Whether you want to find out how to do something new, take a course, or get some help to find learning opportunities, the library service can help you.
Find non fiction books on a range of topics in all our libraries. Collections include study guides for GCSE, A-level and NVQ.
Borrow books to help you learn English. The ESOL collection (English for Speakers of Other Languages) has material for both beginners and more advanced students.
Dictionaries are available for a large number of languages for loan at your local library e.g., English-Urdu/Urdu-English.
If you are interested in learning something new or updating existing skills, there are local courses to help you. Courses are offered in all our libraries as well as other locations. Slough Lifelong Learning publishes a brochure of adult learning opportunities, which also includes courses from providers such as the Workers’ Educational Association(WEA) and the East Berkshire College. You can also get personal advice on courses and fees at the information point in The Curve.
Many of our libraries offer free computer courses, with tutor support. These short courses teach beginners how to use computers and the internet. Ask at your local library, or check the Library news and events listing for more information.
Whether you want to find a new hobby, take a course or refresh and expand your skills the library can help you. These courses are available free, 24 hours a day, to all Slough Libraries members by logging in with your library card.
These sites have courses on lots of different topics from practical like IT and software, to health and hobbies
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Universal Class | Offers around 350 free online courses from business skills to arts and crafts, from computer skills to alternative therapies. See more information or register now | Universal Class: In library or at home |
FutureLearn | Free online courses from the world’s leading universities and institutions inc the British Council and the British Library. Courses cover a broad and diverse range of subjects including science, language, teaching, history, literature and many more. | FutureLearn : in library or at home |
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Go Citizen |
Study guide and practice tests to help you prepare for the Life in the UK citizenship test. |
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Hoonuit |
Quick courses to help you learn about the latest software and gadgets including Microsoft Word, Adobe Photoshop, HTML5, Social Media and Google Docs. Try one of over 500 video tutorials today! |
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Theory Test Pro |
Gives you essential practice for the official driving theory test – for car drivers as well as HGV and PSV |
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Transparent Language Online |
Offers you the chance to take free language courses in 80 foreign languages, including French, German, Urdu, Hindi, Polish, Arabic |
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Road to IELTS |
Improve your English and prepare for IELTS examinations for people preparing to study in English speaking countries |
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Road to IELTS |
Improve your English and prepare for IELTS examinations for people who want to live and work in English speaking countries |
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Tense Buster |
Break through the Grammar Barrier! English Grammar for all levels. Improve and practise. practise your grammar at the level you choose for as long as you like |
Tense Buster version 10 in library or at home |
Tense Buster |
Break through the Grammar Barrier! English Grammar for all levels. Practise your grammar in a planned programme over 6 weeks. |
Tense Buster 6 weeks Grammar Course in library or at home |