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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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- Spanish Art 1900-1937: the age of Picasso, Miró and Dalí
Course start date: Wed 1 Nov 2023Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Mark Stuart-SmithReflecting a 'silver age' of literature, art in Spain before the Civil war encompasses the modernist genius of Picasso, Juan Gris and Miró; the surrealism of Dalí and the late Impressionism of Joaquín Sorolla.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £116.00 - Acting for radio and podcast dramas: beginnersCourse start date: Wed 1 Nov 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: David GoodersonExplore acting and performing for radio, working on scenes, sound effects, monologues, commercials, voiceovers and all kinds of microphone techniques, in a supportive but professional environment. This course will be held in the media studio. Tutor: David Gooderson.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £139.00 - Renaissance art: making, locating and viewingCourse start date: Wed 8 Nov 2023
Location on this date: Off Site
Tutors: Emma Rose BarberThis course explores the Making, the Locating and the Viewing of Renaissance paintings in the collection of the National Gallery. This course takes place at the National Gallery.Full fee £179.00 - An introduction to project managementCourse start date: Wed 24 Apr 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ayo AlegbeleyeWant to learn about project management? You will learn techniques to ensure that controlled management of a project is obtained from start to finish.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £129.00 - Introduction to BSL Course start date: Wed 5 Jun 2024 (and 7 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Carolina Delgado EspejoInterested in learning British Sign Language? Learn some basic vocabulary and grammar, and decide if you want to progress to the level 1 qualification.Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £167.00 - Creative non-fiction Course start date: Tue 19 Sep 2023 (and 10 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Explore practical and imaginative approaches to creative non fiction, including travel writing, life writing and the essay. Analyse published work, produce your own pieces, and benefit from detailed feedback.Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £110.00 - Touch typing and keyboard skills Course start date: Tue 12 Sep 2023 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Do you need to learn to type quickly and efficiently? Are you working or do you want to work in administration? Learn how to type with correct finger placement without looking at the keyboard. Build your speed with practice and speed tests. No previous experience required.
This course is FREE if a) you are on a Low Wage or b) you are either on Jobseekers' Allowance (JSA) or Employment & Support Allowance(ESA) or c) you want to get a job or progress into a better job and you receive other state benefits (including Universal Credit). For more information click hereFull fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £90.00 - Chi Kung five elements: moving from the centre: all levels Course start date: Wed 20 Sep 2023 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Heike ClarkeWould you like to add some stillness to your existing chi kung practice?
In this weekly course we will follow the support cycle of the five elements earth, metal, water, wood and fire. With a focus on earth and metal. We will slow down and connect to stillness, become more grounded, centred and relaxed, get a better energy flow and become more aware of ourselves, others and our surroundings. We will also do some standing and sitting meditation.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £125.00 - Pilates mixed levels with CathyCourse start date: Wed 20 Sep 2023 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Cathy NorrisLearn unique Pilates exercises to improve your core strength, muscular strength, balance, posture and relaxation. Develop your technique, use small equipment, and progress your practise. Include these enjoyable exercises into your daily routine for improved health.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £125.00 - Calligraphy: modern copperplate variations
Course start date: Wed 10 Jan 2024 (and 1 other date)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Veiko KespersaksLearn how to write elegant stylish letterforms using a flexible pointed nib with ink. Once you’ve learnt how to write a basic alphabet we’ll begin breaking the rules of traditional calligraphy to find a style that is all your own. The course is suitable for beginners as well as improvers.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £129.00 - Pilates beginners with CathyCourse start date: Wed 10 Jan 2024 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Cathy NorrisLearn Pilates’ exercises to improve your general health at a gentle and enjoyable pace. This course covers basic moves to improve core strength, balance and posture. Suitable for all, including complete beginners and those who want to exercise at a slower pace.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £125.00 - Ancient Greek 4: module 2Course start date: Mon 25 Sep 2023 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Elena VaccaContinue to study Ancient Greek grammar and improve your skills at reading and translating Greek texts. Based on Reading Greek, 2nd edition, Cambridge University Press, 2 volumes.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £129.00 - Acting: beginnersCourse start date: Wed 17 Jan 2024 (and 12 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Explore the fundamentals of acting on this practical course, designed for people with little or no experience of acting. Increase your confidence and discover your potential in a safe and creative environment.Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £142.00 - Latin 4 upper: module 2Course start date: Wed 27 Sep 2023 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Andrew DavidContinue to study Latin grammar and improve your fluency in reading and translating Latin. Based on Reading Latin (2nd edition, Cambridge University Press, 2 vols).
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £129.00 - Ancient Greek 2: module 1Course start date: Wed 27 Sep 2023 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Hugo CookDevelop your understanding of Ancient Greek grammatical structures and vocabulary so that you can continue to read straightforward Classical Greek prose. We will follow the JACT Reading Greek course, a textbook designed for adult learners based on original Ancient Greek sources.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £129.00
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