Courses in London & Online

Thousands of short courses in London and online as well as longer skills-based courses and qualifications available to book online now!

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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  1. Journaling: a taster
    Evening
    Course start date:  Mon 10 Feb 2025

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Julie Garton
    This inspiring taster course led by an experienced journaler, encourages students to explore a range of techniques and prompts in order to find an approach to life writing that suits them.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £40.00
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  2. Cradles of Civilisation: The Hittites
    Course start date:  Mon 10 Feb 2025

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Hugo Cook
    In this course we will explore one of the greatest and most powerful civilisations of the Bronze Age, who challenged Egypt and raised astounding monuments in what is now Turkiye.Join us to learn more!



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £95.00 Concession £77.00
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  3. Italian multicultural literature: letteratura senza confini
    Course start date:  Mon 10 Feb 2025

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Veronica De Felice
    Italy is increasingly becoming a more multi-cultural country, and this diversity is beginning to be reflected in its literature. This short course will introduce you to some of the most interesting and exciting writers from this new wave of diversity.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £55.00 Concession £45.00
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  4. Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £223.00 Concession £181.00
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  5. Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £183.00 Concession £149.00
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  6. Artists eye: painting portraits
    Evening
    Course start date:  Mon 17 Feb 2025

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Kate Hardy
    Paint a series of portraits inspired by the work of contemporary and historical artists. Learn from their individual ideas and techniques to introduce new ways of painting to your practice. The course can be used to progress from beginner level, or for experienced painters interested in portraiture. This is a live online course.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £169.00 Concession £169.00
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  7. Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £77.00
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  8. Preparing digital images for printmaking
    Evening
    Course start date:  Mon 24 Feb 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Claire Hynds
    Digital technologies play an increasing role in the world of more traditional printmaking. Screenprinting, photo-etching, polymer gravure and relief, and photo litho all require imagery that has been generated using digital image manipulation software. This workshop in preparing digital images for printmaking will provide an introduction to specialist tools and techniques required using Adobe Photoshop in order to prepare your imagery for these printmaking processes.
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £139.00
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  9. Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £135.00 Concession £110.00
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  10. Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £40.00
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  11. Drawing for beginners
    Last Few Places, Weekend
    Course start date:  Sun 2 Mar 2025 (and 5 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Luke Jones
    Explore 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 £169.00 Senior fee £169.00 Concession £169.00
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  12. Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £223.00 Concession £181.00
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  13. Painting: oil techniques and mediums
    Last Few Places
    Course start date:  Fri 7 Mar 2025 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Mario Lautier Vella
    Oil paint is a medium with a long historical tradition, capable of heavy impasto effects and delicate transparent colour films. Working practically, in the studio, this course will expand your understanding of approaches to building a variety of surfaces in your paint working with mediums and expanding your use of texture and glazing This course is for all levels – both beginners and more experienced painters.
    Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £129.00
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  14. Cradles of Civilisation: The Levantines
    Course start date:  Mon 10 Mar 2025

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Hugo Cook
    In this course, we will explore one of the most influential and remarkable regions of all time: Canaan, including the Israelites, Philistines, Ammonites, and other distinct groups of the region .Join us to learn more!



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £95.00 Concession £77.00
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  15. Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £129.00
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