U3A Merri-bek
Learning Together for Pleasure
U3A stands for University of the Third Age. A U3A is a university in the original sense of the word: a community of people devoted to learning. We are a volunteer co-operative of older people who share many educational, creative and leisure activities. Although it is called a "university", being in your Third Age is the only qualification needed to participate in our U3A.
Courses & Activities
We offer a range of courses and activities.
Courses and activities are of varying lengths and are held in venues throughout our area. Prospective tutors for new classes are always welcome, too. Learn more about our classes, or find out how to enrol.
Memberships
Join or renew your membership
Membership entitles you to enrol in as many courses as you like*. We offer full or associate memberships, as well as options allowing members to take courses at other U3A's. Find out how to join (*subject to any enrolment period restrictions)
What's happening?
Discover what's been happening recently at our U3A and find out what's coming up.
Contact Us
We'd love to hear from you! Have skill or expertise you'd like to share? Why not think about become a Tutor or office volunteer?
Term Dates
| Term | Start | End |
| 1 | 02 February 2026 | 02 April 2026 |
| 2 | 20 April 2026 | 26 June 2026 |
| 3 | 13 July 2026 | 18 September 2026 |
| 4 | 5 October 2026 | 04 December 2026 |
\We are a member of: | Supported By: | ||
| U3A Network Victoria | Merri-bek City Council | Victorian State Government |
Acknowledgement of Country
U3A Merri-bek acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional custodians of the lands and waterways in the area now known as Merri-bek, and pays respect to their Elders past, present, and emerging, as well as to all First Nations’ communities who significantly contribute to the life of the area.