Explore our curated range of expert-led courses, workshops, and talks, all with the V&A collections at their core. Join us at V&A South Kensington or online to piece together histories, learn practical creative skills, reveal untold stories and more.
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Courses
Deepen your understanding of the history of creativity, with experts from the V&A and beyond. Our courses offer insightful lectures, engaging group discussions and in-depth V&A object case studies. Explore key subject areas including the history of art and much more. With our online courses available live and on-demand, unlock learning anytime, anywhere.
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Practical workshops
Grow your creative confidence with our hands-on courses and workshops, inspired by the V&A's collections. Online or in person, our specialist tutors create supportive learning environments to help you take your sewing skills to the next level, pick up a new painting technique, or master the art of portraiture.
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Lectures and talks
Expand your knowledge with our expert-led talks and lectures. Together with leading voices from the creative industries, engage in thought-provoking discussions and discover new perspectives on contemporary and historical creativity.
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African heritage
Unearth, challenge, question. Explore untold stories held within the V&A's vast collection. Embrace Black joy and creative thinking, contribute to building sustainable new narratives, and recount these concealed histories alongside experts from the museum and beyond.
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Professional development
Develop the professional skills you need to excel in today's museum sector. Led by renowned practitioners with real-world experience, these intensive arts and heritage training courses use V&A case studies to provide unique insights into contemporary best practice. Want something bespoke? Get in touch.
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Email: courses@vam.ac.uk