Lectures & workshops

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Upcoming events

U of T Engineering Lectures on Demand

Jun 15 - Aug 31, 2026

Go back to school this summer and explore the most compelling ideas shaping the future of engineering.

Location: Online

Presented by: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering

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Public History Lab: Hitler and Stalin Today by Professor Timothy Snyder

Jul 20 - Dec 18, 2026

Democracy is an attitude toward the future that demands a reckoning with the past.

Location: Online

Presented by: Faculty of Arts & Science

Our event programs

Embrace lifelong learning with U of T's range of resources, from provocative lectures to advanced degrees and certificates.

U of T Where You Are

This U of T lecture series brings the University to your community – cities around the world – to share fascinating research and ideas.

Stress-Free Degrees

A highlight of U of T’s annual Alumni Reunion! Enjoy engaging and thought-provoking lectures on interesting topics by leading U of T professors.

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Continuing education

Enhance your job readiness, secure professional designations, and expand your professional networks with Continuing Studies certificates and courses at U of T.

Later life learning

Innis College hosts these 10-week lecture series by Later Life Learning, a non-profit sponsoring university-level courses for retired individuals.

Coursera free courses

In collaboration with Coursera, U of T offers free massive open online courses on cool topics from Plant Bioinformatic Methods to a Self-Driving Cars Specialization.

edX free courses

In collaboration with edX, U of T offers free massive open online courses on cool topics from Leadership Skills Development to Quantum Machine Learning.