Some of the world’s most respected universities have free online courses in everything from art history and classical music through to sound production and modern poetry.
First emerging in 2012, Massive Online Open Courses (MOOCs) have unlimited participation and open access. Anyone with web access can do the courses, which are often taught through videos, audio downloads and interactive quizzes. There are no entry requirements or fees, and they can be a great way to ‘test’ a subject before committing for further formal study.