Introductory Literature Courses

Our introductory literature courses invite you to explore different genres across a range of periods. Whether you are interested in poetry, fiction, or drama, our introductory courses – online or in-person - will help you to develop your close reading skills, along with your knowledge, understanding and appreciation of some great works of literature.

Courses available both in-person and online

We offer a range of long and short courses allowing you to choose between online and in-person learning. 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. See our guide to online learning for more information about accessing our live online courses.

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  1. Literature Taster: Nineteenth Century Novels
    Course start date:  Thu 11 Jan 2024

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Sophie Oxenham
    Curious about studying nineteenth century novels? We will discuss extracts from Jane Austen's 'Northanger Abbey' and Charlotte Bronte's 'Jane Eyre', exploring some of their narrative methods, themes and concerns, and provide a preview of 19th century literature courses for terms two and three:January-July 2024.
    Full fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £7.00
  2. Full fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £10.00
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  3. Literature Taster: Shakespeare
    Course start date:  Wed 17 Jan 2024

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Sophie Oxenham
    Curious about studying Shakespeare? Try this taster session on Shakespeare to boost your confidence and whet your appetite for further study. We will explore short passages from two Shakespeare plays, one comedy (As You Like It) and one tragedy (Hamlet).



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £10.00
  4. An introduction to poetry: W. H. Auden and Elizabeth Bishop
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sat 20 Jan 2024

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Laurie Smith
    Come and join an introduction and exploration of the poetry of W H Auden and Elizabeth Bishop. We will read, discuss and enjoy a selection of their poetry and consider how the poets shape our responses.
    Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £23.00 Concession £19.00
  5. Literature taster: contemporary fiction
    Course start date:  Thu 28 Mar 2024

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Patricia Sweeney
    Ever wondered what studying a Literature course at City Lit is like? Tempted to try, but not ready to commit to a whole course? Try this taster session on contemporary fiction to boost your confidence and whet your appetite for further study!







    Includes information on the Literature programme offering for term three, which runs from April to July 2024.
    Full fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £10.00
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