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Adult Learning at EKC Canterbury College

Take charge of your future. It’s never too late to learn.

Discover our range of adult courses below, specifically designed for ages 19+.

 

Join us for our Adult Open Day

Monday 15 June, 4.00 – 6.30 pm

two adult learners in a sewing for beginners lesson
1,627,320
Individuals

Over one million adults (19+) returned to Education between 2023/24.

1 in 2 adults
Currently in Education

 

One in every two adults in the UK are currently learning or have done so in the last three years.

86.8%
Achievement Rate

86.8% of adult learners in the UK achieved a qualification in 2022/23.

Stone Carving student at EKC Canterbury College

“Coming here and studying alongside people from different backgrounds has been a really enriching experience.

“For me, returning to education as an adult has simply been another part of that lifelong journey of learning and growth.”

Oliver Enwonwu

“With my children now at school, and the course only being part-time I can commit to pursuing a career I’ve always been interested in.

“The tutors have also been great in accommodating and supporting those of us with additional commitments.”

Melynda Phelan
Adult student at EKC Canterbury College

“I do enjoy the bonds I have with the lecturers. They’re quite unique and different.

“The support is there. If someone does have a question, they are always there to help and do the best they can.

Caleb-John Moore

Sewing courses that inspire

Amy, Kelly and Rebecca came to College as adult learners to gain a new life skill – sewing.

We spoke to them during the ‘Sewing for Beginners’ course to hear what they’ve enjoyed and how they felt about returning to education.

Newfound passion with Access to Higher Education course

Jess spoke to us about why she chose EKC Canterbury College, how great it has been to return to education, and what she hopes to do next with her newfound skills.

Access to HE course at EKC Canterbury College
Flexible Learning

Our short and part-time courses fit around your life, with many courses taking place in the evenings and during the week.

Exclusively for Adults

Study alongside like-minded people in a professional, friendly environment and become part of our adult learning community.

Professional Teaching

Our lecturers are practicing industry professionals, meaning you are learning up to date skills that are relevant to the modern world.

EKC Canterbury College campus

Speak to our team

Are you wondering how a course might fit your busy schedule or want to learn more about funding? We can answer all of your questions.

We’re part of six community-based colleges

Our mission is to empower our communities to develop their economic and social prosperity in a rapidly changing world.