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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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  1. Writing fiction
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    Last Few Places, Evening
    Course start date:  Mon 20 Jan 2025 (and 9 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Nick Barlay
    Develop your creative writing skills on this practical intermediate course. You'll explore the fundamentals of fiction-writing craft, such as character and structure, and unlock your imagination to produce compelling prose. Suitable for those with some creative writing experience.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £249.00 Concession £125.00
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    Rating:
    87% of 100
    15  Reviews Add Your Review
  2. Freelance writing and blogging
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    Evening
    Course start date:  Wed 17 Apr 2024 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Laura Silverman
    Get inspired to write on this practical course for freelance journalists and bloggers. Learn to carry out research, interview people, pitch and publish stories, and build your presence on social media.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £70.00
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    4  Reviews Add Your Review
  3. Writing a memoir
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    Course start date:  Thu 6 Jun 2024 (and 4 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Julie Garton
    Some moments in our lives are so powerful they beg to be shared with the world. This course will help you plan and craft a memoir that will resonate and inspire.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £70.00
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  4. Short story writing
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    Last Few Places, Evening
    Course start date:  Tue 16 Apr 2024 (and 9 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Annabel Banks
    A hands-on introduction to the art of writing short stories. You will receive technical advice, creative exercises to generate ideas, and feedback to develop your writing skills.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £110.00
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    Rating:
    97% of 100
    12  Reviews Add Your Review
  5. Developing your novel
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    Last Few Places, Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 18 Apr 2024 (and 6 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Sarah Leipciger
    Have you started work on your novel? This course is suitable for experienced creative writers who want to make progress with a novel draft. Learn more about the art of novel writing and move your project forward in a supportive workshop environment.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £110.00
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    Rating:
    91% of 100
    18  Reviews Add Your Review
  6. Writing fantasy stories
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    Last Few Places, Evening
    Course start date:  Wed 17 Apr 2024 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Victoria M. Adams
    Build fantastical worlds, fill them with compelling characters and learn how to structure innovative plotlines in this perfect introduction for those with a passion for fantasy.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £110.00
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    Rating:
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    3  Reviews Add Your Review
  7. Developing your screenwriting
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    Course start date:  Wed 17 Apr 2024 (and 3 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Clive Ford
    Continue your screenwriting journey in this practical intermediate course. Writing exercises, presentations and screenings will teach you key skills, and you’ll begin to produce work and an outline for a full-length project.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £110.00
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    Rating:
    94% of 100
    7  Reviews Add Your Review
  8. Ways into creative writing
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    Course start date:  Tue 24 Sep 2024 (and 14 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Claire Collison
    Want to have a go at creative writing in a supportive environment? Join one of these introductory courses. Guided exercises will give you the tools to explore language creatively and find your own writing voice.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £120.00
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    Rating:
    97% of 100
    24  Reviews Add Your Review
  9. Developing your poetry
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    Course start date:  Tue 16 Apr 2024 (and 5 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Cecilia Knapp
    For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £110.00
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    Rating:
    96% of 100
    5  Reviews Add Your Review
  10. Ways into screenwriting
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    Last Few Places, Evening
    Course start date:  Mon 15 Apr 2024 (and 4 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Kolton Lee
    Learn to write for the screen on this practical, introductory course. Writing exercises, presentations and screenings will teach you key skills, and you’ll begin to produce work and an outline for a full-length project.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £209.00 Senior fee £209.00 Concession £105.00
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    Rating:
    94% of 100
    7  Reviews Add Your Review
  11. The 60 minute writer
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    Course start date:  Tue 14 Jan 2025 (and 11 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Maame Blue
    Fit creative writing into your busy day: a relaxed, informal rolling programme for writers of all levels of experience who enjoy being thrown new ideas and experimenting with poetry and prose.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £65.00
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    Rating:
    96% of 100
    10  Reviews Add Your Review
  12. Advanced fiction writing workshop
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    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 18 Apr 2024 (and 8 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Livia Franchini
    For experienced writers, this supportive but rigorous workshop offers the perfect opportunity to develop your novel or short story. Receive in-depth feedback and benefit from detailed group discussions on the art of fiction.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £115.00
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    Rating:
    93% of 100
    9  Reviews Add Your Review
  13. Writing for television
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    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 18 Apr 2024 (and 3 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Alan Nixon
    Do you want to write a drama script for television? What do you write and where do you start? Through exercises and examples this course will assist you in developing your own projects.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £110.00
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    Rating:
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    2  Reviews Add Your Review
  14. Journal inspiration: creative approaches to writing about your life
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    Course start date:  Thu 18 Apr 2024

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Julie Garton
    This inspiring, six-week workshop, led by an experienced journaler, encourages students to explore a range of techniques and prompts in order to find an approach to life writing that suits them.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £70.00
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    Rating:
    96% of 100
    5  Reviews Add Your Review
  15. Writing for children: workshop
    Two women and a man sitting around a table looking at a document
    Course start date:  Thu 18 Apr 2024 (and 4 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Penny Joelson
    On this ongoing workshop you will develop your work-in-progress with constructive feedback from tutor and classmates. You need to have completed a ‘Writing for children’ course before joining this class.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £189.00 Senior fee £189.00 Concession £95.00
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    Rating:
    98% of 100
    9  Reviews Add Your Review
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