History, culture & writing
We offer an extraordinary range of courses during the day, in the evening and at weekends, from the most popular subjects to the completely unique, including film studies, creative and non-fiction writing courses and American history courses. Many of our tutors are nationally recognised in their fields, including published authors, and practising professionals in the media. As a learner you can also benefit from our partnerships with organisations such as the British Film Institute and close links with The British Museum, the London Transport Museum and many others.
Want to speak to a member of the Humanities Team to find out more about our courses? Call us on 020 7492 2652 or email us on humanities@citylit.ac.uk.
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Food and drink in the ancient world
Course Date: Wed 15 Aug 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetExplore the culinary world of the Mesopotamians, Egyptian pharoahs and the ancient Greeks; discover what is needed to ensure a successful Roman orgy. Recipes will be supplied for you to try out at home.Full fee: £39.00Senior fee: £31.00Concession: £17.00 -
Food and drink in the medieval world
Course Date: Fri 17 Aug 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetArchaeology, household accounts and recipe books from the 14th century allow us to visualise the medieval diet of men and women from all levels of society. We can read menus used at coronation banquets and view food illustrations in manuscripts. Recipes will be supplied for you to try out at home.Full fee: £39.00Senior fee: £31.00Concession: £17.00 -
EUrope as an idea
Course Date: Sat 18 Aug 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetOne talks of European cultures, values, civilization, even of a European project. But what is this ‘Europe’ – a chimera, delusion, political-historical trend, idea? Is the EU the basis for some future ‘Europa’?Full fee: £49.00Senior fee: £39.00Concession: £25.00 -
The Hollywood detective film: from The Thin Man (1934) to Chinatown (1974)
Course Date: Sat 18 Aug 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetExplore the distinctive style of the Hollywood detective film and its portrayal of the detective through a range of films from its heyday in the 1930s and 1940s to the new Hollywood of the 1970s.Full fee: £49.00Senior fee: £39.00Concession: £25.00 -
Writing the city
Course Date: Sat 18 Aug 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetCities are complex, rich and filled with possibilities for great fiction. Learn how to craft vibrant urban settings in this course that combines writing exercises with an exploration of cities in texts both old and new.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £24.00 -
Screenwriting: an introduction
Course Date: Sun 19 Aug 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetWant to write scripts but don't know how to start? This nuts and bolts workshop covers the basics of scriptwriting, designed to help you shape up your ideas and get your story going.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £24.00 -
Masters of cinema: Nicolas Roeg
Course Date: Sun 19 Aug 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetEnglish filmmaker Nicolas Roeg’s visual style is characterised by disjointed and disorientating editing. We'll explore his films Performance, Don't Look Now, The Man Who Fell to Earth, Bad Timing and Insignificance.Full fee: £49.00Senior fee: £39.00Concession: £25.00 -
History taster
Course Date: Fri 7 Sep 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetThis taster session will introduce you to history and politics courses here at City Lit. Enjoy learning a bit about history and its relation to current political events.Full fee: £10.00Senior fee: £10.00Concession: £10.00 -
Film taster
Course Date: Sat 8 Sep 2018 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetLearn how to evaluate and discuss films while enjoying a real-time working example of a City Lit film class. This taster offers you the chance to explore the value and impact of film study.Full fee: £15.00Senior fee: £15.00Concession: £15.00 -
Literature taster
Course Date: Sat 8 Sep 2018 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDo you want to find out how to go about understanding a poem or how to do a close reading of a work of fiction? Come and join us to discover what makes a literature class at City Lit so special.Full fee: £15.00Senior fee: £15.00Concession: £15.00 -
A taste of philosophy
Course Date: Sat 8 Sep 2018 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetHave you ever wondered what philosophy is? What do philosophers talk about? Can they tell you the meaning of life or is it just jargon and navel gazing? Come along and find out.Full fee: £15.00Senior fee: £15.00Concession: £15.00 -
London at war
Course Date: Tue 11 Sep 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley Street
London has been shaped by war, conflict and unrest. It's buildings, monuments and even street names reflect our embattled past. These walks examine London's wartime legacy from mediaeval fortifications to the War on Terror. First session will be a lecture at the City Lit.Full fee: £159.00Senior fee: £127.00Concession: £70.00 -
In the footsteps of London's rebels
Course Date: Tue 11 Sep 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetExplore London's places of protest and discover the stories of radicals, agitators and campaigners who fought for social justice, equal rights and better lives for all from the 1830s to the 1930s. The initial lecture will be held at City Lit followed by 10 walks. The final session will be held at City Lit.Full fee: £199.00Senior fee: £159.00Concession: £88.00 -
The Russian Revolution of 1917
Course Date: Wed 12 Sep 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley Street101 years ago two revolutions swept through the Russian Empire. The second, October 1917, is a pivotal moment in modern world history, leading to the creation of the Soviet Union. This introductory interactive lecture course explores how and why these two revolutions occurred. Tutor: Zoe Quinn.Full fee: £89.00Senior fee: £71.00Concession: £39.00 -
The City of London: the square mile
Course Date: Wed 12 Sep 2018 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetExplore the City’s development from Roman and medieval times through to the Tudors and Stuarts. Initial lecture at City Lit. Entrance fees not included.Full fee: £199.00Senior fee: £159.00Concession: £88.00