Courses are available for people who want to begin their family history research, or for those unsure about what to do next.

The introductory courses held by GSQ consist either of an introductory session followed by four weekly classes of approximately two hours each or an intensive program offered over one weekend.

Intermediate courses are available in three weekly classes of approximately two hours each and a one day program or an intensive program offered over one weekend.

Subjects covered at introductory level range from civil, census, parish and immigration records, whereas the intermediate courses cover wills and probate, using the internet to further your research and features of some family history computer programs. We also cover convicts, military research, writing your family's story, scrapbooking your family's story, copyright & privacy issues and much more.

Classes are restricted to no more than 20 people to ensure that there is sufficient time to assist class members with the assistance they require to become independent researchers. Guidance will be provided throughout the course to access the wide range of resources available within the GSQ Library.

Tea and coffee are provided, but attendees will need to bring their own lunch at the Sunday classes.

The cost of the course depends upon its length. Full notes are provided and advice and guidance is offered by the presenters. All classes will be held in the GSQ library at 38 Fisher Street, East Brisbane.

Watch this space for information about genealogy classes between July and December.

Other courses are held by U3A. For enquires on courses available contact University of the Third Age Brisbane on 3003 8888 or visitwww.uq.net.au/u3abrisbane.

Lectures and Seminars on aspects of genealogical research are held at different times in Council libraries, the State Library and State or National Archives.