ESOL & Grammar
Courses In London & Online
Are you unsure when to use present perfect or past perfect? Do people find it difficult to understand you because of your grammar mistakes? Do you want to express yourself with more confidence? Good grammar is essential for good communication. These Grammar in Practice courses will help you say and write what you mean.
What is the best course for me?
You need to do a pre-course assessment.
- To book an assessment call 0204 582 0423 or contact us by email at universal.skills@citylit.ac.uk for an appointment.
Times:
- Every Monday 12- 2pm
- Every Wednesday 6-8pm
- Every Friday 11am-1pm (23rd August – 6th October)
The courses are FREE to most learners if you earn less than £21, 547.50 a year or are on JSA or ESA (WRAG). They are either in the City Lit building or live online interactive classes. For online courses, you will need a computer with a microphone, a camera and the internet.
3 courses available
Grammar in practice: upper intermediate (level 1-2)Unsure when to use present perfect or past perfect? Is reported speech still causing you problems? Do you need to practise your conditionals? Join this course and put your grammar into practice in speaking, writing, reading and listening. Gain confidence in using grammar effectively through high level and engaging tasks
You need to do a pre-course assessment. Contact universal.skills@citylit.ac.uk / 020 8078 0489 for a face-to-face assessment or click the Start Assessment button on this page. Log on with your email address (not name).
This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information Click here
Online
Wed 23 Sep 2026 (and 2 other dates)Full fee £298.00 Senior fee £238.00 Concession £149.00- Grammar in practice: advanced (level 2+)
Is your grammar holding you back? Enhance your communication skills by exploring, analysing, and experimenting with advanced English grammar. This course will help you understand that grammar is not just about rules-it's about meaning. You'll learn to interpret others more accurately and express yourself more clearly and effectively.
This course runs during terms 1 and 3.
You need to do a short test before joining. Contact: universal.skills@citylit.ac.uk or call 0204 582 0423
This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information Click here
Online
Tue 6 Oct 2026Full fee £195.00 Senior fee £156.00 Concession £98.00 - ESOL: Develop your writing: grammar, vocabulary, expression (advanced)
Do you already write well in English but want to take your skills to a level suitable for professional or academic work? Are you looking to develop your expressive range and make your writing more impactful? This course will help you refine your writing by focusing on meaning, precision, and style-going beyond accuracy to explore how language choices shape your message and influence your reader.
You will learn how grammar can be used creatively to express different shades of meaning, expand your vocabulary to say more with fewer words, and develop strategies to make your writing more persuasive, engaging, and memorable.
You may join this course during term 2.
A pre-course assessment is required before enrolment.
Contact: universal.skills@citylit.ac.uk or call 0204 582 0423
This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information Click here
Online
Wed 20 Jan 2027Full fee £195.00 Senior fee £195.00 Concession £137.00
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