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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · 50m

Dr Juliette Wood provides an illuminating introduction to Efa Lois’ book ‘Gwrachod Cymru – Welsh Witches’.

Efa retells the stories, bringing them to life through vibrant illustrations.

www.serenbooks.com/book/gwracho... @serenbooks.bsky.social @cuhistarchrel.bsky.social

Gwrachod Cymru | Welsh Witches - Seren

Tales of witches permeate the Welsh psyche, its folklore, history and culture. With distinctly Welsh fixations such as water, the weather and shapeshifting, these women are radical and transgressive, ...

www.serenbooks.com

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · 18h

Find out more about interpreting as a career and a way of helping your community.

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · 1d

Congratulations to Dr Rachel Carney! Rachel teaches creative writing here and is hosting 'Fragments of Us: A Poetry Film Launch'.

This free celebratory event takes place on 30.10.25 at 19:00. Register here: bit.ly/4748EoW

Fragments of Us: A Poetry Film Launch

This celebration event will include a ‘private view’ film screening, ekphrastic and meta-ekphrastic poetry readings, and a short Q&A.

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · 7d

Croeso! Welcome!

Welcome to all our new and returning students. We hope you enjoy your course with us this autumn.

Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · 9d

Congratulations to Dr Laura Shobiya! Laura has co-edited a book ‘A Welcoming Nation? Intersectional approaches to migration and diversity in Wales’. The book is available in print and as an ebook.
www.uwp.co.uk/book/a-welco...

A Welcoming Nation? | UWP

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · 17d

Our friends in Caer Heritage have launched a podcast. Discover more about the Caer Heritage Project in Caerau & the importance of community engagement & lifelong learning. www.publicengagement.ac.uk/caer-heritag... @sharewyatt.bsky.social @cuhistarchrel.bsky.social @cujournmedcul.bsky.social

CAER Heritage Podcast | NCCPE

www.publicengagement.ac.uk

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · 20d

A Cardiff University Lifelong Learning student has won a national learning award.
Dr Hamdi Abdalrhman was presented with the Inspire! Award from the Learning and Work Institute Cymru. Congratulations Hamdi! @learnworkuk.bsky.social @learnworkcymru.bsky.social

Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · 21d

Thank you to everyone who visited us on our Open Day. We all had a great time. We look forward to welcoming new and returning students to courses starting soon.
www.cardiff.ac.uk/part-time-co...

Cyrsiau rhan amser i oedolion

Cyrsiau rhan amser yn y dyniaethau, ieithoedd, busnes, cyfrifiadura, gwleidyddiaeth a'r gyfraith, gwyddoniaeth a'r amgylchedd, ac astudiaethau cymdeithasol.

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · 21d

Sanctuary seekers celebrate academic success
www.cardiff.ac.uk/news/view/29...

Ceiswyr noddfa yn dathlu llwyddiant academaidd

Menter sy’n agor drysau i addysg uwch

www.cardiff.ac.uk

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · 23d

Today!
Open Day!

Find out about our part-time courses for adults and Pathways to a degree to study at Cardiff University.
12:00-14:00 17:00-19:00

events.cardiff.ac.uk/view/lifelon...

Lifelong Learning Open Day

From inspiring talks to festivals, workshops, and concerts, our varied events are open to all.

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · 28d

Our next Exploring the Past public lecture is taking place soon. This fascinating and free talk will be online.
Title: Assassins and Templars
Date: Wednesday 15 October 2025
Time: 19:00
Please book your place here bit.ly/47EbD9s
@cuhistarchrel.bsky.social @webstermedieval.bsky.social

Exploring the Past online free lecture, Wednesday 15th October, 7pm

Our next Exploring the Past online free lecture takes place on Wednesday 15 October 2025. Please sign up to book a place.

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · Aug 13

Come along to our Open Day and find out about our courses and Pathways to a degree.
Date: 16.09.25
Time: 12:00-14:00 and 17:00-19:00
Location: Lifelong Learning, 50-51 Park Place, Cardiff. CF10 3AT
events.cardiff.ac.uk/view/lifelon...

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Cardiff University Libraries @cardiffunilib.bsky.social · Jul 11

We don't like to brag about this (too often) but in 1976 our brand new Arts and Social Studies Library was awarded 'commended' status at the Concrete Society Awards, or rather our architects FaulknerBrowns were for putting us up! (1/4)

Our concrete society award, held aloft in front of the building on a sunny day

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · Jul 22

Cardiff University provides part-time courses for adults. Improve your CV, increase your knowledge, be inspired and make new friends. You could also prepare for degree studies by enrolling on one of our pathways.
Courses start throughout the academic year.
www.cardiff.ac.uk/part-time-co...

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Dave @sharewyatt.bsky.social · Jul 19

Beautiful feature on how our @caerheritage.bsky.social community discovers new pasts, opens up life changing opportunities in the present & helps to create new futures ❤️
@webstermedieval.bsky.social @learncardiff.bsky.social @flintdibble.bsky.social @ltotelin.bsky.social

Changing lives with archaeology

Community in Cardiff learns about its past while building a better future.

www.cardiff.ac.uk

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Dave @sharewyatt.bsky.social · Jul 19

This summer, @caerheritage.bsky.social is hosting an exciting week-by-week programme packed with fun, hands-on activities for all ages. From arts & crafts to archaeology & heritage. Come along and be part of the fun!
Starts Mon 21st July 🙂
@learncardiff.bsky.social
@webstermedieval.bsky.social

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · Jul 17

From housing to healthcare
A mature student graduating this week has credited the University’s Pathway Programme with helping her change career.
www.cardiff.ac.uk/news/view/29...

O dai i ofal iechyd

Myfyriwr graddedig a oedd yn meddwl ei bod hi’n “rhy hen i ystyried gyrfa newydd” yn siarad am sut y gwnaeth Rhaglen Llwybr y Brifysgol ei helpu i ailddarganfod addysg a dechrau galwedigaeth newydd

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · Jul 16

“Four years ago, becoming a nurse felt like an impossible goal. I did not have the qualifications for direct entry and, as a mature student with financial responsibilities, I needed a route that could work alongside full-time employment." Samah studied the Pathway to Healthcare. Congratulations!

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · Jul 15

Congratulations to Kate! Kate completed the Pathway to Heathcare at Lifelong Learning before studying a BSc Occupational Therapy.
“The Pathway was a great stepping stone to prepare me for degree studies. My confidence in my ability has grown."

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · Jul 14

Our visitors received a very warm welcome at our Adult Learner Taster Day. Thank you to everyone who attended, we hope you return to study with us soon.

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · Jul 2

Watch former Exploring the Past student, Anastazia Thomas, discuss her role and the community spirit involved in saving St Elvan’s church in Aberdare. I truly uplifting short documentary @cuhistarchrel.bsky.social @cujournmedcul.bsky.social @webstermedieval.bsky.social
www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...

New Voices from Wales - Series 8: 4. Saving St Elvan's

Charting the revival of a historic Welsh church in Aberdare that has been reborn as a vibrant hub of faith, art and community through creativity and collective spirit.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Dysgu Gydol Oes / Lifelong Learning @learncardiff.bsky.social · Jun 30

Croeso / Welcome

Our language summer schools start this week. This is a great opportunity to learn a new language or refresh existing skills in French, Italian and Spanish. Enjoy your course!

www.cardiff.ac.uk/part-time-co...