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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. Fine art photography: focus on black and white
    Evening
    Course start date:  Fri 19 Sep 2025 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Sara Leigh Lewis
    Shape, form, pattern and texture take on added significance in black-and-white photography. Without colour to guide the eye, contrast, lighting, and composition take on even more importance. Discover these elements and the basic rules of black and white photography.
    Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £155.00
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  2. Writing an academic essay
    Two men sitting at laptops in a classroom
    Course start date:  Fri 2 May 2025 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  William Brady
    A crash course in essay writing – beginnings, middles and ends. Suitable for students on A level and access courses or undergraduates.
    Full fee £109.00 Senior fee £109.00 Concession £55.00
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