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

Looking for a course? City Lit has you covered. We have lots of courses, guided walks, expert talks, and events — more than any other college in London.

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. Painting for beginners
    Watercolour painting technique for beginners
    Evening
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    Course start date:  Mon 8 Sep 2025 (and 5 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Amanda Bracken

    Through simple exercises you will explore basic methods of painting in acrylic from still-life, mixing and matching the colours and textures observed. Learn how to set up your workspace and begin to enjoy painting in a studio environment, using a variety of brushes and tools.

    Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £127.00 Concession £103.00
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  2. Video blogging with YouTube: introduction
    Food Vlogger Recording Live Streaming
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    Course start date:  Sun 2 Nov 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Yolanda De Los Bueis Unanua
    Learn how to create a video blog (vlog) in your own YouTube channel. Use YouTube full capabilities as social network, video editor and publisher. Edit and enhance your videos with effects and music using open-source software Shotcut. Share and connect your channel with other channels and social networks.
    Full fee £189.00 Senior fee £151.00 Concession £123.00
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  3. Photography studio lighting
    A woman holding a camera at her face
    Course start date:  Tue 2 Dec 2025 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Michael Harding
    Learn about photographic studio practice and lighting. An introduction to using studio flash, 'hot' (tungsten) and ‘cold’ (fluorescent & LED) lights to enhance your portrait and still life photography.
    Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £116.00
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