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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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- Drawing 1
Course start date: Wed 18 Jan 2023 (and 6 other dates)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Brian SayersExplore the creative possibilities of drawing, gain confidence and broaden your expectations and understanding. Learn and develop key drawing concepts: function of line, tone, texture, form, composition and mark making through a carefully structured approach.Full fee £389.00 Senior fee £311.00 Concession £253.00 - Counselling: an introductionCourse start date: Wed 21 Sep 2022 (and 23 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Constance FfrenchEnhance your personal skills, learn more about yourself and take your first step in counselling training on this primarily experiential course, underpinned by the 3 main theoretical approaches in counselling. There are 12 Counselling: an introduction courses available, with courses running daytimes, evenings and weekends. Whatever your schedule, you can find a course that works for you! See 'Please choose a course date' in the toolbar to select your preferred dates.
This course is exempt from our usual refund and transfer policy, therefore if you change your mind and would like a refund you must request this at least 3 week before the course is due to start. We charge an admin fee of 20% (minimum £10) per refund processed. We will not give you a refund for this course if we receive your request less than 3 weeks before the course starts or once the course has started.Full fee £329.00 Senior fee £329.00 Concession £214.00 - Touch typing and keyboard skillsCourse start date: Tue 13 Sep 2022 (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 - Photography for beginnersCourse start date: Wed 26 Oct 2022 (and 8 other dates)
Location on this date: Photography Studio
Tutors: Ed GregoryAlways wondered what half the buttons on your camera actually do? Discover how to use them properly and produce impressive photographs, even as a complete beginner. Gain useful technical knowledge and get expert creative guidance in easy-to-understand language. An ideal first step before enrolling on our intermediate courses.Full fee £319.00 Senior fee £255.00 Concession £207.00 - Adobe Photoshop: stage 1Course start date: Wed 14 Sep 2022
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Michael HardingLearn about the potential and possibilities available to you when using Adobe Photoshop,and develop some practical skill and knowledge.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £129.00 - Drawing and painting portraits: contemporary approaches and techniquesCourse start date: Wed 14 Sep 2022
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Chris GrayExplore dynamic and some more experimental approaches to drawing and painting portraits. This course will offer opportunities to try out a range of techniques to develop portraits working from the live model.
Suitable for enthusiastic beginners as well as those wishing to refresh their practice or stimulate new ways of working.Full fee £359.00 Senior fee £287.00 Concession £233.00 - Excel: advancedCourse start date: Wed 6 Jul 2022 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Online (other locations are available)
Tutors: Aurica JalbaLearn advanced features of Excel: linking, advanced sorting, filtering, advanced formulae, scenarios, data validation and audit spreadsheet, pivot tables and macros to create and work with complex spreadsheets.
This course is FREE if a) you live in London and your job is at risk of redundancy 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 here
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 £123.00 - Introduction to printmaking techniquesCourse start date: Mon 27 Jun 2022 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Anne-Marie FosterThis fast-paced course reveals the main processes used to make fine art prints. You will learn both relief and intaglio methods. For beginners and those with limited experience who want to discover how printmaking techniques actually work. An ideal way to start printmaking.Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00 - Writing for magazinesCourse start date: Wed 18 Jan 2023 (and 7 other dates)
Location on this date: Online (other locations are available)
Get inspired to write on this practical course for freelance journalists and bloggers. Learn to carry out research, interview people, pitch and publish stories, and build your presence on social media.
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 £65.00 - Introduction to BSLCourse start date: Wed 7 Jun 2023 (and 7 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Marios CostiInterested 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 £199.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £139.00 - Digital skills for the workplace: using Excel (foundation)Course start date: Wed 18 Jan 2023 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Do you need to learn how to use Excel for the office or to keep track of your finances? Do you want to be able to handle, present data and make calculations inside and outside of work? This course is perfect for anyone who needs a good foundation on the basics of Microsoft's popular spreadsheet program. On this course, you will learn how to enter and present data and make it visually appealing, readable and usable through changes of font, style, use of tables and other formatting features. You will practise making calculations, using functions and formulae, modifying links between worksheets, as well as creating basic charts and graphs - a great way of visualizing data!
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 - Violin and viola 1CCourse start date: Wed 21 Sep 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Edmund TaylorLearn the basics of playing violin or viola in a friendly environment, using a range of fun music. Suitable for those who have been learning for at least two terms.Full fee £189.00 Senior fee £189.00 Concession £123.00 - Latin 2: module 3Course start date: Wed 21 Sep 2022 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Giulia DonelliImprove your knowledge of Latin grammar and your ability to read and write Latin, as well as exploring Roman culture and history. Suitable if you have completed Latin 2 module 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 £189.00 Senior fee £189.00 Concession £123.00 - Actor's voice: beginnersCourse start date: Wed 21 Sep 2022
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Nikki KellyImprove the quality of your voice and standard of speech; relaxation and alignment; breath capacity/control; articulation, forward placement and vocal expression, primarily aimed at performers. This course will be taught in the college.Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £103.00 - Acting: improversCourse start date: Wed 21 Sep 2022 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Sean CroftContinue your development as you explore a range of exercises and acting techniques that will illuminate and enliven a variety of scripts and scenes. Consolidate techniques and deepen your understanding in a safe and supportive atmosphere.Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £149.00
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