Sharing knowledge sits at the heart of the mission of the Université Paris Sciences & Lettres (PSL). The Evening Courses are fully aligned with this ethos: delivering high‑quality education built on time‑tested pedagogy and a
flexible format designed to be open to everyone.
Evening classes run every two months and are available in person in Paris on the campus de PSL in the 5th arrondissement, with live online access and a 14-day replay window.
Enrollment is now open for the September 2026 term. Explore the 10 programs on offer.
Fashion from every angle - School of Decorative Arts - PSL
Step into the heart of the history of clothing, from the Middle Ages to today, and uncover the aesthetic, cultural, and economic dimensions of a world that is far less frivolous than it seems. Thursdays, 6:30–8:00 p.m. – Start of term: 01/10/26
Read the architects - Paris-Malaquais School of Architecture - PSL
Architects design concepts and bring them to life, but they also write. Explore the foundational texts of the masters of modern architecture. Wednesdays, 6:30–8:00 PM — Season starts: 30/09/26
20th-Century Architecture - Paris-Malaquais School of Architecture - PSL
The XXe century is the era of social and technological upheavals, and architecture sits at the heart of this pivotal turning point. Meet the era’s defining figures: Le Corbusier, Wright, Kahn, and more. Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:00 pm - Start: 24/09/26
The architectural heritage - Paris-Malaquais School of Architecture - PSL
Notre-Dame de Paris, the Arenas of Nîmes: who decides what counts as heritage? 13 sessions to understand how the concept of architectural heritage has been built and why it sparks debates and challenges to it. Thursdays from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM – Season opener: 24/09/26
The History of Animated Film - École des Arts Décoratifs – PSL
Animation cinema, by definition, is an art in perpetual motion! Through numerous examples, discover its history, its links with other arts, the different genres, and the impact of technological progress on the creative process. Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - Start date: 30/09/26
The New Wave, cinema unbound - PSL University
By the end of the 1950s, a breeze of freedom swept through French cinema. With Charlotte Garson of the Cahiers du Cinéma, dive into the heart of the Nouvelle Vague, with its masterpieces and its iconic names: Godard, Truffaut, Varda, and more. Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:00 PM – Season premiere: 22/09/26
The big questions in astronomy - Observatoire de Paris - PSL
Why does the Earth turn? What is a black hole? Embark on a captivating journey through the history of astronomy, its fundamentals, and the latest discoveries. Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. – Start: 24/09/26
Chemistry in Our Daily Lives - Chimie ParisTech - PSL
From radiography to cosmetics, via green energy, chemistry is everywhere! Explore chemical formulas and their everyday applications, guided by a team of teaching-researchers. Tuesday at 6 p.m. – Start: 29/09/26
A history of AI (1940–2026) - PSL University
Take a close look at the history of artificial intelligence, its dynamics and turning points, the fields of application, and the policy choices that have shaped its development. An essential course for understanding the issues now and in the future. Le mardi de 18h30 à 20h – Rentrée : 29/09/26
From the Ottoman Empire to Modern Turkey - École Pratique des Hautes Études – PSL
Embark on a historic journey through this region of the world, a crossroads of cultural, ethnic, and linguistic encounters. Between continuities and ruptures from empire to nation-states, you’ll unravel why its heritage remains central today. Thursdays from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM – Season start: 01/10/26
For any further information, please feel free to contact us directly at coursdusoir@psl.eu
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Dates and Opening Time
Starts September 22, 2026
Location
PSL Paris- 5th arrondissement
3 Rue Amyot
75005 Paris 5
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