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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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- Sing music theatre workshopCourse start date: Wed 27 Apr 2022 (and 4 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Heather LongmanExplore music theatre singing and grow your knowledge of the repertoire in a supportive group workshop. Suitable for singers and actors wanting to improve their singing technique. Be guided through the basics to find the right singing qualities for this repertoire.Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £95.00 Concession £81.00 - Russian beginners: module 3Course start date: Thu 29 Sep 2022 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Marina De YongImprove your elementary Russian on this communicative course. The emphasis is on speaking and listening, and you will gain a basic grounding in Russian grammar.Suitable if you have completed beginners: module 2 or equivalent.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £85.00 - French beginners: module 1Course start date: Mon 9 May 2022 (and 12 other dates)
Location on this date: Online (other locations are available)
Tutors: Yolande Mallet De ChaunyLearn French on this lively course for beginners, taught in French with the emphasis on developing your speaking and listening skills.
Note: The fees include all teaching materials.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £189.00 Senior fee £151.00 Concession £115.00 - Certificate in counselling skills
Course start date: Thu 16 Sep 2021 (and 10 other dates)Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Edna OgundareThe application process for this course is now closed.
Do you want to develop counselling skills for paid or voluntary work? This course includes occasional weekend sessions which you will be required to join and one compulsory residential trip away.
In order to apply for this course, please ensure that:
• you have (or will have) completed an introductory counselling course of 30 hours, with an attendance record of at least 80% (within the last three years) . OR
• you have completed an introductory counselling course of 30 hours with an attendance record of at least 70% AND you have completed a ‘Counselling introduction: advanced’ course (or equivalent) with an attendance record of at least 80% (within the last three years)
• you are able to speak and write fluently in English (level 2/GCSE).
The course fee is £1849, plus an upfront fee of £250 payable at the time of your enrolment.
If you are unable to pay the course fee upfront, you can choose to apply for an Advanced Learner Loan from Student Finance England (SFE) to help cover the cost, repayable after the course ends. You can find more information about the Advanced Learner Loan www.citylit.ac.uk/advanced-learner-loans
If you are unable to pay the upfront fee, you can talk to our Information, Advice and Guidance team who will advise you on other financial support available. You can contact the Advice and Guidance Team by phone on 020 7492 2500 or by email: advice@citylit.ac.uk
For more information, please call Psychology, Counselling & Personal Development on 020 7492 2530.Full fee £2,199.00 Senior fee £2,199.00 Concession £2,199.00 - Diploma in therapeutic counselling: integrative pathwayCourse start date: Thu 16 Sep 2021 (and 6 other dates)
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Ana WellbrookThe application process for this course is now closed.
You will need to have completed a level 3 certificate in counselling skills course (minimum 145GLH) within the last three years to be eligible to apply. This two-year course awarded by ABC Awards qualifies you to practise as a counsellor.
The course fee is £2225, plus an upfront fee of £2374 payable at the time of your enrolment.
If you are unable to pay the course fee upfront, you can choose to apply for an Advanced Learner Loan from Student Finance England (SFE) to help cover the cost, repayable after the course ends. You can find more information about the Advanced Learner Loan www.citylit.ac.uk/advanced-learner-loans
If you are unable to pay the upfront fee, you can talk to our Information, Advice and Guidance team who will advise you on other financial support available. You can contact the Advice and Guidance Team by phone on 020 7492 2500 or by email: advice@citylit.ac.uk
For more information, please call Psychology, Counselling & Personal Development on 020 7492 2530.Full fee £4,599.00 Senior fee £4,599.00 Concession £4,599.00 - Biblical Hebrew 3: module 1Course start date: Thu 19 Jan 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Rachel MontaguFurther your knowledge of Hebrew grammar and develop your ability to translate from the Bible. Suitable for those who have completed Level 2 at City Lit or have an equivalent knowledge.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £169.00 Concession £110.00 - Develop your jewellery design and makingCourse start date: Thu 12 May 2022 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Elizabeth BoneFancy honing your jewellery making skills in a professional workshop with an expert tutor? If you're an intermediate to advanced jewellery maker and would like to improve your designs and push your technical skills to a higher standard, this hands on, expert led course is for you. Perfect your skills, try different techniques and discover new design approaches.Full fee £599.00 Senior fee £479.00 Concession £389.00 - English grammar for deaf people (entry 1) - part 1Course start date: Thu 15 Sep 2022
Location on this date: Keeley Street
This course is suitable if you have enough vocabulary to be able to read and write basic sentences. During this course, you will learn more vocabulary and grammar to help you talk, read and write about yourself, your family and friends and complete forms, short sms and e-mails. This course has no exams.Full fee £0.00 Senior fee £0.00 Concession £0.00 - The rise and fall of Empires 1885-1940Course start date: Thu 15 Sep 2022
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Alison ApplebyIn 1885, there were numerous empires, some solely in Europe, others spanning Asia and other parts of the world. Why did some of these empires collapse and others expand as a result of the Great War? N.B. no session on 27 October.Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £130.00 - English for deaf people: Communicating confidently at work (entry 3 - Level 2)Course start date: Thu 15 Sep 2022
Location on this date: Online
Do you want to develop your communication skills to participate, express and progress at work? This course will use a range of techniques to teach you how to get ahead in work situations. You will be introduced to practical language, vocabulary and skills. You will learn through realistic activities that are based on various work situations. This course has no exam.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £0.00 Senior fee £0.00 Concession £0.00 - Carving in wood or stoneCourse start date: Thu 5 May 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Belinda EdwardsGet inspired by trying carving techniques in wood or stone and create your own small carving. Suitable for anyone from beginners to experienced carvers. This course will explore the characteristics of wood and stone, lead
you through the steps of design and carving, encourage you to explore and develop your ideas, and develop your ideas and try more experimental techniques.Full fee £469.00 Senior fee £375.00 Concession £305.00 - The Great (European) Powers and the Ottoman Empire: the Eastern Question, 1768-1914Course start date: Thu 15 Sep 2022
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Sebastien ArdouinThe decline of the Ottoman Empire shaped the relations with and between the Great Powers, giving birth to new countries and spheres of influence, the legacy of which is still felt to this day.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £259.00 Concession £130.00 - Acting: beginnersCourse start date: Thu 28 Apr 2022 (and 7 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Deirdre Strath ClydeExplore 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 supportive environment.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £129.00 - Developing your poetryCourse start date: Thu 28 Apr 2022 (and 10 other dates)
Location on this date: Online (other locations are available)
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £209.00 Senior fee £209.00 Concession £105.00 - Piano/keyboards 2ACourse start date: Thu 22 Sep 2022 (and 4 other dates)
Location on this date: Online (other locations are available)
Tutors: Jonathan WilsonThis third year of our piano programme begins with repertoire of a grade 1 standard. Improve your technique, fluency of reading and playing, and exploring more complex rhythm patterns.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £189.00 Senior fee £189.00 Concession £123.00
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