In this course, we will look at the history and evolution of u3a's and similar organisations in the UK, beginning with a seminar and moving to discussion. We will try to understand how and why different u3a's have evolved to their current state. If time permits, we may consider what possibilities there may be for the future. Any history of U3a's in the UK would be incomplete without including an international dimension. However, for this course, we will focus on u3a's and similar organisations in the UK. We will look at the international picture only where it has affected UK u3a's. ‘Our history’ on our U3AC website would be useful initial background reading.