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.
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- Create promotional materials using CanvaCourse start date: Fri 21 Feb 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Byron Johnson-BrownIn this 6-hour hands-on course, you’ll learn to create visually appealing promotional materials using Canva, a versatile and user-friendly graphic design tool. Whether you’re a small business owner, marketer, or simply interested in building your design skills, this course will guide you through the essentials of designing engaging content for various platforms. From posters to social media graphics and brochures, you’ll gain the confidence to create professional-quality materials that represent your brand effectively.Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £155.00 - Online marketing: a detailed introductionCourse start date: Sun 2 Mar 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Julian HoldenA popular course that provides an in-depth look at the tools and techniques you can use to market your business on the internet. Examine Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), web advertising with Google AdWords and social media marketing among other topics, along with the management tools needed to measure success.Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £155.00 - City Lit Pro: Adobe After Effects fast trackCourse start date: Fri 7 Mar 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Litza JanszCity Lit Pro courses are tailored for accelerated learning for busy people who need to learn key skills for the workplace. On this Adobe After Effects course, you will learn the essential tools and skills for using After Effects to transform your video projects. These include planning the project, organising and preparing the material, masking skills, key framing skills and working with layers.Full fee £449.00 Senior fee £359.00 Concession £292.00 - Drawing into paintingCourse start date: Sat 8 Mar 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Sisetta ZapponeGain an understanding of the creative journey from a drawing to finished painting. Explore the creative potential when drawing and painting activities are combined.Full fee £369.00 Senior fee £295.00 Concession £240.00 - Introduction to watercolour paintingCourse start date: Tue 4 Mar 2025 (and 4 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Adam HennesseyGain a grounding in the rich possibilities available when working with watercolour paint. Through a series of practical studies, you will investigate the potential of this versatile medium.Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £223.00 Concession £181.00 - Drawing for beginnersCourse start date: Sun 2 Mar 2025 (and 5 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Andrea VoiseyExplore traditional and less traditional methods of drawing simple objects. Using structured activities, you will be introduced to key concepts such as line, tone, composition and mark making. Ideal if you have little or no drawing experience; a great way to learn the basics or prepare for longer courses.Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £169.00 Concession £169.00 - Drawing: ink and wash techniquesCourse start date: Tue 18 Mar 2025 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Kim ScoullerThe immediacy and versatility of ink and wash is perfect for those sketching on location, for designers and for students interested in watercolour techniques. Take the opportunity to explore the basic techniques of this exciting process.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £129.00 - Life drawing after workCourse start date: Tue 18 Mar 2025 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Andrea VoiseyA fun, relaxed and shorter life drawing class better suited for people coming straight from work. You will be able to work from a variety of life models, in a range of materials and with a variety of poses. You will be working from the unclothed model, both male and female.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £149.00 - Pranayama and Somatic MeditationCourse start date: Fri 21 Mar 2025 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Irina BaillieMake your meditation more embodied. Explore this powerful approach to meditation practices anchored deep in the body and experience inner calmness and greater peace of mind.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £55.00 Concession £48.00 - Painting for beginnersCourse start date: Fri 21 Mar 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Begona Morea RoyExperience the joy of painting. Through simple exercises you will explore colour, painting techniques and the expressive qualities of painting using acrylic paints. The perfect way to start painting.Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £139.00 - Iyengar yoga: mixed levelCourse start date: Fri 21 Mar 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Irina BaillieLearn yoga postures focusing on alignment to achieve maximum benefit from your practice. Improve your posture, strength and flexibility, and practise relaxation techniques to help you release tension. This course is suitable for those who are new to Iyengar yoga and to those who want to learn more.Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £63.00 Concession £55.00 - Podcasting: introductionCourse start date: Sat 22 Feb 2025 (and 4 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Vina TheodorakopoulouDo you want to create your own podcast? This is your chance to develop your ideas into a podcast which you will produce in this course.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00 - Generative AI: a short introductionCourse start date: Sun 23 Mar 2025 (and 4 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Kate ScottThis is a short introduction to Generative AI for non-technical beginners who want to find out what all the fuss is about over ChatGPT, Gemini, and Firefly.Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00 - Yoga: beginnersCourse start date: Mon 24 Mar 2025 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Biljana CacicAre you new to yoga? This beginner's class offers a chance to improve your body and breath awareness, posture, strength and flexibility, and practise relaxation techniques to help you release tension.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £69.00 Concession £69.00 - Design your own gardenCourse start date: Fri 28 Mar 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Alison WorsterTransform your garden and learn design and plant selection techniques tailored to your space. On this course you will discover how to understand your site and explore practical design solutions and tips on choosing the right materials and plants for your garden.
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