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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. English and Maths for deaf people: Managing your personal finances (Level 1)
    Course start date:  Tue 14 Apr 2026

    Location on this date:  Online

    Learning how to handle money is very important in life. It doesn't matter how old you are - it's always a good time to get better at it. During this course you will explore different ways of managing your money so you can reach your goals, deal with unexpected stuff, and feel good about having enough money. We'll make it fun and interesting to learn about money. By the end, you'll understand why having a budget is important, how to keep track of what you spend, be ready for bills, and even plan for big things like a holiday or buying a home.



    This course is free for learners who have not achieved a GCSE grade C (4) and higher in Maths. For more information Click here

    Full fee £0.00
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  2. Lipreading and managing hearing loss: improvers module 3
    Course start date:  Mon 20 Apr 2026 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Nicola Hicks
    Develop your lipreading skills and strategies for face-to-face communication and keep up-to-date with relevant equipment and services. This course is suitable if you have completed improvers module 1 and 2.







    This course will be taught in spoken English and not in sign language.
    Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £110.00 Concession £85.00
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  3. Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £80.00
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  4. Music history bookclub: Viva Violetta and Verdi
    Course start date:  Fri 24 Apr 2026

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Edward Breen
    The music history book club meets towards the end of each term to discuss novels and biographies with musical themes and references relevant to the music history programme.
    Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £19.00
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  5. Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £90.00 Concession £26.00
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  6. London photography: bridges in the city
    Course start date:  Thu 30 Apr 2026

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Michael Harding
    Explore london and capture the beauty of the capitals bridges that span the Thames. This off-site photographic course will have you down to the river with your camera, exploring the diverse architectural designs and structures of bridges on the Thames that connect London. Learn about their history whilst learning the secrets to successful architectural and location photography.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £129.00
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  7. Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00
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  8. Artists sketchbook walk
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sat 5 Jul 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Heidi Wigmore
    Take a sketchbook walk in Central London to observe, record and engage with the urban environment, both historic architecture, modern skylines, the river and parks. Quick sketching, supported by discussion and reflection along the way, will open up new ways of seeing and responding to your surroundings. Meet at City Lit main entrance.
    Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £79.00
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  9. Music history bookclub: Charles Jessold, Considered as a Murderer
    Course start date:  Fri 17 Jul 2026

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Edward Breen
    The music history book club meets towards the end of each term to discuss novels and biographies with musical themes and references relevant to the music history programme.
    Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £19.00
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  10. Sketching at the National Gallery
    Course start date:  Thu 23 Jul 2026

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Diane Martin
    Explore the pleasure and challenge of sketchbooks: learn and improve your drawing skills and ‘ways of seeing’ and understanding by working from some of the iconic paintings in the National Gallery.
    Full fee £89.00 Senior fee £89.00 Concession £89.00
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  11. Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £249.00 Concession £162.00
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  12. Full fee £209.00 Senior fee £209.00 Concession £136.00
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  13. London in Writing
    Evening
    Course start date:  Tue 13 May 2025

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Kate Wilkinson
    Come and explore London in writing! On this course we’ll study fiction and non-fiction texts about London. Contemporary perspectives on the city include two recent novels: Happiness by Aminatta Forna and Light Perpetual by Frances Spufford.
    Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £77.00
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  14. The Iliad reading group (in translation)
    Last Few Places
    Course start date:  Wed 14 May 2025

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Justin Murray
    Come and explore Homer's great epic tale in translation.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £84.00
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  15. Biblical Hebrew advanced
    Course start date:  Mon 19 May 2025

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Rachel Montagu

    In this advanced course, you will deepen your knowledge of Hebrew grammar and further develop your ability to translate from the Bible.

    Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £127.00 Concession £103.00
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