The Rural Higher Education Project (R-HEP) provides open access to education in rural areas and supports individuals in their pursuit of learning.

Throughout July, August and September 2002 we are offering you the chance to 'Stretch Your Mind'.

'Stretch Your Mind' is a short, practical, hands on course running in Pateley Bridge and Leyburn. See Courses for details.

This is a special initiative, led by York St John College, bringing a 'taste' of Higher Education into rural areas during 2002 and providing a stepping stone to further study.

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Research, Enquiry and Reflection
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Courses are free. Qualifications or previous experience are not required.

Courses are offered through a combination of distance learning methods: world wide web, e-mail, text books, paper, pen, post and some classes close to home. Students are supported by local Learning Champions.

The project runs during 2002 is based in the North Yorkshire Districts of Wensleydale, Nidderdale, Swaledale and the eastern area of Wharfedale - see Project Map.

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Stretch Your Mind - short course from 8th July 2002

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