Courses in London & Online

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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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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 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.

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.


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.

 

 

 

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.

If you can't decide which subject to study, why not try some of our short taster courses?

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  1. Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £47.00 Concession £38.00
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  2. Create presentations and brochures using Canva
    Course start date:  Wed 2 Apr 2025 (and 2 other dates)

    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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  3. Try it out: garden design
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sat 12 Apr 2025 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Alison Worster
    Get a taste of how you can improve your outside spaces. In this online workshop you will learn how to assess an outside space and complete a short exercise in garden design planning. A great preparation for our range of beginners garden design courses.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00
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  4. Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £99.00
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  5. Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00
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  6. Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £97.00
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  7. Full fee £109.00 Senior fee £109.00 Concession £71.00
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  8. Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £40.00
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  9. Charleston: general level
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sat 14 Jun 2025 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Rosaria Sativa
    The Charleston is a fun, easy and uplifting dance and this solo dancing course will have you moving with speed, vitality, and expression. With toe tapping Jazz music from the 1920s and beyond you will learn original Charleston dance steps and moves, improve your musicality and improvisation. A great way to get fit whilst learning a unique and impressive new skill.
    Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £69.00
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  10. Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £99.00
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  11. Taste of Japan
    Evening
    Course start date:  Tue 15 Jul 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Chikako Nakagawa
    From street food to monks' food, come and explore the richness of regional Japanese cuisine across the seasons in this exciting workshop.
    Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £69.00 Concession £69.00
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  12. Singing for absolute beginners
    Evening
    Course start date:  Tue 22 Jul 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Katherine Strohmaier
    Start your journey as a singer this summer with this short, enjoyable course. Take your first important steps towards a healthy vocal technique and confidence in your singing.
    Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £69.00 Concession £48.00
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  13. Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £47.00 Concession £38.00
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