Explain what learners will do
Give a clear outline of the topics and activities. Practical outcomes are more useful than a broad promise to become an expert after a short course.
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.courses domain names
Help learners choose their next step.
A .courses domain makes a learning catalogue the focus of the address. It can suit online lessons or in-person workshops, with enough detail for learners to compare content, prerequisites and the commitment involved.
£35.95 /yr + VAT · £43.14 including VAT
One-year renewal: £35.95 + VAT (£43.14 including VAT). Compare registration terms ↓
Who can register?
Standard registrations are subject to registry policies; reserved and premium names are treated separately. Our search accepts 2–63 ASCII letters, numbers or hyphens before .courses, starting and ending with a letter or number. Registry guidance (opens in a new tab)↗
Choose with confidence
Is .courses right for your idea?
Show the commitment before enrolment
State dates or access duration, expected study time, prerequisites and what the price includes. Explain whether teaching is live, self-paced or in person.
Distinguish attendance from a qualification
Be precise about certificates and assessment. If an external body recognises the course, explain that relationship rather than implying all training has the same status.
Know what you’ll pay
.courses registration and renewal prices
Choose your registration term at order review. Prices below are the total upfront cost for a standard domain, not a monthly payment.
Annual renewal: £35.95 + VAT
£43.14 including VAT at today’s price.
Longer renewal terms may differ from registration offers. Review the renewal price before paying. Premium names are excluded from standard prices.
| Term | Total + VAT | Including VAT |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year | £35.95 | £43.14 |
| 2 years | £71.90 | £86.28 |
| 3 years | £107.85 | £129.42 |
| 5 years | £179.75 | £215.70 |
| 10 years | £359.50 | £431.40 |
VAT shown at 20%. Prices checked 7 September 2026. Your order confirms the final price and availability.
About this extension
The story behind .courses
- Domain family
- Generic top-level domain
- Registry operator
- Registry Services, LLC
- Introduced
- 19 February 2015
IANA identifies Registry Services, LLC as the sponsoring organisation for .courses. IANA: .courses (opens in a new tab)
Where .courses fits in the domain system
The IANA record for .courses dates from 2015-02-19. This is the registry-record date, not a claim about the first day of public registration. The ending adds a descriptive choice for course providers, tutors and workshop organisers.
Background checked 7 September 2026 against the sources linked above.
More than an address
Start using your name your way.
Make a simple first page
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DNS help →A little more detail
Questions about .courses domains
Does .courses include a learning platform?
No. The registration supplies your domain address. Lessons, learner accounts and payments require a suitable website or course platform connected to it.
Which .courses registration periods can I choose?
Standard .courses registrations are available for 1, 2, 3, 5 and 10 years. Displayed term prices are full upfront charges. Confirm your term and renewal price at order review.
Can I connect a .courses domain to an existing website?
Yes, if the website service supports a custom domain. Follow that service’s DNS instructions. Domain registration and any paid website service are separate.
What happens after I find a domain?
Add one or more available names to your basket, then continue to registration. Enter the owner details and review the registration term and total before payment. Availability is provisional until the registrar confirms registration.
Will UKC charge me automatically at renewal?
No. UKC sends renewal reminders and an invoice. You need to pay the invoice to renew; UKC does not automatically charge you. Keep your contact details current so you receive reminders.
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