Emerging languages and cultures

Learn how humans invent entirely new languages and how these new forms of communication become powerful symbols of identity.

Starts online: 08/09/26

Swedish 2 lower: module 1

Join me on this lively and fun online course to practise and develop your Swedish skills.
Suitable if you have actively studied Swedish for a year recently.
Starts: 17/09/26

History of Ideas: the language of politeness

Discover the fascinating world of politeness studies on this lively introductory online course. Explore how we cultures manage politeness in everyday conversation.
Starts: 27/10/27

Welsh pronunciation 

Understand how to produce the sounds of Welsh with increased accuracy & confidence on this practical and popular online course for post-beginners


Starts: 04/11/25

Swedish grammar workshop: word order

Are you learning Swedish and find yourself confused by word order? We'll clear up this tricky aspect of Swedish for learners of this supportive online workshop.

Online: 17/09/26

Swedish beginners intensive: module 1/2

Learn Swedish at pace on this intensive online course. You'll learn basic aspects of the Swedish language, enabling you to take part in simple conversations.








Begins online Jan 2027 

Language Police: Europe's language academies and attitudes

Who decides what is grammatically correct or incorrect? Learn about language attitudes and Europe's language academies on this lively in-person course in central London.






Starts in-person
Feb 2027

The Welsh language: a condensed modern history 

Explore the modern history of the Welsh language from the mid-19th century to the present day. Learn about the impacts of industrialisation, migration, and political change on the language’s status, use, and perception. We will also look at Welsh-speaking communities abroad, such as in Patagonia, and the evolving attitudes toward Welsh in education, media, and public life.

Starts online
Feb 2027