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If you are looking for a new project to take on, or if you’re in desperate need of skills to help you with repairs around the house, our DIY courses can help give you the ability and confidence to take on new projects.
From learning how to maintain a bicycle to car servicing and care, we have plenty of ways you can learn to become more self-sufficient, catching problems before they become too big.
Gain confidence and skills in our relaxed and friendly learning environments. Whether you are brand new to our DIY courses and starting at the basics or a returning learner taking your skills to the next level, our passionate tutors will be on hand to guide you each week.
DIY courses are a great choice for anyone looking to tackle various tasks and projects on their own. Alongside our vehicle maintenance courses, we offer courses for home improvements including introductions to Plumbing, Carpentry & Joinery, and Domestic Electrical repairs. Through our courses you can learn the key skills needed to avoid expensive call-outs.
If you’re in to fashion, you can learn to fix an item of clothing to stop it going to waste, or learn to create your own statement pieces from complex patterns.
Part Time P05507
An opportunity to get hands-on experience using the tools of the trade. Understand and practise how to work safely and skilfully. Start from the very basics and develop your skills along the way. Lots of top tips from experienced staff along the way....
20th Jan 2026 - 10th Mar 2026
Tuesday
DIY | Electrical Installation and Maintenance
Witney Campus
View course detailsPart Time P05508
An opportunity to get hands-on experience using the tools of the trade. Understand and practise how to work safely and skilfully. Start from the very basics and develop your skills along the way. Lots of top tips from experienced staff along the way....
21st Apr 2026 - 16th Jun 2026
Tuesday
DIY | Electrical Installation and Maintenance
Witney Campus
View course detailsPart Time P05509
Discover the fundamentals of electrical work in our adult evening class focused on basic electrical tasks. Whether you’re a homeowner wanting to understand your home’s electrical system or someone looking to undertake small electrical work at home, t...
25th Sept 2025 - 13th Nov 2025
Thursday
DIY | Electrical Installation and Maintenance
Abingdon Campus
View course detailsPart Time P05504
Discover the fundamentals of electrical work in our adult evening class focused on basic electrical tasks. Whether you’re a homeowner wanting to understand your home’s electrical system or someone looking to undertake small electrical work at home, t...
22nd Jan 2026 - 12th Mar 2026
Thursday
DIY | Electrical Installation and Maintenance
Abingdon Campus
View course detailsPart Time P05505
Discover the fundamentals of electrical work in our adult evening class focused on basic electrical tasks. Whether you’re a homeowner wanting to understand your home’s electrical system or someone looking to undertake small electrical work at home, t...
23rd Apr 2026 - 11th Jun 2026
Thursday
DIY | Electrical Installation and Maintenance
Abingdon Campus
View course detailsPart Time P09513
This workshop will teach you how to check and maintain your bicycle and to fix the most common problems that arise, to keep you safe when cycling. You will need to bring your bicycle with you. The workshop is aimed at beginners and offers a hands-on ...
Part Time P09514
This workshop will teach you how to check and maintain your bicycle and to fix the most common problems that arise, to keep you safe when cycling. You will need to bring your bicycle with you. The workshop is aimed at beginners and offers a hands-on ...
Part Time P09400
This workshop will teach you how to check and maintain your bicycle, fix the most common problems that arise, and keep you safe when cycling. You will need to bring your bicycle with you....
Part Time P13305
Join our adult evening class and unlock the mysteries of basic plumbing tasks! Whether you’re a homeowner eager to handle minor plumbing issues yourself or someone intrigued by the world of pipes and fixtures, this course is designed just for you....
