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Whether you’re interested in a one-off talk or taster class, a short course over a few weeks, or a year-long programme. You'll find a course to suit your schedule and goals.

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City Lit is a leading provider of adult education in London and all over the UK. It's the perfect place to learn something new, gain new skills, and build your confidence. From mastering new languages and honing creative skills to advancing your career with professional development courses. Whatever your passion or goal, our diverse curriculum has the perfect course to inspire your next step.

 

 

 

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  1. Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00
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  2. Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £183.00 Concession £149.00
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  3. AI in Business: Exploring Concepts and Real-World Applications
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 15 Jan 2026 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Vina Theodorakopoulou

    Unlock the power of artificial intelligence in business with this engaging 6-hour course. Designed for professionals across industries, you'll demystify key AI concepts and explore practical applications that drive innovation, efficiency, and growth. Stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape by understanding how AI is transforming decision-making, operations, and customer experience..

    Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00
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  4. Full fee £349.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £227.00
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  5. Finance Innovation: The Power of Blockchain and Financial Technology
    Evening
    Course start date:  Tue 20 Jan 2026

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Vina Theodorakopoulou

    Explore the future of finance in this 6-hour course covering blockchain, fintech, and Insurtech. Learn core concepts, real-world applications, and regulatory insights to confidently discuss financial innovation. Enrol now and stay ahead in financial services!

    Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £135.00 Concession £110.00
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  6. Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £162.00
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  7. Introduction to machine learning
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    Course start date:  Wed 21 Jan 2026 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Thepan Ravindran
    One of the great advances in technology is that machines can learn without humans teaching them explicit rules – e.g. letting machines train on samples of speech allows Siri to recognise your commands. Machine learning is a large part of artificial intelligence, and a mystery to most of us. This practical course teaches you how to program learning algorithms in Python. We will cover fundamentals of classification, natural language processing, financial predictions and much more. You will learn elements of data mining, how to choose a learning algorithm, and how to tweak parameters of the algorithm. We will briefly cover the theory behind the algorithms, so some maths knowledge is useful, but not required. To enrol, you must have experience with Python or a similar programming language, e.g. have taken City Lit’s Introduction to Python or Introduction to R programming course.
    Full fee £349.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £227.00
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  8. HTML5 & CSS: introduction (stage 1)
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    Course start date:  Thu 22 Jan 2026 (and 3 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  George Stickney
    HTML is the foundation language of web sites and web based apps. It's easy to learn and can help you to begin a career in tech, update web sites and content management systems, have a better understanding of UX/UI, gain skills for SEO and digital marketing, collaborate more effectively with developers and much more!
    Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00
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  9. Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £90.00
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  10. Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £90.00
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  11. Creating videos and presentations with Canva
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sat 24 Jan 2026

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Lyndon Ives

    Learn how to design visually engaging videos and presentations using Canva’s intuitive platform. This hands-on course is ideal for small business owners, marketing professionals, and anyone looking to promote a project or idea with impact. You’ll explore Canva’s easy-to-use tools to create dynamic visuals that communicate your message clearly—perfect for sharing online, in meetings, or at events. Whether you're crafting a pitch deck, a promotional video, or a slideshow for social media, this course will help you build confidence in your design skills and produce professional-quality content that stands out.

    Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00
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  12. Financial modelling with AI/machine learning
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sun 25 Jan 2026 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Thepan Ravindran

    Discover how leading institutions use AI, machine learning, and automation to transform financial modelling. Learn strategies for automated trading, intelligent portfolio optimisation, and advanced AI workflows for next-gen finance. Enrol now to stay ahead in the future of finance!

    Full fee £699.00 Senior fee £559.00 Concession £454.00
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  13. Excel: advanced
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    Course start date:  Tue 27 Jan 2026 (and 5 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Aurica Jalba

    Take your Excel skills to the next level with our Advanced Excel Course, designed for professionals who work with complex data. Learn how to link worksheets, apply advanced sorting and filtering, use powerful formulas, create scenarios, validate data, audit spreadsheets, and build dynamic reports with pivot tables and macros. Ideal for anyone involved in data analysis, this hands-on course will help you streamline workflows and make smarter decisions using Excel’s advanced features. Enrol now and transform the way you work with data!

    Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £183.00 Concession £149.00
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  14. City Lit Pro: start a career in social media
    Course start date:  Fri 30 Jan 2026

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Yana Lapitskaya

    Ready to launch your career in social media? This hands-on course covers the essential skills you need to manage platforms effectively, create engaging content, and analyse performance. Whether you're entering the digital marketing industry, enhancing your current role, or starting your own business, you'll gain the confidence and tools to grow your online presence and drive engagement.

    Full fee £549.00 Senior fee £549.00 Concession £549.00
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  15. Excel: analysing data (stage 1)
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    Course start date:  Sat 31 Jan 2026 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Nick Brown

    Build confidence working with complex data sets in Excel and learn how to draw meaningful conclusions and recommendations for non-technical stakeholders. This practical course focuses on using pivot tables, formatting techniques, and developing clear, insightful commentary to support decision-making. Perfect for professionals with basic Excel knowledge who want to enhance their analytical skills and communicate data effectively across teams. Join today and start making smarter decisions with your data!

    Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00
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