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Whether you want to try something new, revive your passion, or take your skills to the next level; we have a huge range of courses for you to explore. Discover Languages, Art & Design, Drama, Music & Dance, Technology & Business, Writing, British Sign Language and much more!
All our courses here at City Lit are taught by expert tutors such as published authors, academics, practising artists, and experienced professionals. Our friendly, supportive, and inspiring tutors are here to boost your confidence and motivate you at every step. We always ensure that your journey with us is enjoyable, positive, and thought-provoking.
We offer online courses and in-person courses. Our interactive online courses are taught live and in small groups. Read our guide to online learning for more information. In-person courses are delivered at our modern college campus in London near Covent Garden.
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- Developing watercolour paintingCourse start date: Wed 24 Apr 2024 (and 9 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Anne-Marie FosterExplore the specific qualities of watercolour and the opportunities this adaptable medium offers to create dynamic painting compositions. Develop a fluency with brush work and layering of colour to develop compositional possibilities.Full fee £209.00 Senior fee £167.00 Concession £136.00 - Developing and managing your brandCourse start date: Mon 3 Jun 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Julian HoldenA brand defines how people see, relate and interact to your business, products and services; it’s what distinguish your business from your competitors. A well-developed brand strategy and identity makes your brand recognizable, relatable and your business more successful and valuable. In this intensive course you will have a hands on overview on how professionals develop a brand identity and what is needed to navigate your brand through a crowded market without getting lost in the mist. - Latin pianoCourse start date: Mon 3 Jun 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Sara DhillonThis practical online course for pianists (grade 4 ABRSM and above) will introduce you to the dynamic role of the piano in Afro-Cuban and Salsa music. We will focus on harmonic development, rhythm, learning common montuno patterns. Whether your background is classical, jazz or pop music, this short course will teach you classic Cuban styles including Son, Mambo, Bolero, and Cha Cha Cha.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £109.00 Senior fee £109.00 Concession £76.00 - Podcasting: introductionCourse start date: Mon 22 Apr 2024 (and 5 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Vina TheodorakopoulouDo you want to create your own podcast? This is your chance to develop your ideas into a podcast which you will produce in this course.Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00 - Drawing: a contemporary approach
Course start date: Fri 7 Jun 2024 (and 6 other dates)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Chris HoughTake your drawing into exciting new directions – build on your existing skills and discover new ways of working. For intermediate students with some drawing experience who would like to explore experimental drawing techniques and develop their own ideas in drawing. A chance to extend your own drawing projects guided by our expert tutor and practising artist, with reference to the work of artists using drawing in the wider art world today.Full fee £209.00 Senior fee £167.00 Concession £136.00 - Watercolour painting: experimental approachesCourse start date: Mon 10 Jun 2024 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Diane MartinAlways wanted to experiment with watercolour painting? Now's your chance to learn how to make more imaginative use of washes and mark-making; enjoy the colour and fluidity of this beautiful medium and discover if you'd like to take it to the next level.Full fee £189.00 Senior fee £151.00 Concession £123.00 - Introduction to music productionCourse start date: Mon 22 Apr 2024 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Max La VillaCome and learn the basics of recording and editing so that you can turn your musical ideas into completed songs you can share!Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £104.00 - Using Apple Mac OS: a detailed introductionCourse start date: Mon 24 Jun 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Michael HardingDiscover how an Apple Mac computer works, the common functions and their applications. For Apple Mac users with little or no previous experience.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £129.00 - Drawing: colour pastel techniquesCourse start date: Mon 22 Apr 2024 (and 6 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ro SylvesterExplore the versatility and rich colours of this beautiful drawing and painting medium. Through practical exercises, discover its potential to create a variety of surface effects and its suitability for sketching and outdoor colour work.Full fee £189.00 Senior fee £151.00 Concession £123.00 - Understanding Ethics in AICourse start date: Sat 6 Jul 2024 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Vina TheodorakopoulouThis is a short introduction to Ethics in AI for non-technical beginners who aspire to drive responsible AI design and use. This course will enable you to strike a balance between the potential benefits and risks of AI technology.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £64.00 - Baroque instrumental ensembleCourse start date: Mon 15 Jul 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Layil BarrLove early music and want to play it with more awareness of style? Explore how to achieve a more 'authentic' sound, covering interpretation of rhythm and ornaments, tone, embellishment and more.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £104.00 - Summer choirCourse start date: Mon 15 Jul 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Richard Hartley WilsonSinging with others is great fun, and has been proven to be good for your health. Join us for this short course and get started over the summer to see how it can benefit you. Suitable for all levels, no audition required.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £69.00 - Sing BroadwayCourse start date: Mon 15 Jul 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Richard Hartley WilsonLearn to perform ensemble numbers from popular Broadway and West End shows, from standard classics to modern musicals. Gain confidence in performing as a group, and enjoy singing solo within an ensemble. - Woodblock printmaking: large-scale techniquesCourse start date: Mon 15 Jul 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Gareth BerwynLarge scale printmaking enables expressive mark making. Use woodcut and linocut carving techniques to produce big, bold and multi-coloured, multi-layered prints for you to take home.Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £155.00 - Chinese 1: revisionCourse start date: Mon 15 Jul 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonConsolidate your elementary knowledge of Chinese (Mandarin). Suitable if you have studied Chinese (Mandarin) for a year or have an equivalent level. Based on the tutor's own materials.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £64.00
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