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City Lit is a leading provider of adult education in London and all over the UK. It's the perfect place to learn something new, gain new skills, and build your confidence. 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.

 

 

 

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  1. Generative AI: a short introduction
    Hands working at a laptop. Graphic rendering of icons representing education and AI floating in mid air
    Evening
    Course start date:  Fri 9 May 2025 (and 7 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Kate Scott
    This is a short introduction to Generative AI for non-technical beginners who want to find out what all the fuss is about over ChatGPT, DALL-E and Stable Diffusion.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
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  2. Introduction to Python
    Programming Language Python Conceptual Banner Education Coding Computer Language Python Technology of Software Develop Writing Code Learning Artificial Intelligence Ai Computer Neural Networks
    Evening
    Course start date:  Mon 2 Jun 2025 (and 9 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Muhammad Khan
    Want to learn more about how computers work and what computer programmers do? Get started using Python, the most popular and easy-to-use programming language in the world.
    Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £162.00
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  3. Excel: analysing data (stage 1)
    An excel class at City Lit. The tutor sits at a computer facing the the camera. An Excel table is projects on the whiteboard in front of the class
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sun 1 Jun 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Nick Brown
    Develop essential skills to tackle complex data sets & create conclusions and recommendations for non-data minded stakeholders in your organisation. Focus on pivot tables, formatting and perfecting your commentary skills. Some familiarity with using Excel is required.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
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    87% of 100
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  4. Designing websites for visual artists with WordPress: stage 1
    Website Software Development Concept Web Design Site And Mobile App On Laptop Testing On Phone Code On Screen Laptop Loading On Smartphone From Cloud Storage Computer Software Technology Banner
    Course start date:  Thu 5 Jun 2025

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Gal Sapir
    If creating a website to showcase your work seems daunting, this gently-paced course is for you. Enjoy creating an effective online presence using WordPress, the accessible and popular website and blogging software.
    Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £183.00 Concession £149.00
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  5. Create a Marketing Strategy with AI
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sat 14 Jun 2025

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Kate Scott
    Create a marketing strategy with AI tools. This short course will help you build a marketing campaign for your business.
    Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £162.00
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  6. Introduction to artificial intelligence
    Data Analysis Science And Big Data With Ai Technology Analyst Or Scientist Uses A Computer And Dashboard For Analysis Of Information On Complex Data Sets On Computer Insights Development Engineer Stock Photo
    Evening
    Course start date:  Wed 14 May 2025 (and 4 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Kathryn Coldham
    Stephen Hawking and Elon Musk say it's humanity's biggest threat, but you use it every day. Learn what artificial intelligence is, what it will become, and how it works.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
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  7. AI in Business: Exploring Concepts and Real-World Applications
    Digital image representing the applications of AI
    Evening
    Course start date:  Mon 16 Jun 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Vina Theodorakopoulou
    Unlock the potential of AI in business! Join our 6-hour interactive course to demystify artificial intelligence, explore real-world applications and stay ahead in the evolving landscape.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
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  8. Introduction to Computer Vision
    Robot head with nodes, artificial intelligence and machine learning concept
    Evening
    Course start date:  Mon 16 Jun 2025

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Muhammad Khan
    Computer vision is transforming visual data interpretation. This course builds on your Python skills, teaching you to use tools like OpenCV to analyze images and videos. Hands-on projects will develop your ability to create and optimize computer vision applications.
    Full fee £289.00 Senior fee £231.00 Concession £188.00
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  9. Generative AI tools for programming
    3d Render Cyber Digital World Android Robot Hand With Hologram AI Chip
    Course start date:  Fri 27 Jun 2025

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Muhammad Khan
    Generative AI is transforming programming. This course builds on your Python skills, teaching you to leverage AI tools like ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot to generate, debug, and optimize code. Hands-on projects will enhance your coding efficiency and creativity.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
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  10. Generative AI strategy and governance
    Businesswoman doing AI presentation
    Course start date:  Fri 27 Jun 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Vina Theodorakopoulou
    The Generative AI Strategy and Governance course will explore the strategic and ethical implications of generative AI adoption, focusing on responsible governance and effective strategies.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £129.00
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  11. Cyber security essentials: a short introduction
    Businessman Computer Or Programming Code In Night Office For Software Development Cybersecurity Or Database Safety Asian Programmer Developer Or Engineer On Technology For Web 30 Coding In Dark
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sat 28 Jun 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Sathish Boini
    Learn how to protect your personal or business data from cyber security attacks in this short course. You will learn how to deploy basic technical controls into your personal or organisation data information systems to ensure that basic technical security measures are in place.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
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