Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

A taster course in bookbinding

Dip your fingers into bookbinding at this one-day taster session. Come and learn a little about the history, materials and craft of bookbinding. Make a simple binding and discover what else City Lit offers. Basic materials included.

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Key course information

Dates
06/05/12

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
1 week

Time
10:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £57^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VD240

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course has finished

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Course outline

What is the course about?

The course is a taster session on the creative craft of hand bookbinding. It is ideal for anyone who would like to know more about this area and/or who might be thinking of enrolling on one of the longer courses at City Lit.

What topics will we cover?

We will look at historical and contemporary bookbinding. You will be introduced to materials and equipment and make a simple bookbinding.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

• Make a simple bookbinding
• Understand/know a little more about the techniques, history and materials of hand bookbinding.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

The course is for those with little or no experience or knowledge of hand bookbinding.

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

By group demonstration, discussion, visual aids, practical tasks and individual assistance.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

There will be a small charge (£2.50) for materials used during the day, please bring the money with you to the class. A pencil, notebook and eraser are also recommended.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

The tutor will give you information about other bookbinding and related courses at City Lit at the end of the session.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 9.00 -12.00 & 15:00-18:00

Thursdays - 9.00-12.00

Saturdays - 14.00-17.00

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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