28 Days of Learning — Get 15% off now when you complete the challenge!

Take the quiz and enter the prize draw for a chance to WIN a free course. Terms and conditions apply. See full terms and conditions.

Get 15% off now >

Discount only valid on one course between £99 and £500 inclusive. Discount ends midnight Monday 2 December 2024. 

See full terms and conditions

Courses in London & Online

New courses added for 2025/26

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.

 

Browse all Courses by Category

Use our subject categories to find the right course for you. Narrow down your selection using the filters to find your course by level, location, start date, duration, and price.

Online Courses by Category

Languages

Over 30 languages

Writing

Become a published author

Visual Arts

Explore Art & Design

Skills for Life & Work

English & Maths

Learn from expert tutors

All our courses are taught by experts with professional industry experience. From published authors and academics to exhibited artists and performers.

Business & Marketing

Upgrade your digital skills

Humanities

Explore History, Culture, Science & More

Choose from thousands of courses

With our daytime, evening, and weekend courses, there's course that is convenient for you.

Centre for Deaf Education

BSL & Lipreading 

Wellbeing & Massage

Gain skills in wellbeing

Speech Therapy

Manage your stammer

Performing Arts

Drama, Dance & Music

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.

Taught by experts and practising professionals

All our courses are led by expert tutors including published authors, academics, practising artists, and experienced professionals; and they look forward to sharing their valuable knowledge and experience with you.


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.

 

 

 

Filters

7 Items

per page
  1. Nature and landscape photography: London location
    Course start date:  Fri 7 Nov 2025 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Rachel Wegh
    Widllife in the city is an exciting opportunity to work off-site and enjoy various surroundings focusing on flora and fauna. Travel to some of some of London’s finest open spaces whilst learning the photography skills required in focusing on details, landscape and capturing natures beauty. Ideal for beginners, those who want to broaden their photography skills and those wishing to continue building their photography portfolio.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £129.00
    Add to Compare
  2. Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £116.00
    Rating:
    93% of 100
    Add to Compare
  3. The art and culture of 17th century London
    Course start date:  Fri 26 Sep 2025

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Julie Barlow
    Discover the 17th century: a time of upheaval in Europe, intercontinental trade, religious schisms and a wide range of artistic styles. See its art, architecture and design in London’s galleries and museums. #arthistory #explorelondon #walkingtour.
    Full fee £299.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £194.00
    Add to Compare
  4. The City of London: the Square Mile
    Course start date:  Fri 10 Oct 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Hazel Baker
    Explore the City’s development from Roman and medieval times through to the Tudors and Stuarts.



    This course will consist of 8 walks starting with Roman London.
    Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £183.00 Concession £149.00
    Add to Compare
  5. Full fee £89.00 Senior fee £89.00 Concession £89.00
    Add to Compare
  6. Full fee £89.00 Senior fee £89.00 Concession £89.00
    Add to Compare
  7. Village London
    Last Few Places
    Course start date:  Wed 30 Apr 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Hazel Baker
    London is made up of a series of villages, each with its own individual characteristics. Explore Spitalfields



    Shoreditch, Finsbury, Clerkenwell, Islington, Soho, Fitzrovia and Mayfair on these 8 guided walks.
    Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £129.00
    Rating:
    100% of 100
    Add to Compare
per page

Can't see a course you want?

Add this category to your waiting list to set up alerts and we will update you when new courses are released online.

Add me to waiting list