration: 3 weeks
Level: 1
Full Fee: £58
Hear from our students

“RHACC has a lively ambience, with opportunities for students of all ages to be involved in specific subjects. Studying Philosophy and other courses in the School of Ideas has shown me the high standard of both the teachers and the students – they have so much to contribute from their life-experiences and also so much to gain.”

Kieran, Philosophy Learner

”We formed our group following a creative writing course at RHACC. Discussions during the course inspired us to continue meeting to read and review our writing. All the writers in the group had different motivations. The common thing was that we were all in a stage in our lives where we have been in search of ways to grow ourselves through a subject different from our own professions. That subject has been creative writing! We have published short stories and we continue to do this as well as supporting our writers who are venturing out in personal writing projects.”

Table 52, Creative Writing Group
Ready to Discover More?

Join our vibrant community of thinkers, writers and learners. Challenge your perspective, share ideas and create work that matters—all in a supportive and stimulating environment. 

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