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Whether you’re interested in a one-off talk or taster class, a short course over a few weeks, or a year-long programme. You'll find a course to suit your schedule and goals.

We offer online courses as well as hybrid and blended learning, and in-person courses in London.

 

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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. Excel: analysing your spreadsheet with pivot tables
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 24 Jul 2025

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

    Tutors:  Aurica Jalba
    Learn how to create and edit pivot tables to analyse large lists of data with multiple views and calculated fields using drag and drop. You should have a good understanding of Excel.
    Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £47.00 Concession £38.00
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  2. HTML5 & CSS: introduction (stage 1)
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sun 27 Jul 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Voula Papadopoulos
    HTML is the foundation language of web sites and web based apps. It's easy to learn and can help you to begin a career in tech, update web sites and content management systems, have a better understanding of UX/UI, gain skills for SEO and digital marketing, collaborate more effectively with developers and much more!
    Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £162.00
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  3. Full fee £299.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £194.00
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  4. Create and promote your brand using Canva
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sat 2 Aug 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Byron Johnson-Brown
    In this 6-hour workshop, master Canva to create and promote a standout brand identity. Perfect for entrepreneurs, small business owners, or personal branding, you’ll learn to design impactful marketing materials and social media content for platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
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  5. Walking Westminster's Political History
    Course start date:  Tue 9 Sep 2025

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Richard Watkins
    A course of walking tours in areas of Westminster to show aspects of the nation’s political development since the late 1600s Restoration era. Bringing out the drama of the epic events and charismatic characters which have influenced that development and how London has evolved in those areas we focus on.



    First meeting place: Outside Westminster tube, Bridge Street.
    Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £127.00 Concession £103.00
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  6. Discover North London through walks
    Last Few Places
    Course start date:  Mon 15 Sep 2025

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Diane Burstein

    Discover the history of North London via guided walks. Great views, green spaces , places of worship, almshouses, plaques to famous people ,some lesser known museums, lots of hidden history and a couple of famous football stadiums will all feature..

    Full fee £269.00 Senior fee £215.00 Concession £175.00
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  7. London at Leisure: Three Great Squares
    Last Few Places
    Course start date:  Tue 16 Sep 2025

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Eleanor Jackson
    Too often we rush around without looking, this course takes time to examine 3 of London’s most famous Squares in depth. A gentle walk allows us to explore these London landmarks at our leisure.
    Full fee £89.00 Senior fee £71.00 Concession £58.00
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  8. Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £116.00
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  9. Full fee £299.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £194.00
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  10. Full fee £299.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £194.00
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  11. Full fee £679.00 Senior fee £543.00 Concession £441.00
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  12. Full fee £299.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £194.00
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  13. Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £23.00 Concession £19.00
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  14. Finance Innovation: The Power of Blockchain and Financial Technology
    Evening
    Course start date:  Tue 30 Sep 2025

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

    Tutors:  Vina Theodorakopoulou
    Unlock the future of finance! Join our 6-hour course to explore blockchain technology, fintech and Insurtech. Understand core features, discover real-world applications and navigate regulatory challenges. By the end, you will confidently discuss the impact of innovation on financial services.
    Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £135.00 Concession £110.00
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  15. London Churches
    Course start date:  Wed 1 Oct 2025

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Emma Rose Barber

    Come and join us in an offsite class visiting churches in London that you might not know are there. On this course we visit less well-known churches, but which are rich in history, art and heritage. There are monuments, statues, paintings and plaques to look at. We will look at both the exteriors and interiors of these churches and get to know their architectural styles and treasures within.

    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
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