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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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- Art history taster
Course start date: Fri 5 Jul 2024 (and 6 other dates)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Sarah JaffrayCurious about art history? Join us for this taster session where we explore different ways into visual art and its histories from the ancient to the contemporary.Full fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £10.00 - Japanese: Kanji Theory & PracticeCourse start date: Wed 10 Jul 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Chikako NakagawaFurther develop your knowledge of kanji, the kanji system and your writing skills. Suitable if you have completed 'Japanese writing for beginners', parts 1 and 2, or equivalent, and comfortable with Kana.Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £77.00 - Drawing from plants and flowers Course start date: Mon 8 Apr 2024 (and 5 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ro SylvesterExplore the delicacy and beauty of plants and flowers through the medium of drawing. Respond to their structural qualities and colours, using a range of media and taking inspiration from a rich and varied history of the subject. Suitable for all levels of experience.Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00 - Storytelling for business and pleasure 1Course start date: Wed 24 Apr 2024 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: John EastmanAll cultures respect the world of Story. The ability to tell Stories, in a variety of settings, is a skill that has seen a strong resurgence both in the workplace and in contemporary performance. Gain greater confidence in your communication skills and apply this to your wider experience. This course will be delivered online.
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 - City Lit textiles: mixed media Course start date: Tue 17 Sep 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Investigate mixed-media textiles through this project-based course which introduces a variety of materials, techniques and design processes. You will develop a creative portfolio of textile samples using sketchbook research and finally work towards a finished piece.Full fee £549.00 Senior fee £439.00 Concession £357.00 - Yoga for Deaf people: mixed levelsCourse start date: Wed 17 Apr 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Sarah ScottLearn yoga postures and breathing exercises. Improve your body and breath awareness, posture, strength and flexibility, and practise relaxation techniques. For those with little or no experience of yoga.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £104.00 - Speak Shakespeare monologues and scenes: tragediesCourse start date: Wed 18 Sep 2024
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Vernon ThompsonThis evening course in the college enables you to work on and speak Shakespearean monologues with confidence, with focus this term on Macbeth and Romeo & Juliet. We will also rehearse duologues from these plays, and look into their background. A fun class which allows you to perform monologues and scene work from Shakespeare plays with conviction. - Exploring British cinemaCourse start date: Wed 18 Sep 2024
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Jon WisbeyDefining itself around themes such as realism, class and national identity, British cinema continues to find critical and popular acclaim, both domestically and internationally. This course explores British cinema, past and present, through a range of critical concepts and approaches, films - including both popular and art house - and filmmakers, and considers its function as a national cinema.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £77.00 - Draw, paint, print Course start date: Wed 17 Apr 2024 (and 4 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Mary WintourOn this experimental course, you will draw, paint and print in often unfamiliar ways in order to catch the unexpected. Through experimentation and reflection, you will collate a personal collection of work. .Full fee £339.00 Senior fee £271.00 Concession £220.00 - Writing fantasy stories Course start date: Wed 17 Apr 2024 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Victoria M. AdamsBuild fantastical worlds, fill them with compelling characters and learn how to structure innovative plotlines in this perfect introduction for those with a passion for fantasy.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £110.00 - Chinese 5: module 1Course start date: Wed 2 Oct 2024
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Fei WangLearn Chinese Mandarin on this lively online course.
For advanced learners ( Citylit advanced level) of Mandarin Chinese to improve their speaking, listening and command of the Chinese language at a higher level (equivalent to HSK-4). Suitable if you have studied Chinese part-time for at least 5-6 years/ full-time for more than two years and have been self-learning and using Chinese occasionally in life/work or if you have passed HSK level-3 or equivalent (1500 vocabulary items or more).Students should be able to read Chinese characters.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £142.00 - Manual lymphatic drainage: detox for face and neckCourse start date: Wed 2 Oct 2024
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Janet WhiteheadWould you like to learn how to give a detox facial massage? Based on the lymphatic system, this technique is designed to eliminate toxins and improve the skin's appearance by boosting the immune system.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £179.00 - Introduction to Herbal MedicineCourse start date: Wed 2 Oct 2024
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Ellie HollyHerbal medicine has lot to offer when it comes to improving mood, reducing anxiety, improving cognitive function and increasing energy levels. Herbal medicine is the use of whole plant extracts to treat illness and to prevent disease. When used correctly, herbal medicines offer a safe and effective way to improve mental health. Many herbs can be used safely alongside orthodox medicines. This course is all about giving you the knowledge you need to feel confident buying and trying herbal medicines to support your own health.
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 £69.00 - Writing an academic essay
Course start date: Mon 22 Apr 2024 (and 2 other dates)Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Sinead KeeganA crash course in essay writing – beginnings, middles and ends. Suitable for students on A level and access courses or undergraduates.
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 - Diet, nutrition and supplements for menopause and perimenopauseCourse start date: Wed 16 Oct 2024
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Ellie HollyThis course is ideal for all women going through the peri-menopause, menopause, and beyond who wish to improve their hormone balance, energy levels, weight management, mood, and reduce menopause symptoms.
We will discuss how the body is affected by hormonal changes, and how diet, nutrition and exercise can help. We will talk about the specific foods and drinks you should be eating, and what you should be avoiding. Supplements and micronutrients will be covered in detail. We will discuss the pros and cons of HRT, and how to support the body whether or not you are using HRT. There will be time for individual questions.
The tutor is highly experienced at supporting women through the menopause, and this course is packed with useful information – it should not be missed.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00
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