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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.

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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. Travel writing workshop
    Two people in a boat in a beautiful blue lake surrounded by mountains
    Course start date:  Mon 23 Jun 2025

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Susan Grossman
    Make travelling pay. Learn how to get a commission, finance a trip and put your adventures into words, led by practical exercises and expert industry guidance.
    Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £75.00
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  2. Tap intensive (beginners)
    Course start date:  Tue 15 Jul 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Benjamin Bailey

    If you are new to tap then this is the place to start. An intensive course suitable for students of all ages with good general fitness. Tap shoes are essential.

    Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00
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  3. Sketchup Pro: fast track
    Interior Living Modern Style White and Wooden Modern Kitchen With Wooden Island With Wooden Details and Panoramic Window 3d Rendering 3d Illustration
    Course start date:  Mon 21 Jul 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Nicholas Williamson
    Learn to visualise and model interior spaces and 3D forms on this fast track course. Skills in this user friendly and affordable software is invaluable for Interior designers, Garden designers and Set designers who wish to improve their presentations. The software works on both PC or Mac.
    Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £223.00 Concession £181.00
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  4. Spanish beginners: revision
    Course start date:  Mon 15 Sep 2025 (and 3 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Analía Tolone

    Revise and consolidate your speaking and listening skills, as well as your grammar. Suitable if you have completed 'Spanish 1: module 3' or have an equivalent knowledge of the language (one year's study).

    Please see the How will I be taught? section below for details on your chosen course's format and mode of delivery.

    Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £95.00 Concession £77.00
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  5. Basketry: weaving in willow
    Basketry: weaving in willow
    Course start date:  Mon 8 Sep 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Christiane Gunzi
    Explore basic willow basketry structures and weaves. This course will guide beginners through a simple project to make a small, round, functional basket.
    Full fee £369.00 Senior fee £295.00 Concession £240.00
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