UCLAxOPEN
UCLAxOPEN
Complimentary Courses & Seminars
In an ongoing effort to eliminate barriers to education and strengthen our global community’s connection to UCLA, we are proud to offer UCLAxOpen.
UCLAxOpen is your gateway to free personal enrichment and professional development through UCLA Extension.
Our complimentary online courses and seminars are thoughtfully designed to offer you timely and relevant lifelong learning opportunities.
Deathcare: End of Life Care, Compassion, and Holistic Support
What Photography Remembers
The Working Photographer: Professional Practices & Business Essentials
LA28: Is the City of Angels Ready for the World Stage?
With the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games on the horizon, Los Angeles is racing to deliver a world-class experience. From massive transportation upgrades and venue…
Designing Your Next Chapter: Making the Leap into UX Design
From Artist to Educator
TV Development Now: Turning Industry Disruption into Opportunity
In today’s shifting entertainment landscape, there's real opportunity for independent creators. This one - day class offers a practical look at how to…
Looking Forward from the 2026 Elections
The Art Legacies of Helen Clay Frick and Electra Webb
The Business of Fandom
Explore how fandom drives identity, loyalty, and economic value – and how brands, creators, and platforms can design and grow fan-powered ecosystems…
Building Your Own Custom GPT & Simple Automations
Driving Value through Agile Principles and Mindset
Showrunners and Show Writers
Introduction to Being a Showrunner
Résumé Writing Basics
Simple Steps to Improve Your Writing
Learn to master the writing process to develop stronger written communication in any context of your life.
Writing Occasional Poems
Learn to write poems for specific occasions in this class offering an overview to new and continuing writers.
Introduction to Picture Books
Learn how to start writing picture books in this basic workshop for absolute beginners.
Applications for M.F.A. in Creative Writing Programs
Get an overview of how M.F.A. programs are structured, what opportunities they can offer you, and how to ensure your needs are met.