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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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If you can't decide which subject to study, why not try some of our short taster courses?
- Drawing: ink and wash techniquesCourse start date: Fri 15 Nov 2024 (and 4 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Mario Lautier VellaThe immediacy and versatility of ink and wash is perfect for those sketching on location, for designers and for students interested in watercolour techniques. Take the opportunity to explore the basic techniques of this exciting process.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £129.00 - Draw, paint, printCourse start date: Mon 18 Nov 2024 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Mary WintourOn this experimental course, you will draw, paint and print in often unfamiliar ways in order to catch the unexpected. Through experimentation and reflection, you will collate a personal collection of work. .Full fee £369.00 Senior fee £295.00 Concession £240.00 - Learning to use your smartphone (Android)Course start date: Mon 18 Nov 2024 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Does your smartphone confuse you? Are you unsure how to make the most of its many features? Understanding and navigating your way round a smartphone is now as important as being able to use a regular computer. This short course will help you understand your Android smartphone, troubleshoot problems and use some of the most popular apps. By the end of the course you will be confident you can use or find out how to use the key features of your phone.
This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information Click here
Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £23.00 Concession £15.00 - Introduction to PythonCourse start date: Wed 20 Nov 2024 (and 9 other dates)
Location on this date: Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)
Tutors: Kathryn ColdhamWant to learn more about how computers work and what computer programmers do? Get started using Python, the most popular and easy-to-use programming language in the world.
This course will be delivered online or in person. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £162.00 - Portrait drawing: expression in the faceCourse start date: Thu 21 Nov 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Sue Baker-KentonThis short course will develop your existing knowledge and skills in drawing portraits to meet the challenge of creating expression. Bring your portrat drawing to life by exploring character, personality and emotion in the face of your subject, working from the life model.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £149.00 - Drawing for beginnersCourse start date: Mon 25 Nov 2024 (and 8 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Eleanor BedlowExplore traditional and less traditional methods of drawing simple objects. Using structured activities, you will be introduced to key concepts such as line, tone, composition and mark making. Ideal if you have little or no drawing experience; a great way to learn the basics or prepare for longer courses.Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £139.00 - Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £162.00
- Monoprinting: contemporary monotype techniquesCourse start date: Mon 2 Dec 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Rosey PrinceThe monoprint describes a ‘one off’ print, rather than a multiple, similar to a painting however the marks, and
textures achieved from printing layers of ink can produce rich visual effects as they layer and blend. Starting off with the basic monoprinting techniques you will develop these to produce an exciting series of prints to take home.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £129.00 - Generative AI: a short introductionCourse start date: Fri 6 Dec 2024 (and 6 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Kate ScottThis is a short introduction to Generative AI for non-technical beginners who want to find out what all the fuss is about over ChatGPT, Gemini, and Firefly.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00 - German beginners: module 1Course start date: Wed 11 Dec 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Anna RiolandMake the most of the festive season and get a head start in German for the new year in this intensive course for complete beginners.Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00 - Introduction to BSLCourse start date: Mon 6 Jan 2025 (and 5 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Antony RabinInterested in learning British Sign Language? Learn some basic vocabulary and grammar, and decide if you want to progress to the level 1 qualification.Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £259.00 Concession £181.00 - Developing watercolour paintingCourse start date: Tue 7 Jan 2025 (and 5 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Jack DuplockExplore 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 £229.00 Senior fee £183.00 Concession £149.00 - Painting for beginnersCourse start date: Thu 9 Jan 2025 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Begona Morea RoyExperience the joy of painting. Through simple exercises you'll explore colour, painting techniques and the expressive qualities of painting using acrylic paints. The perfect way to start painting.Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £139.00 - Yoga: beginnersCourse start date: Fri 10 Jan 2025 (and 5 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Caroline Ings-ChambersAre you new to yoga? This beginners' class offers a chance to develop and improve your body and breath awareness, posture, strength and flexibility, and practise relaxation techniques to help you release tension.
This course is delivered in-person at City Lit.Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £135.00 Concession £118.00 - Hula hoop workoutCourse start date: Mon 13 Jan 2025 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Hula hoop your way to fitness! In this fun workout class you will work out all muscles, but mainly the core muscles. Hula hooping is way more fun than what you might have remembered as a child.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £99.00
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