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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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  2. Afrocentric drumming
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sat 7 Jun 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Paul Chivers
    Explore your enthusiasm for drumming with African rhythms and their variations. Develop individual and group playing skills and learn how to apply a variety of percussive instruments to any musical style or setting.
    Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £99.00
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  3. Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £63.00 Concession £55.00
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  4. Jewellery: understanding rubies, sapphires and emeralds
    Last Few Places, Weekend
    Course start date:  Sun 5 Oct 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Judith Crowe, Derek Jhinnoo

    Join this fascinating one day course for a valuable insight into the trade of rubies, sapphires and emeralds, different types of these precious stones on the market, and how to assess them. Learn about how the beautiful stones are mined, cut, graded and priced, as well as exploring common simulants. No previous experience necessary.

    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £129.00
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  5. Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £162.00
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  6. Full fee £389.00 Senior fee £311.00 Concession £253.00
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  7. London street photography
    Course start date:  Tue 10 Jun 2025 (and 4 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Kean Street Photography Studio

    Tutors:  Michael Harding
    Wish you could capture those spontaneous moments of urban life like a pro? Learn the tricks of the skilful trade of street photography and build your confidence in snapping candid, unobtrusive photographs on the street, shooting in some of the most dynamic and vibrant areas of London to tell powerful stories in single images.
    Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £183.00 Concession £149.00
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  8. Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £75.00
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  9. Presenting on the spot
    Evening
    Course start date:  Mon 12 May 2025 (and 3 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Gavin Illsley
    Learn key vocal techniques and public speaking strategies that will support you when you need to give a memorable impromptu presentation or speech with gravitas and confidence. This course will be delivered in the college.
    Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £104.00
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  10. Ways into creative writing: a gentle pace
    Evening
    Course start date:  Tue 28 Oct 2025 (and 4 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Henry Martin
    Are you brand new to creative writing? Do you want to build your confidence in a supportive environment alongside other beginners? This gentle short-course guides students taking their first steps on the path to becoming a creative writer.
    Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £80.00
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  11. Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £75.00
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  12. Becoming confident on Windows 11
    Course start date:  Wed 25 Feb 2026 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Are you new to Windows 11? Do you know how to navigate your way round it and take advantage of its many features. Knowing how to use Windows 11 is essential for your digital skills work. This course will help you get to grips with this new operating system so you can use it efficiently and effectively.. It will open doors to the main elements of the software, as well as some of its less accessible applications and tools.



    This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information Click here

    Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £50.00
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  13. Full fee £369.00 Senior fee £295.00 Concession £240.00
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  14. Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £75.00
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  15. Biography writing
    Course start date:  Thu 12 Jun 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Robert Fraser

    What makes a great biography? Learn to experiment with your own life writing as you uncover the techniques and methods of this exciting genre with a professional biographer.

    Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £75.00
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