Language & culture
These culture workshops and short courses will allow you to delve deeper into the culture, helping you improve your intercultural competence. If you are already doing a language course with us, taking an additional course on a specific culture-related topic will greatly help you extend your knowledge and discover literature, music, art, politics as well as customs and traditions.
52 courses available
- Spanish 2/3: grammar workshop - object pronouns
Consolida los diferentes usos de los pronombres objetos, incluyendo la diferencia entre los pronombres directos e indirectos a través de actividades escritas y orales. Este curso es ideal para estudiantes de Spanish 2 upper/3 lower o si te estás preparando para el DELE A2 o B1 exams.
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Sat 14 Nov 2026Monica ToroFull fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £29.00 - Japanese: writing for beginners part 1Come and improve your knowledge of the basic Japanese writing system, Hiragana and Katakana. Suitable if you are studying Japanese at beginners level.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £69.00 Concession £69.00
Brazilian Portuguese pronunciation through songsYou may like to sing Brazilian songs, to yourself or in public, or you may just like listening to songs in Brazilian Portuguese; either way, this course is for you if you would like to improve your Brazilian Portuguese pronunciation while enjoying songs from this beautiful country.
Full fee £39.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £39.00- French 3 upper: an insider's guide to France
From Lyon, Toulouse, Nice, Marseille and Bordeaux, to Nantes, we will learn what makes each of these places unique, and how you can prepare your visit .
A compact workshop, full of tips and useful vocabulary, covering everything you need to know, from aspects of history and culture, to local specialties, hidden gems, short itineraries and so much more!Full fee £49.00 Senior fee £49.00 Concession £49.00 - German for opera lovers (intermediate and advanced) x mas specialCome to this one off German for German opera lovers x mas special in the heart of London.
Keeley Street
Mon 14 Dec 2026Katja ParmarFull fee £39.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £39.00 - French 3 lower: conversation
Come and practise your intermediate spoken French and develop your language skills in these topical discussion classes. Based on recordings from French speaking countries' TV programmes, radio programmes , newspapers and magazines.
Keeley Street
Wed 13 Jan 2027Michel WillameFull fee £249.00 Senior fee £249.00 Concession £162.00 - Una stagione con Dante: InfernoVenite a scoprire la struttura dell'Inferno dantesco e della ricca simbologia dei diavoli. Parleremo anche dell’importanza della presenza della guida dantesca: Virgilio.
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Wed 13 Jan 2027Francesco BucciolFull fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £29.00 - Italian 4/5: cultura e attualita'Attraverso attività basate su articoli, servizi di programmi, interviste ecc., questa classe ti offre la possibilità di dibattere e approfondire argomenti riguardanti l’attualità italiana e la cultura del Paese in generale. Praticherai e perfezionerai diversi punti grammaticali e accrescerai il tuo vocabolario. Adatto a chi frequenta un corso al livello 4 o 5 oppure a chi ha una conoscenza equivalente della lingua.
Attenzione: le lezioni si svolgeranno a settimane alterne.
Please note that this course takes place on alternate weeks.Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £127.00 Concession £103.00 - German for art lovers (intermediate and advanced)
This is an upper intermediate to advanced online German course discovering and discussing German art.
Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £116.00 - Italian 4/5: Storia della lingua italianaVenite a scoprire le origini e l'evoluzione dell'italiano che parliamo oggi. Insieme vedremo l'affermazione del volgare toscano come lingua nazionale e le influenze che l'italiano ha subito nel passare del tempo.
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Fri 22 Jan 2027Francesco BucciolFull fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £29.00 - Japanese etiquette
Travel with confidence and cultural insight!
Ever wondered how to bow correctly, what to say when entering a shrine, or the polite way to enjoy a meal in Japan? This immersive workshop introduces you to the essential customs and etiquette that shape Japanese society. Perfect for travelers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone curious about Japan’s traditions.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £69.00 Concession £69.00 - Spanish 4/5: series españolas y latinoamericanas: estudio y conversación
This engaging online course invites you to explore the rich world of Spanish-language series. Each week, you'll watch a selected episode from acclaimed series like La casa de papel, Las chicas del cable, Griselda, Cien años de soledad, La Casa de las Flores or Narcos. Together, we’ll dive into the plot, characters, and cultural themes, all while sharpening your listening and speaking skills in Spanish.
Please note that this course takes place on alternate weeks: 25/01, 08/02, 22/02, 08/03, 22/03
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Mon 25 Jan 2027Arianna BassettiFull fee £119.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £77.00 - French 5: mosaïquesEtude de la langue à travers la littérature, les chansons, les films, les informations télévisées, les coupures de presse, et diverses activités créatives orales et écrites.
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Thu 28 Jan 2027Anais PerdaemsFull fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £162.00 - German for Germany lovers (advanced)This advanced German language course for lovers of Germany is part of the series “Wanderlust” which will explore a variety of interesting destinations in Germany.
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Thu 28 Jan 2027Annette KossowFull fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £99.00 - Spanish 3: one season, one painting: inviernoEn estos talleres dedicados a las cuatro estaciones vamos a activar nuestros sentidos: vista, oido, olfato y gusto. Ven a practicar tu español mientras intercambiamos las sugestiones, impresiones y sentimientos que nos evoca una musica, un color o una pintura.
Ideal for students who have done 3 or 4 years of Spanish, and are looking to practise more talking and listening skills, as well as develop their knowledge of art.Keeley Street
Fri 29 Jan 2027Anna Riera MoraFull fee £29.00 Senior fee £23.00 Concession £19.00
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