Short Courses
Discover short courses in Sydney for adults looking to learn new skills, explore creative interests, improve wellbeing or connect with their community. Macquarie Community College offers hands-on short courses across Arts & Crafts, Languages, Fitness, Photography, Cooking, Music and more.
Whether you want to break out of your routine, rediscover creativity or simply try something new, MCC short courses support lifelong learning at every stage of life.
Flexible Learning for Busy Adults
We understand adult learners balance study with work, family and other commitments. That’s why many MCC short courses are available in the evenings, on weekends and online via Zoom.
Learn New Skills and Connect with Your Community
Our short courses offer more than practical skills. They give adults the opportunity to stay active, meet like-minded people, build confidence and explore new interests in welcoming community-based learning environments.
Why Learn with Macquarie Community College
Macquarie Community College has supported adult learning across Sydney for more than 75 years. As one of Sydney’s leading community colleges, we provide affordable, inclusive and practical learning opportunities for adults of all backgrounds and experience levels.
Animal Care
Discover animal care short courses in Sydney for adults who love animals and want to learn practical skills in supportive community learning environments.
Many MCC animal care short courses are suitable for beginners with no previous experience required. Develop practical animal care knowledge while learning from experienced tutors in supportive adult learning environments.
Animal care courses offer adults the opportunity to build practical knowledge, improve confidence around animals and explore meaningful new interests in relaxed community learning settings.
Whether you are passionate about pets, considering future study or simply looking for a rewarding hobby, our short courses make learning accessible and enjoyable.
Arts & Craft
Learn creative skills, explore new hobbies and express yourself through Arts and Crafts classes in Sydney for adults. Macquarie Community College offers hands-on short courses in drawing, painting, calligraphy, crochet, dressmaking, jewellery and more.
Our courses are ideal for beginners, creative hobbyists, retirees, aspiring artists and adults looking to relax, learn new skills and connect with like-minded people. Learn at your own pace in a supportive adult learning environment with guidance from experienced tutors.
Classes are available at selected Sydney venues and online via Zoom, with flexible evening and weekend options available.
Beauty, Health & Wellbeing
Support your wellbeing, build confidence and explore new interests through flexible short courses for adults in Sydney. Macquarie Community College offers beginner-friendly learning opportunities designed to help adults prioritise self-care, personal growth and healthier lifestyles in supportive community learning environments.
Whether you are looking to slow down, try something new or make more time for yourself, our flexible short courses make lifelong learning accessible and enjoyable.
Classes are available at selected Sydney venues and online via Zoom, with flexible evening and weekend options available.
Business & Digital Skills
Computers for Seniors
Build confidence using technology through beginner-friendly computer courses designed for seniors in Sydney. Our trainer offers supportive short courses that help learners develop practical digital skills for everyday life in an increasingly connected world.
Whether you want to use smartphones, computers, email, online services or digital tools more confidently, our flexible short courses provide patient, supportive learning environments with no prior experience required.
Classes are available at selected Sydney venues with flexible daytime learning options available.
Creative Writing
Develop your creative voice and explore the art of storytelling through creative writing courses for adults in Sydney. Macquarie Community College offers supportive short courses designed to help beginners and experienced writers build confidence, express ideas and enjoy the creative writing process.
Whether you want to write for personal enjoyment, improve your storytelling skills or reconnect with your creativity, our flexible short courses provide welcoming adult learning environments where ideas can grow.
Classes are available at selected Sydney venues and online via Zoom, with flexible evening and weekend options available.
Design & DIY
Fashion & Sewing
Explore fashion and sewing courses designed for beginners, creative learners and anyone wanting to build practical handmade skills. Macquarie Community College offers welcoming short courses in dressmaking, sewing, pattern fitting, fashion styling, embroidery, quilting and textile creativity.
Whether you want to learn sewing techniques, create clothing that fits better, explore personal style or enjoy mindful creative hobbies, our hands-on courses provide supportive learning environments focused on creativity, confidence and self-expression.
Classes are available at selected Sydney venues, with beginner-friendly options for all experience levels.
Flower Arrangement
Do you stop to admire flowers in bloom? Beautiful floral arrangements brighten a room, lift your mood and bring joy to everyday life. Imagine being able to create your own stunning arrangements using seasonal flowers and creative styling techniques.
Explore flower arranging as a relaxing and rewarding creative hobby in our beginner-friendly floral design courses. Learn practical flower styling techniques while creating beautiful arrangements inspired by colour, texture and seasonal blooms.
Macquarie Community College offers welcoming floral workshops where participants can enjoy hands-on creativity, social learning and mindful time away from busy routines.
Classes are available at selected Sydney venues, with flowers and materials included in many workshops.
Food & Beverage
Enjoy hands-on cooking short courses in Sydney designed for adults looking to explore new flavours and learn practical skills in relaxed community learning environments. Macquarie Community College offers beginner-friendly courses that encourage creativity, connection and enjoyment through food and shared experiences.
Whether you want to improve your cooking skills, try something new or enjoy a social and rewarding hobby, our flexible short courses make lifelong learning accessible and enjoyable.
Classes are available at selected Sydney venues, with flexible evening and weekend options available.
Languages & Communication
Music & Dance
Express yourself through music and dance classes designed for adults of all experience levels in Sydney. Macquarie Community College offers beginner-friendly short courses that encourage creativity, confidence and enjoyment in supportive community learning environments.
Whether you want to try something new, reconnect with a creative passion or simply enjoy learning in a relaxed and social setting, our flexible short courses make lifelong learning accessible and inspiring.
Classes are available at selected Sydney venues, with flexible evening and weekend options available.
Photography
Sports & Fitness
Stay active, build health habits and support your wellbeing through sports and fitness classes designed for adults in Sydney. Macquarie Community College offers beginner-friendly short courses that encourage healthy lifestyles, movement and enjoyable learning experiences in supportive community environments.
Whether you want to improve fitness, try tai chi or yoga or leanr something new to stay motivated through social and active learning, our flexible short courses make lifelong learning accessible and rewarding.
Classes are available at selected Sydney venues, with flexible daytime, evening and weekend options.
