Lifelong learning
Whether you want to develop your skills, take on a new hobby or plan on changing careers, Cornwall College has something for everyone.
Featured adult courses at Cornwall College
Introduction to Bricklaying Skills
Leisure and Professional- Location – Cornwall College St Austell
- Duration – 12 hours (4 evenings x 3 hours) | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – 04/06/2025
Autodesk Fusion 360 (Intermediate)
Leisure and Professional- Location – The Plymouth Engineering Skills Centre
- Duration – 1 day of 6 hours for 6 weeks | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – 22/11/2024
An Introduction to Cooking Outdoors – The Healthy Way
Adult Leisure and Professional- Location – Cornwall College Camborne
- Duration – 2 Evenings, 6-9pm | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – 04/06/2025
Introduction To Digital Photography (Evening)
Adult Leisure and Professional- Location – Cornwall College Camborne
- Duration – 8 Weeks | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – 28/04/2025
Level 3 Understanding Autism
Adult Employer Training Leisure and Professional- Location – Cornwall College St Austell
- Duration – 6 months – 1 year | Online
- Level – Level 3
- Available Starts – As required
Photoshop Basics Workshop
Adult Leisure and Professional- Location – Cornwall College Camborne
- Duration – 1 Day | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – 25/01/2025, 29/03/2025
Digital Photography: How to Use Photoshop
Leisure and Professional- Location – Cornwall College St Austell
- Duration – 1 evening a week for 6 weeks, 5-8pm | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – 14/01/2025, 25/02/2025
Level 2 Award in Barista
Adult Employer Training Leisure and Professional- Location – Cornwall College Camborne
- Duration – 2 weeks | Part-time
- Level – Level 2
- Available Starts – 20/02/2025
Introduction to Creative Textiles
Leisure and Professional- Location – Cornwall College St Austell
- Duration – 11 weeks – 1 evening per week | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – 07/01/2025
The Perfect Healthy Sunday Roast
Adult Leisure and Professional- Location – Cornwall College Camborne
- Duration – 1 Day, 9am-4pm | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – 01/02/2025
Christmas Wreath Making
Leisure and Professional- Location – Cornwall College St Austell
- Duration – One evening workshop (weds) from 5-8pm | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – 04/12/2024, 11/12/2024
Healthy Alfresco Cooking
Adult Leisure and Professional- Location – Cornwall College Camborne
- Duration – 1 Day, 9am-4pm | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – 07/06/2025
An Introductory Look Into Art History (Evening) Course
Adult Leisure and Professional- Location – Cornwall College Camborne
- Duration – 6 Weeks | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – 06/02/2025
Creative Writing (Evening)
Adult Leisure and Professional- Location – Cornwall College Camborne
- Duration – 8 Weeks | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – 30/04/2025
Introduction to Plumbing
Leisure and Professional- Location – Cornwall College St Austell
- Duration – 12 hours (4 evenings x 3 hours) | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – 27/11/2024, 05/03/2025, 07/05/2025
Introduction to Turning
Leisure and Professional- Location – Cornwall College Camborne
- Duration – 8 Weeks | Part-time
- Level – No Qualification
- Available Starts – 30/04/2025
Why study with us?
Our vocational training and leisure courses are designed to support you to reach your goals and embrace your passions. Discover our wide range of courses and take your next steps into learning, earning and creating
What subjects can I study?
We offer a wide variety of subjects, including arts and media, construction, catering, and accounting, as well as GCSEs and functional skills courses.
Browse by subject and discover the right course for you.
FAQs
Click on the questions below to learn more about Adult Courses at Cornwall College.
This varies from course to course, but we offer course at a range of times – including evenings and weekends – to help fit around your own schedule. In addition, our online courses give you total flexibility to learn when and wherever suits you.
Our adult education courses attract a wide range of learners from different age groups. If you are planning on studying a full-time vocational course, then it is likely that you will be learning alongside some of our 16-18-year-old students. Learning with people of different ages – exchanging knowledge and different points of view – can add a new dimension to your learning experience.
Tuition fees vary from course to course, depending on the course length and level, and the materials used. However, we are committed to helping as many people as possible to access our courses, and can offer financial support towards course fees, travel and essential equipment (dependent on eligibility).
Funding Support and College Bursaries for Adult Learners
Click on your chosen course page to learn more about the potential career options available, and to get an idea of average salaries in your chosen field.
We have an amazing range of facilities across our campuses. Whatever you decide to study – from hairdressing to mechanics, construction or ceramics – you’ll be using professional standard tools and materials in our inspiring surroundings.
Simply click through to your chosen course and follow the directions to fill in the application form. One of our team will then be in touch to confirm your place on the course, take payment (if applicable) and to discuss any further steps.
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Success stories
Mel Tingpoint
Introduction to MIG WeldingThanks to Cornwall College, my welding skills are now hot stuff! My friends call me ‘Spark Master’ and I’ve successfully welded my lunchbox shut. Best short course ever!
Phil Ings-Bland
Pasty Crimping for BeginnersThanks to St Austell’s Pasty Baking course, I’m the ‘Crimp King’ of my kitchen! My pasties are now the talk of the town, and I’ve never felt more deliciously accomplished!
Beau Trek
Boatbuilding for BeginnersFalmouth’s Boatbuilding course was a tidal wave of knowledge! Now, I’m the ‘Captain Crafty’ of boat building, and my friends are all on board with my new skills. Anchors aweigh!