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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 £209.00 Senior fee £209.00 Concession £136.00
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  2. Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £195.00
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  3. Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £183.00 Concession £149.00
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  4. Italian 3 upper: module 3
    Course start date:  Mon 28 Apr 2025 (and 3 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Paola North
    Questi corsi ti daranno la possibilitá di migliorare le tue capacitá di comprensione ed espressione scritta ed orale e sono basati sull' uso di materiale audiovisivo, lettura, discussione e pratica grammaticale. É necessario aver completato il 'module 2' o equivalente. Il corso si basa sul libro Nuovo Espresso 3 (Alma Edizioni).
    Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £175.00 Concession £142.00
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  5. Screen acting: beginners
    Evening
    Course start date:  Mon 12 May 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Gary Grant
    Build your confidence and strengthen your camera technique to create truthful ‘on screen’ performances in this practical course.
    Full fee £299.00 Senior fee £299.00 Concession £209.00
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  6. Ruling Russia: Tsars, Revolutions, Civil War , and the Triumph of Lenin (1860-1924)
    Evening
    Course start date:  Tue 13 May 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Zoe Quinn
    This course explores the transformative period of Russian history from 1860 to 1924, encompassing the autocratic rule of the Tsars, the revolutionary upheavals of 1905 and 1917, the chaos of the civil war, and the consolidation of the Bolshevik regime. Students will examine key events, figures, and ideologies that shaped modern Russia, delving into the complexities of political, social, and economic changes during this era.



    Please note: this course includes much of the material covered in previous Russian Revolution courses at the City Lit. Moreover this course is taught at an introductory level. Tutor: Zoe Quinn.
    Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £169.00 Concession £110.00
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  7. Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £75.00
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  8. Spanish 2 upper: module 3
    Evening
    Course start date:  Mon 28 Apr 2025 (and 3 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Adriana Itriago Gavidia
    Further improve your Spanish with the emphasis on listening, speaking, and acquiring a greater understanding of grammar. You should have completed 'Spanish 2 upper: module 2' or equivalent. Based on 'Aula Internacional A2 Plus, (Difusión Publishers).







    Please do not buy the book until after the first session, as if you transfer to another level you might use a different book.
    Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £142.00
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  9. In Conversation with Hallie Rubenhold
    Evening
    Course start date:  Wed 14 May 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Join us at City Lit for an event with Hallie Rubenhold to celebrate her new book, Story of a Murder: The Wives, The Mistress and Dr Crippen. Hosted by City Lit Principal Mark Malcomson CBE, the conversation will focus on Hallie's feminist retelling of the infamous true-crime story of Dr Crippen. The event includes an audience Q&A, followed by a drinks reception and book signing.

    Full fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £10.00
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  10. SketchUp Pro: intermediate
    Evening
    Course start date:  Wed 14 May 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Nicholas Williamson
    This intensive course is designed for people who have either completed the SketchUp Pro for beginners course or have previous experience of the software. A great opportunity to review your skills and take them to a more advanced level. There will be the opportunity for you to consider your own projects during the course.
    Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00
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  11. Starting your novel
    Evening
    Course start date:  Mon 28 Apr 2025 (and 5 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Paula Lichtarowicz
    Got 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 £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £120.00
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  12. Spanish 2 lower: module 3
    Evening
    Course start date:  Mon 28 Apr 2025 (and 6 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Cristina Casado
    Continue improving your elementary Spanish on this communicative course, taught in Spanish with the emphasis on speaking and listening. Suitable if you have completed 'Spanish 2 lower: module 2' or equivalent.







    Please note that because we are piloting a new course coursebook, the course content, course obejctives and course book will be different depending on which course you choose.







    Please refer to the Course Outline below the course options for all the details.
    Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £142.00
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  13. Return to Spanish (elementary)
    Evening
    Course start date:  Wed 14 May 2025 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Adriana Itriago Gavidia
    If you have learned Spanish in the past, but it has been a while, then come and join this lively course to refresh your elementary Spanish. You wil review, revise and practice in a course that is tailored to your needs. After attending this course you will be able join a level 2 lower course starting in September or a summer course.
    Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £175.00 Concession £142.00
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  14. Labour unions in the 21st century: relevant or a thing of the past?
    Evening
    Course start date:  Wed 14 May 2025

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Caglar Ezikoglu
    Explore the evolving role of labour unions in modern society, examining their relevance and impact in the 21st century.
    Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £119.00
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  15. Return to French (lower intermediate)
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 15 May 2025 (and 5 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Silvana Avram
    Revise and consolidate your speaking and listening skills, as well as your grammar. Suitable if you have completed completed 2-3 years of study in the past.
    Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £97.00
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