Courses in London & Online

The biggest choice of adult education short courses in London and online

Looking for courses? City Lit offers thousands of courses, guided walks, expert talks, and events—more than any other college in London. Whether you’re interested in a one-off talk, a short course over a few weeks, or a year-long programme, you’ll find flexible options to suit your schedule and goals.

We offer online courses as well in-person courses from our Covent Garden campus and we offers a variety of classes 7 days a weekin order to fit into your lifestyle whether you want to learn in the daytime, evenings, or on weekends.

Looking for an online course? Browse our online courses.

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Use our subject categories to find the right course for you. Narrow down your selection using the filters to find your course by level, location, start date, duration, and price.

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Languages

Over 30 languages

Writing

Become a published author

Visual Arts

Explore Art & Design

Skills for Life & Work

English & Maths

Learn from expert tutors

All our courses are taught by experts with professional industry experience. From published authors and academics to exhibited artists and performers.

Business & Marketing

Upgrade your digital skills

Humanities

Explore History, Culture, Science & More

Choose from thousands of courses

With our daytime, evening, and weekend courses, there's course that is convenient for you.

Centre for Deaf Education

BSL & Lipreading 

Wellbeing & Massage

Gain skills in wellbeing

Speech Therapy

Manage your stammer

Performing Arts

Drama, Dance & Music

City Lit is the UK’s leading adult education provider. Over 30 000 learners choose City Lit every year to learn something new. From mastering new languages and honing creative skills to advancing your career with professional development courses. Whatever your passion or goal, our diverse curriculum has the perfect course to inspire your next step.

Taught by experts and practising professionals

All our courses are led by expert tutors including published authors, academics, practising artists, and experienced professionals; and they look forward to sharing their valuable knowledge and experience with you.

Dive into an unparalleled range of online courses with City Lit, the UK’s leading adult education provider. From mastering new languages and honing creative skills to advancing your career with professional development courses. Whatever your passion or goal, our diverse curriculum has the perfect course to inspire your next step.

Courses in London & Online

Thousands of short courses in London and online as well as longer skills-based courses and qualifications available to book online now!

Whether you want to try something new, revive your passion, or take your skills to the next level; we have a huge range of courses for you to explore. Discover Languages, Art & Design, Drama, Music & Dance, Technology & Business, Writing, British Sign Language and much more!

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

Please use the filters on this page to search by subject, location/delivery mode, time of day, price and more to ensure you find the perfect course for you.

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  7. Create presentations and brochures using Canva
    Course start date:  Thu 27 Mar 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Yolanda De Los Bueis Unanua
    Learn the essentials of creating visually engaging presentations and brochures using Canva. Whether you’re a small business, a marketing officer, or simply interested in promoting a project, this course will equip you with the skills to design impactful graphics for show and distribution. Learn to navigate Canva’s user-friendly interface and create professional-quality content that stands out.
    Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £47.00 Concession £38.00
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  8. Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £47.00 Concession £38.00
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  9. Acting: plays to change the world
    Course start date:  Fri 4 Apr 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Laura Baggaley
    This one-day acting workshop will introduce you to scenes from dynamic modern plays that explore the challenges of our changing world. Discover how contemporary playwrights are tackling the most important themes of our time, including climate change, political turmoil and environmental crises.
    Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £63.00 Concession £55.00
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  10. An introduction to drawing and the art of mindfulness
    Course start date:  Fri 11 Apr 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Clare Barton-Harvey
    An introduction to drawing and mindfulness and how mindfulness can support greater confidence, creativity, and a sense of freedom when drawing. The workshop is suitable for beginners to mindful drawing including those with experience in one or other discipline.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
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  11. Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £139.00
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  12. Dance 60+
    Course start date:  Tue 29 Apr 2025 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Francis Angol
    Join our weekly dance and movement classes to improve mobility, posture, balance and coordination. Our aim is to inspire older men and women to get creative with dance and movement.
    Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £125.00
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  13. Welsh beginners: short introduction
    Course start date:  Fri 2 May 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Macsen Brown
    Learn to speak basic Welsh on these communicative classes, which emphasise the practical use of the language as well as giving you insights into Welsh culture.
    Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £64.00
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  14. Women in ancient Rome
    Course start date:  Fri 9 May 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  William Sterling
    Women's position in the Ancient Roman world was important as they played important roles in the home, in business, in religion and even in politics.
    Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £47.00 Concession £38.00
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  15. Identifying your Transferable Skills
    Course start date:  Fri 9 May 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Lila Veltze
    Recognising your transferable skills and natural talents, can help you discover your own unique place in the world of work, increase your employability and allow your career to flourish.
    Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £47.00 Concession £38.00
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