Explore History, Culture & Writing
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.
Many students return to take more courses, telling us they enjoy being part of our City Lit Learning community.
Our popular courses often sell out quickly, so we invite you to browse and book your place now.
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- Autobiographical writing
Course start date: Wed 10 Jan 2024 (and 1 other date)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Nick BarlayWhether writing for self-discovery, testimony or to tell your story, this term-long course explores how to ensure your autobiographical work is both evocative and powerful.Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £110.00 - Advanced fiction writing workshop Course start date: Wed 10 Jan 2024 (and 8 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Sarah LeipcigerFor 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.Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £115.00 - Starting your novel Course start date: Wed 10 Jan 2024 (and 5 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Vicky GrutGot a great idea for a novel? Jump start your project in this supportive course that covers craft basics such as character and plot. Ideal for writers of fiction with some experience who have an idea for a novel.Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £110.00 - Ways into creative writing Course start date: Wed 27 Sep 2023 (and 15 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Henry MartinWant 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.Full fee £209.00 Senior fee £209.00 Concession £105.00 - Writing fiction Course start date: Wed 27 Sep 2023 (and 8 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Tasha KavanaghDevelop 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.Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £110.00 - Ancient world civilisationsCourse start date: Wed 27 Sep 2023
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Max CarocciThe course looks at major ancient civilisations around the world. Offering a fresh perspective on the emergence of
states, chiefdoms and empires, the ten lessons will examine relationships and influences between settled and nomadic peoples. - Writing fantasy stories Course start date: Wed 27 Sep 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Victoria M. AdamsBuild 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 - Ways into playwriting Course start date: Wed 17 Apr 2024 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Grant CorrExplore the fundamental techniques of writing for the stage in this introductory course. Get to grips with dialogue, character, story and structure, and start work on your own play.
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 - Short story writing Course start date: Wed 4 Oct 2023 (and 8 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Alex PickettA 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.Full fee £209.00 Senior fee £209.00 Concession £105.00 - Masterclass: poetry (a year-long workshop) Course start date: Wed 4 Oct 2023
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ella FrearsThis year-long poetry masterclass is open by selective application to a maximum of ten students. You will receive inspiring tutor instruction and rigorous constructive feedback on your poems as you prepare them for publication and performance.Full fee £879.00 Senior fee £879.00 Concession £879.00 - Developing your novel Course start date: Wed 20 Sep 2023 (and 6 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Sarah LeipcigerHave 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 - Developing your screenwriting Course start date: Wed 17 Apr 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Alan NixonContinue 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 - Developing your children's bookCourse start date: Wed 10 Jan 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Neil ArkseyDevelop your children's story with support from classmates and tutor. This course follows on from 'Starting your children's book'. New students are welcome and invited to submit work to the Writing department before being accepted onto the course.
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 - Ways into screenwriting
Course start date: Wed 20 Sep 2023 (and 4 other dates)Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Alan NixonLearn 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 - Eastern Europe during the Cold War, 1945-1989Course start date: Wed 10 Jan 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Sebastien ArdouinWhat led to the establishment of the communist regimes of Eastern Europe, how did they evolve, and why did they collapse? What was life like for citizens of the Eastern bloc?Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £155.00
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