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All our courses here at City Lit are taught by expert tutors such as published authors, academics, practising artists, and experienced professionals. Our friendly, supportive, and inspiring tutors are here to boost your confidence and motivate you at every step. We always ensure that your journey with us is enjoyable, positive, and thought-provoking.
We offer online courses and in-person courses. Our interactive online courses are taught live and in small groups. Read our guide to online learning for more information. In-person courses are delivered at our modern college campus in London near Covent Garden.
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If you can't decide which subject to study, why not try some of our short taster courses?
- Piano advanced performance workshopCourse start date: Thu 5 Dec 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Maria RazumovskayaThe advanced performance workshop is for pianists playing at Grade 8 standard and above, comprising two three-hour sessions. This insightful class will address issues of interpretation and style as well as dealing with aspects of technique and performance practice.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £99.00 - Gentle Yoga - continuationCourse start date: Thu 5 Dec 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Madlyn Ray-JonesStretch, relax and feel good! This course is suitable for those who wish to enjoy the benefits of yoga at a gentle pace. Alternatives are offered if a student finds any particular postures (asanas) uncomfortable.Full fee £49.00 Senior fee £49.00 Concession £49.00 - Film studies taster
Course start date: Sun 8 Dec 2024 (and 4 other dates)Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Jon WisbeyThis taster of forthcoming film courses at City Lit in 2025 offers you the chance to think about which ones to take while also providing an opportunity to explore some of the key areas in film studies more generally.
Learn how to evaluate and discuss films while enjoying a working example of a City Lit film studies class.
We will view clips from a wide variety of films, exploring themes and technique in British, European and modern American cinema. There will be a chance to review term two film courses at City Lit (January - July 2025).
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £10.00 - French 3 upper: taster Course start date: Tue 10 Dec 2024 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Yolande Mallet De ChaunyCome and discover what an upper intermediate French class feels like.
This course is suitable if you have studied French for 4-5 years recently or have done an A-level some time ago.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £10.00 - Christmas carols sing-alongCourse start date: Thu 12 Dec 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Siobhan BlakeTransport yourself into a joyous frame of mind and festive spirit as you sing through some of the most beautiful settings of medieval carols. Explore harmonic textures, musical interpretations, get technical tips for tricky corners and enjoy singing these wonderful pieces with others!Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £29.00 - German for opera lovers (intermediate and advanced) x mas specialCourse start date: Thu 12 Dec 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Katja ParmarCome to this one off German for German opera lovers x mas special in the heart of London.Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £23.00 Concession £19.00 - German upper intermediate/ advanced WeihnachtsausgabeCourse start date: Thu 12 Dec 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Tatjana PisarskiCome to this one off German upper intermediate/ advanced x mas special in the heart of London.Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £23.00 Concession £19.00 - Great musical eras: Paris in the 1920s Course start date: Thu 12 Dec 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Karen Betley, Pauline GreeneCome and discover the music of an explosive period of artistic expression which followed the horrors of the First World War.Full fee £49.00 Senior fee £49.00 Concession £34.00 - Whispering ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response)Course start date: Thu 12 Dec 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Kate MontagueA one-off workshop on this worldwide phenomenon, delivered in the college. How can the impact of what we hear and feel enhance our connection to our voices? Through body-mind connection and the use of vocal sounds, gestures, rhythms and touch, you can not only reset your nervous systems, and better manage stress, but also find a deeper connection to your voice.Full fee £39.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £39.00 - Return to German (intermediate)Course start date: Wed 8 Jan 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Anna RiolandThis course is suitable if you are studying 2 upper or 3 lower courses at City Lit or have done GCSE, O Level or A level German some time ago and/ or would like to revive your intermediate German.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £29.00 - Carving in wood or stone Course start date: Thu 9 Jan 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Belinda EdwardsGet inspired by trying carving techniques in wood or stone and create your own small carving. Suitable for anyone from beginners to experienced carvers. This course will explore the characteristics of wood and stone, lead you through the steps of design and carving, encourage you to explore and develop your ideas, and try more experimental techniques.Full fee £529.00 Senior fee £423.00 Concession £344.00 - Piano workshop 7 Course start date: Thu 9 Jan 2025 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Petros MoschosIf you play piano at around grade 7 standard, join one of these lively workshops to develop your playing by studying a wide range of piano repertoire, with a focus on technique, tone production, pedalling and performance skills.Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £181.00 - A history of colour in European art Course start date: Thu 9 Jan 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Andreas PetzoldColour is one of the most pervasive elements in art but one that is rarely the subject of art historical discussion. We explore the part colour played in artistic developments, technical skill and material, as well as colour theory.Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £135.00 Concession £110.00 - Jewellery: stone setting II Course start date: Thu 9 Jan 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Rae DuncanAlready mastered the basics of mount-making and stone-setting but want to improve further? Develop your skills exploring the intricacies of claw and collet settings with the guidance of an experienced tutor. - Contemporary painting studio Course start date: Thu 9 Jan 2025 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Lucinda OestreicherDevelop your own ideas in painting with reference to the work of contemporary artists and experimental processes on this higher level course. Ideal for students who have completed Painting 2 or Painting 3 or equivalent painting courses.Full fee £959.00 Senior fee £767.00 Concession £623.00
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