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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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- A taste of creative writing
Course start date: Sat 13 Aug 2022 (and 11 other dates)Location on this date: Online (other locations are available)
Tutors: Sophie McKenzieGive creative writing a try on this fun and supportive online short course. Ideal if you want to express yourself but need help in getting started. Guided exercises will encourage you to experiment and unlock your imagination. Please note: this course has a 2-hr break from 12:30-14:30.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £69.00 Concession £35.00 - Book arts drop-inCourse start date: Fri 5 Aug 2022 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Sue DoggettA one-day, tutor supported book arts workshop. This short course is ideal for students who would like some technical or conceptual advice and the space to work on a personal project. Students will work independently with one to one support.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £69.00 Concession £69.00 - Current affairsCourse start date: Wed 21 Sep 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street (other locations are available)
Tutors: Michael BloomfieldDo you want to find out more about the issues in the news? Enrol early for lively, informed discussion on current events in Britain and the world. Tutor: Michael Bloomfield.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £50.00 - Massage: workshopCourse start date: Sat 6 Aug 2022 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Hilary LyonsGain an insight into how massage can alleviate stress and promote relaxation and healing through touch. Learn the basic techniques and how you can perform this therapy on family and friends. Suitable for those at an interest level or wishing to progress to accredited ITEC courses.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £179.00 - Becoming confident and secure with mobile data: safely managing and syncing your files and accounts across your computer, smartphone and tabletCourse start date: Mon 17 Jul 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Are you using both a smartphone and a PC? Do you have different accounts but unsure how they link to one another? Have you asked yourself 'How did my photos get on my mobile device - I didn't put them there?' Operating across different digital devices and accounts can be helpful but also confusing and potentially compromises your digital security. On this course you will learn how to sync and manage your files across multiple devices so you can be sure where your different files are, are organised effectively and are secure.
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 £69.00 Senior fee £55.00 Concession £35.00 - Introduction to using the sewing machineCourse start date: Sun 25 Sep 2022 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Rachel SelormeyAn introduction to using the sewing machine. Learn how to use the sewing machine safely and competently.
We also look at troubleshooting and different sewing techniques.Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £79.00 - The Odyssey reading group (in translation)Course start date: Thu 14 Jul 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Justin MurrayHomer’s epic tale of Odysseus’ journey home after the Trojan War may now be over 2,500 years old but it still has much to tell us about the Ancient Greek world that is still relevant today. Explore this great work in translation.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £64.00 - Italian beginners: an introductionCourse start date: Tue 19 Jul 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Learn to speak Italian from scratch, focusing on your listening and speaking skills.Taught in Italian with the emphasis on developing your listening and speaking skills.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £64.00 - Spanish 2: revisit and consolidateCourse start date: Wed 13 Jul 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Analía ToloneRevise and consolidate your speaking and listening skills, as well as your grammar. Suitable if you have completed 'Spanish 1 rápidamente', 'Spanish 2 lower' or 'Spanish 1 fast-track year 1', 'Spanish 2 upper' or have an equivalent knowledge of the language (two years’ study).
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £64.00 - Ways into creative writing: intensiveCourse start date: Tue 2 Aug 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Sarah LeipcigerAre you brand new to creative writing? Do you want to build your confidence in a supportive online environment alongside other beginners? This faster-pace short-course guides students taking their first steps on the path to becoming a creative writer.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £89.00 Senior fee £89.00 Concession £45.00 - Italian 2 upper: module 3 intensiveCourse start date: Wed 3 Aug 2022
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Rosanna CarlàImprove your lower intermediate Italian on this communicative course. The emphasis is on the development of your oral skills. This summer course is intended for learners who wish to complete Italian 2 upper so they can join an Italian 3 lower: module 1 course in the September term. Suitable if you have completed Italian 2 upper: module 2 or equivalent. Based on Nuovo Espresso 2 (Alma Edizioni - Italian version).
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £63.00 Concession £48.00
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