Languages Classes in London & Online
Over 30 modern and ancient world languages taught by expert tutors!
Here at City Lit, we offer over 30 different language courses catering to all levels, from beginners to advanced. We offer languages classes in European, Asian, African, and even Ancient and Classical languages. So whatever you fancy learning — take your pick!
Read the Languages FAQs for more information about learning a language at City Lit.
Flexible part-time language classes
Our part time courses are designed to fit around your schedule, you'll find a suitable language class for you whether you would like to attend in the evening, daytime, or on weekends. We also offer short, intensive and fast-track courses if you need to learn in a hurry, as well as one-day workshops and taster language lessons.
Beginner to advanced level courses
We teach most languages at seven different levels and you can start anywhere from beginner to advanced. Our approach to learning is to teach you how to communicate effectively in real-life situations. We select content that is relevant to your needs. If you are a beginner, you will learn how to use the language as opposed to just repeating words and sentences as you would do with an app. We teach you to communicate rather than repeat.
Use our self-assessment tool to help you choose the right course for your level.
- Chinese 3 lower: module 1Course start date: Thu 25 Sep 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonFull fee £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £155.00 - French 3 lower: module 1Course start date: Thu 25 Sep 2025 (and 4 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Daniel FernandezContinue improving your lower intermediate French on this communicative course in the heart of London. The emphasis will be on developing your speaking and listening skills and on acquiring a greater understanding of French grammar and fluency.Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £149.00 - Modern Greek 3 lower module 1Course start date: Wed 24 Sep 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Florendia YiannoullouContinue building on your Greek language skills on this supportive and lively course. In-person and online classes available.
Suitable if you have completed Modern Greek 2 upper or equivalent (i.e. have studied Greek for 3 years recently).Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £239.00 - Preparation for A-level Italian part 1Course start date: Thu 25 Sep 2025
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Roberto MinardiThis course follows the A-level syllabus and is suitable for those who would like to progress in Italian in a structured way. The course does not lead to the exam but aims to prepare you to join the Italian A Level course next year. Ideally you should have taken GCSE Italian (having achieved a grade 7, 8 or 9) or have equivalent upper intermediate knowledge. The course is divided into three parts (parts 2 and 3 will take place in term 2 and 3). - Scottish Gaelic beginners: module 3Course start date: Thu 25 Sep 2025
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Morag TraynorContinue learning Scottish Gaelic this September!
Suitable if you have completed Scottish Gaelic beginners: module 2 or have an equivalent experience (e.g. have studied the language for 33 classroom hours). Continue learning to speak and understand Gaelic in this communicative course for beginners. The course also provides an introduction to Gaelic culture, poetry and songs. Based on units 8-10 of the coursebook 'Teach Yourself Gaelic'.Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £149.00 - Japanese 3 upper: module 1Course start date: Thu 25 Sep 2025
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Chikako NakagawaDevelop your intermediate Japanese. Suitable if you have completed 'Japanese 3 lower module 3' or studied Japanese for at least 4 years recently. Improve your level of intermediate Japanese on this communicative course which will give you the opportunity to develop your oral and listening skills as well as consolidate your reading and writing skills. Suitable if you have completed 'Japanese 3 lower' or equivalent.. - Italian GCSECourse start date: Thu 26 Sep 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Francesco BucciolGain a GCSE qualification and develop your practical language and exam skills. Suitable if you have studied Italian for about two years. The course fee includes non-refundable exam costs, payable in advance. Course fees are payable in instalments.
This course will be delivered online. However, a mock exam will take place in February 2025 at our central London college. You will therefore need to make sure that you make the necessary arrangements so that you can attend. The date will be posted when the mock exam has been set up.
The official exams will also take place at our Covent Garden college during the months of May and June (exact dates to be confirmed). Please note that the end date of the course may change depending on when the official exams are scheduled.
* Please note that, subject to government guidance, we might need to implement a contingency plan to be followed in the event of exam cancellations.
**City Lit is an adult education college, so we are only able to accept candidates who are aged 19 or over.Full fee £884.00 Senior fee £884.00 Concession £55.00 - Dutch 3: module 1Course start date: Thu 25 Sep 2025
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Francine van den BergPractise and improve your upper intermediate Dutch in this communicative course, with the emphasis on listening and speaking skills. Suitable if you have completed 'Dutch intermediate' or have studied Dutch for about 2 years. - Russian 4: module 1Course start date: Thu 25 Sep 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Alla YoungDiscuss aspects of Russian literature and other cultural matters and learn some advanced grammar. Suitable if you have completed Russian 3 at City Lit or have actively studied the language for at least 3 years.Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £155.00 - Japanese 2 lower: module 3Course start date: Thu 25 Sep 2025 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Junko FuseFurther develop your listening and speaking skills in Japanese. Suitable if you have completed 2 lower: module 2 or studied for nearly 2 years recently.Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £155.00 - French 2 lower: module 3Course start date: Thu 25 Sep 2025 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Daniel FernandezContinue improving your elementary French in this lively interactive course. The course is suitable if you have completed a French 2 lower: module 2 course or have an equivalent level.Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £149.00 - Dutch 2: module 1Course start date: Thu 25 Sep 2025
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Francine van den BergDevelop your communication skills in Dutch for everyday situations.Suitable if you have completed Dutch beginners:module 3 or equivalent or have been learning Dutch for one year.Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £155.00 - Chinese 3 upper: module 1Course start date: Thu 25 Sep 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonLearn Chinese Mandarin in the heart of London on this lively classroom-based course.
Develop your fluency in this course taught in Chinese (Mandarin), with the emphasis on speaking and listening. Suitable if you have studied Mandarin for about 3-4 years and have a good command of the language.Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £155.00 - Italian 2 lower: module 2Course start date: Thu 25 Sep 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Silvana VistolaSuitable if you have completed Italian 2 lower: module 1. Improve your elementary Italian on this communicative course. The emphasis is on developing your oral skills. Suitable if you have completed 2 Lower: module 1 or equivalent. Based on Nuovo Espresso 2 (Alma Edizioni - Italian version).Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £149.00 - Ancient Greek 1: module 1Course start date: Thu 8 May 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Learn the basic grammatical structures and vocabulary so that you can begin to read straightforward Ancient Greek prose. Suitable also if you have some basic or rusty knowledge of the language.
Full fee £209.00 Senior fee £167.00 Concession £136.00
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