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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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If you can't decide which subject to study, why not try some of our short taster courses?
- Using Apple Mac OS: short introductionCourse start date: Tue 4 Apr 2023 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Michael HardingLearn about Apple Mac computers: the desktop, layout and environment, how to open, save and close files, and navigate the operating system.Full fee £49.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £32.00 - Create a short film in a dayCourse start date: Wed 5 Apr 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: David KlineShoot, edit and export a short film in this fun and fast paced practical introduction to film making.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £69.00 Concession £69.00 - Spanish beginners: module 3Course start date: Wed 18 Jan 2023 (and 5 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street (other locations are available)
Tutors: Analía ToloneContinue learning to speak Spanish on this lively, communicative course for near beginners. Taught in Spanish with the emphasis on developing your listening and speaking skills. Based on units 11-15 of Ele Actual A1(IF) (libro del alumno) and exercise book (SM Publishers). Suitable if you have completed module 2.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £129.00 - The 60 minute writer
Course start date: Tue 10 Jan 2023 (and 7 other dates)Location on this date: Online (other locations are available)
Tutors: Tasha KavanaghFit creative writing into your busy day: a relaxed, informal rolling programme for writers of all levels of experience who enjoy being thrown new ideas and experimenting with poetry and prose.
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 £50.00 - Sketchbooks: ideas, materials and techniquesCourse start date: Wed 19 Apr 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ruth BrisonA fantastic introduction to creative processes using a variety of different media to develop an exciting sketchbook. A sketchbook is a great place to try things out, make mistakes and take risks - all in the nature of experimentation. Suitable for beginners as well as those with some previous drawing experience.Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £135.00 Concession £110.00 - BSL level 1Course start date: Wed 21 Sep 2022 (and 5 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Peter BrownHave you always wanted to learn British Sign Language and communicate with Deaf people? Develop the skills you need to gain the level 1 BSL qualification, accredited by Signature. The fees for BSL level 1 courses include a year's subscription to Signworld.
You may wish to study BSL without the pressure of an exam, or just for fun. We can arrange for you to be taught without a formal final assessment and you will receive a certificate of attendance.Full fee £599.00 Senior fee £503.00 Concession £454.00 - Watercolour painting: mixed media techniquesCourse start date: Sat 22 Apr 2023 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Jack DuplockWatercolour has a rich tradition - this course will explore the more experimental ways of using this pleasurable medium and will present new possibilities for producing exciting new work with mixed media. Make inventive combinations of media to draw from your own found imagery, photographs and sketches.Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £135.00 Concession £110.00 - Introduction to PythonCourse start date: Sun 12 Mar 2023 (and 5 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Manisha ManiarWant to learn more about how computers work or what computer programmers do? Get started in computer programming using the most popular and easy-to-use computer programming language Python.Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £175.00 Concession £142.00 - Spanish beginners: module 2Course start date: Fri 13 Jan 2023 (and 6 other dates)
Location on this date: Online (other locations are available)
Tutors: Gracia ChinchillaContinue learning to speak Spanish on this lively, communicative course for near beginners. Taught in Spanish with the emphasis on developing your listening and speaking skills. Based on units 6-10 of 'Ele Actual A1' (libro del alumno) and exercise book (SM Publishers).
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 - German beginners: module 1Course start date: Sat 28 Jan 2023 (and 5 other dates)
Location on this date: Online (other locations are available)
Tutors: Anna RiolandThe course aims to enable students to begin to communicate with some fluency in a range of everyday situations. The emphasis is on the practical use of German and the development of your speaking and listening skills. Based on chapters 1-4 of Willkommen (Hodder Arnold).
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 £159.00 Concession £129.00 - Podcasting: introductionCourse start date: Mon 20 Mar 2023 (and 7 other dates)
Location on this date: Online (other locations are available)
Tutors: Amber Raney-KincadeDo you want to create your own podcast? This is your chance to develop your ideas into a fully-fledged podcast which you will produce in this course.
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 - Drawing and mindfulnessCourse start date: Wed 26 Apr 2023 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street (other locations are available)
Tutors: Clare Barton-HarveyAn opportunity to explore the beauty and simplicity of the ancient practice of mindfulness in the context of drawing. Explore how the two disciplines complement each other, leading to greater clarity of perception, aliveness and appreciation. A practical drawing course, from observation.Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £155.00 - Latin 3: module 2Course start date: Mon 16 Jan 2023 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Sara De MartinContinue to study Latin grammar and improve your skills at reading and translating Latin texts, as well as exploring Roman culture and history.
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 - Public speaking: intensiveCourse start date: Wed 22 Feb 2023 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Online (other locations are available)
Tutors: Allis MossWhatever your reasons for speaking publicly, allay your fears in this intensive online course by learning techniques for formal and impromptu speeches, introductions, discussion leading and public questioning, and boost your general confidence at the same time.
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 £139.00 - Acting: beginnersCourse start date: Sun 15 Jan 2023 (and 8 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Lawrence LambertExplore 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
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