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The biggest choice of adult education short courses in London and online

Looking for courses? City Lit offers thousands of courses, guided walks, expert talks, and events—more than any other college in London. Whether you’re interested in a one-off talk, a short course over a few weeks, or a year-long programme, you’ll find flexible options to suit your schedule and goals.

We offer online courses as well in-person courses from our Covent Garden campus and we offers a variety of classes 7 days a weekin order to fit into your lifestyle whether you want to learn in the daytime, evenings, or on weekends.

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City Lit is the UK’s leading adult education provider. Over 30 000 learners choose City Lit every year to learn something new. 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.

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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.

Dive into an unparalleled range of online courses with City Lit, the UK’s leading adult education provider. 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.

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. Improve your speaking voice
    Last Few Places, Evening
    Course start date:  Fri 6 Jun 2025 (and 3 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Giles Abbott
    Come and improve your vocal skills through voice production and speech exercises. Learn about self presentation, develop spontaneity and gain greater confidence by improving your communication skills in the workplace.
    Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £104.00
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  2. Feminism for the 21st century: many genders and even more trouble
    Course start date:  Fri 21 Feb 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Katie Goss
    In the twenty-first century, feminist theories of othering and oppression, identity and relation, sex and sexuality come into new life. From trans-medicine and Artificial Reproductive Technologies to climate crisis and internet activism, feminism remains at the forefront of struggles for a more just and inhabitable world. This course will explore how feminist thought is undergoing interesting transformations to meet these and other challenges of our times.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
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  3. The economics of infrastructure in a globalized world
    Course start date:  Fri 21 Feb 2025

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Caglar Ezikoglu
    Explore the economic dynamics of global infrastructure development, addressing challenges and strategies for sustainable growth in our interconnected world.



    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 £119.00 Concession £77.00
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  4. Italian 3: lingua e cultura
    Course start date:  Fri 21 Feb 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Flavia D'Angelantonio
    An ideal chance to put your Italian into practice discussing Italian culture and practise your language skills. We'll talk about food, art, music and other topics of interest to the class.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
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  5. Winter Wildlife Walks: Rainham Marshes and Walthamstow Wetlands
    Course start date:  Fri 21 Feb 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Ben Chapple
    1. London has some of the best urban wetland nature reserves in the world. In this course, we’ll explore two contrasting, but equally rewarding, wetland sites, learning about the common birds and other animals that live there, as well as the challenges of urban conservation. NB this course consists of 2 classroom based lectures and 2 walks - the first session will take place onsite at Keeley Street.
    Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £95.00 Concession £77.00
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  6. Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £75.00
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  7. Advancing your practice for speech and language therapists
    Course start date:  Fri 18 Jul 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Carolyn Cheasman, Corinne Moffatt-Santos
    This course is for speech and language therapists working with adults or young people who stammer wishing to develop their practice. It will provide opportunity to update your knowledge and learn from peers.



    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 £129.00 Concession £129.00
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  8. Creating your own portfolio career
    Course start date:  Fri 28 Feb 2025

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Lila Veltze
    The impact of the Covid pandemic has resulted in many people having to rethink the way they work. In this climate the Portfolio Career has emerged as one of the fastest growing work models in the UK, providing not only the financial security of multiple income streams but enabling people to experiment with self-employment in a low risk way, as well as give expression to their diverse interests and talents.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
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  9. Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £90.00
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  10. Voiceovers: advanced
    Evening
    Course start date:  Fri 28 Feb 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  David Thorpe
    Expanding on the skills mastered in the Improvers course, you will gain deeper experience in microphone and voiceover techniques, working towards a higher professional standard. This more challenging course will provide you with a focused range of audio/voiceover materials.
    Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £104.00
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  11. Between Greece and Rome: Etruscan art
    Course start date:  Fri 28 Feb 2025

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Simone Chisena
    Explore the figurative world of the elusive Etruscan civilization - from lavish painted tombs to enigmatic terracotta urns and majestic bronze sculptures.



    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
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  12. Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
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  13. Generative AI strategy and governance
    Course start date:  Fri 7 Mar 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Vina Theodorakopoulou
    The Generative AI Strategy and Governance course will explore the strategic and ethical implications of generative AI adoption, focusing on responsible governance and effective strategies.



    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 £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £129.00
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  14. Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £77.00
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  15. Generative AI tools for programming
    Course start date:  Fri 27 Jun 2025 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Muhammad Khan
    Generative AI is transforming programming. This course builds on your Python skills, teaching you to leverage AI tools like ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot to generate, debug, and optimize code. Hands-on projects will enhance your coding efficiency and creativity.



    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 £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
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