History, culture & writing

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.

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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. Barack Obama: An unexpected President
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 19 Oct 2023

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Mark Malcomson
    In the space of five years, Obama went from a little-known community activist to President of the United States. As America’s first African-American President he will hold an important place in history but it also worth reflecting on the man, his presidency and his legacy seven years after he left the White House.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £12.00
  2. US Election Update – 2024 One Year Out!
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 9 Nov 2023

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Mark Malcomson
    With one year to go we will review what is at stake in the Presidential and Congressional elections of 2024. Who is up for election and what are going to be the important fights? Join the City Lit Principal Mark Malcomson to discuss the prospects for President Biden, former-President Trump and other candidates. Tutor: Mark Malcomson.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £12.00
  3. Film studies taster
    Course start date:  Thu 14 Dec 2023 (and 5 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Paul Sutton
    Learn how to evaluate and discuss films while enjoying a working example of a City Lit Film Studies class. In this class we will view and explore clips from a number of films, including popular remakes, enabling us to consider and compare themes and techniques from differing filmmaking countries. There will be a chance to review – in brief – film courses at City Lit (January - September 2024).



    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
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  6. 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
  7. The poetry of connection
    Course start date:  Thu 12 Oct 2023

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Ellen Cranitch
    On this short course, part of City Lit’s Mental Wealth Festival, you will experiment with the aspects of poetry that create connection.
    Full fee £5.00 Senior fee £5.00 Concession £5.00
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