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Explore our extraordinary range of History, Culture and Writing courses and lectures. We offer both introductory and specialist in-depth courses to suit all levels of interest and experience, from ‘How to read a film’ and World literature, to Creative non-fiction writing courses and American history and Politics courses.

Our tutors are experts in their fields and experienced educators; many have published, teach in universities or share their expertise in the media. Tutors share their knowledge and passion through presentations, readings, interactive discussion and exercises, analysis, and other activities.

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Our popular courses often sell out quickly, so we invite you to browse and book your place now.

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We offer a range of long and short courses allowing you to choose between in-person and online learning.

Learn in the centre of London with our in-person courses. Our purpose-built facilities in Covent Garden mean we are ideally located and easy to get to. 

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All our courses are live, interactive, and taught by expert tutors. No matter how you prefer to learn, we've got the class for you.

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  1. National Gallery
    Photograph of the colonnade of the National Gallery, London. Photo by Nathan Stazicker
    Course start date:  Mon 23 Sep 2024 (and 3 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Leslie Primo
    Discuss a differently themed group of paintings each week in front of the pictures. An opportunity to understand our national collection in greater depth.
    Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £223.00 Concession £181.00
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    97% of 100
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  2. Women in art collections: a history of artists and sitters
    A portrait of a white woman in a red dress, looking straight forward at the viewer
    Course start date:  Fri 17 Jan 2025

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Julie Barlow
    This gallery-based course will focus upon the artistic output of women over the past 500 years, covering a range of British and European painters, sculptors, textile designers, photographers and ceramicists. The course will also explore woman as subject matter, the role of the model and our current awareness of the “male gaze”.
    Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £223.00 Concession £181.00
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  3. The art and culture of 17th century London
    Printed image of Covent Garden in the 17th century – the piazza is wide open and a few people walk around.
    Last Few Places
    Course start date:  Fri 27 Sep 2024

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Julie Barlow
    Discover the 17th century: a time of upheaval in Europe, intercontinental trade, religious schisms and a wide range of artistic styles. See its art, architecture and design in London’s galleries and museums. #arthistory #explorelondon #walkingtour.
    Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £223.00 Concession £181.00
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