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The biggest choice of adult education short courses in London and online.

Looking for a course? City Lit has you covered. We have lots of courses, guided walks, expert talks, and events — more than any other college in London.

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.

We offer online courses as well as hybrid and blended learning, and in-person courses in London.

 

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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. Pre-Foundation: summer intensive
    Using watercolor paints
    Course start date:  Tue 14 Jul 2026

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Marcus Richards
    This exciting and intensive course supports you to develop the key creative skills, methods and thinking in art and design, across 2D, 3D and critical studies required for entry to our UAL-validated Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art & Design.
    Full fee £599.00 Senior fee £479.00 Concession £419.00
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  2. Orchestra workshop
    Sheet music
    Course start date:  Tue 15 Jul 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    A fun, intensive workshop for players of orchestral instruments of Grade 6 level upwards, with good music reading skills. Please click the 'Start interview' button, follow the login instructions, and the Music Department will contact you.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £90.00
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  3. Writing for children: getting started
    Close-up of a hand holding a pen near an open book
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    Course start date:  Tue 22 Jul 2025 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Andrew Weale
    Develop your ideas for children's stories in this practical and interactive short course. Topics will include plot, characterisation and viewpoint, and how to approach the children's publishing industry today.
    Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £40.00
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