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

Intermediate/advanced bookbinding course

Ideal for intermediate or advanced learners who want to work on their own projects; be it fine binding, book conservation or alternative book structures. Learners interested in box making will be taught by demonstration.

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Key course information

Dates
17/04/12 - 26/06/12

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
10 weeks

Time
10:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £311
Senior fee: £212

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VD197

Availability
This date is full

No concessionary fees are available as the limit has been reached.

This course is full

Occasionally places may become available. You can add yourself to the waiting list.

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Course outline

What is the course about?

This is a course designed to allow you to work on your own projects. If you are interested in box making, you will be taught various box structures.

What topics will we cover?

Your own projects, such as: modern conservation binding structures, contemporary fine binding in leather, book conservation, box making and alternative book structures.

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

• Select and use appropriate materials
• Bind books using conservation grade materials and adhesives
• Work confidently and independently on your own projects
• Assess your own work.

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

This course Is for intermediate and advanced levels. It is not suitable for beginners.

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?

Demonstration, group and individual tuition. You may wish to practise and experiment at home.

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

You will have to bring your own small hand tools, and you will have to pay for certain materials that you use; some are available for purchase in the class. You may occasionally have to get, for example, leather or specific paper or tools and you will be given advice on this.

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?

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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