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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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- Writing the cityCourse start date: Sun 21 Aug 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Off Site
Tutors: Rowan Hisayo BuchananThrough a combination of close observation and texts both old and new, you'll explore the depiction of inner city life in fiction, and write your own fiction inspired by the urban landscape in this short course.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £69.00 Concession £28.00 - Great works: Byrd's Quomodo cantabimusCourse start date: Wed 24 Aug 2022
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Edward BreenExplore the eight-voice motet Quomodo cantabimus (How shall we sing the Lord’s song in a strange land) by William Byrd and learn how it may be interpreted as a reaction to the newly-protestant England in which he lived.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £15.00 Concession £12.00 - BSL Taster SessionCourse start date: Wed 30 Nov 2022 (and 9 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Peter BrownThis is a one-off free session to give you a taste of what happens in a British Sign Language class. The class will be a fun and relaxed group where you will learn some basic signs in BSL. If you enjoy the class, you can discuss course options with the tutor at the end.Full fee £0.00 Senior fee £0.00 Concession £0.00 - Using Apple Mac OS: short introductionCourse start date: Sat 6 Aug 2022 (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 - LinkedIn: a detailed introductionCourse start date: Sat 17 Sep 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street (other locations are available)
Tutors: Manideepa PaulIn this longer, in-depth course, take a look at the crucial features to get started on building your network with LinkedIn.Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £63.00 Concession £51.00 - A taste of creative writingCourse 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 - Self defence and personal safety for womenCourse start date: Sat 6 Aug 2022 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Carla DraytonExplore physical and non-physical techniques for self defence, developing your assertiveness, body language and more. Women of any age or fitness level are welcome to come and enhance their confidence.Full fee £109.00 Senior fee £109.00 Concession £109.00 - Chi Kung for balance and relaxationCourse start date: Sun 27 Nov 2022 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Heike ClarkeWhat is Chi Kung and what are the benefits? Who is it suitable for? Chi Kung is suitable for all ages and is generally practised in standing position but it can also be done seated. It is a simple and easy to learn form of gentle exercise, harmonising breath and movement.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £39.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £39.00 - 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 - Build a website in a day with WordPressCourse start date: Sun 27 Nov 2022 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Julian HoldenWordPress is the world's most popular content management system, and it's free! On this intensive, one-day course you'll learn how to use it to build your own website.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £64.00 - Blogging: write your own blog using WordPressCourse start date: Tue 22 Nov 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Swati PanditLearn to create your own blog with this beginner’s course using WordPress and raise your online profile.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £64.00 - Becoming confident with online communication: ZoomCourse start date: Thu 6 Oct 2022 (and 4 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Are you new to Zoom? Have you started to use it but are unsure about some of its functions? Do you need to use Zoom at work, in your studies or to communicate with friends and relatives? Zoom is now as essential to communication as texts, emails, smartphones and PCs. This course will take you from the basics of being on Zoom as a participant and a host, including how to join meetings and set them up. You will learn what to do in both circumstances, what appropriate etiquette is, how to use chat and other features such as breakout rooms, how to share your screen, take control of someone else's screen and how to make sure you don't do something on Zoom that you shouldn't.
By the end of this course, you will be able to comfortably host a meeting with friends or work colleagues, communicate, privately share and collaborate on projects or ideas.
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 £19.00 Senior fee £15.00 Concession £10.00 - Craft focus: character in fictionCourse start date: Sat 12 Nov 2022 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online (other locations are available)
Tutors: Tasha KavanaghIn fiction, character and plot are inseparable. Without characters in stories there can be no action or plot. In this short course you'll learn how to create characters that can drive a narrative forward and deepen its themes. (Course includes a 2-hr break.).
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 - Alexander technique: workshopCourse start date: Sun 7 Aug 2022 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Brita ForsstromDiscover how to return your body to its natural state of balance and poise in this beginner's guide to the Alexander Technique. Learn to become mindful of muscular and mental tension in one Sunday workshop.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £69.00 - Learning to use your smartphone (Android)Course start date: Wed 19 Oct 2022 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Does your smartphone confuse you? Are you unsure how to make the most of its many features? Understanding and navigating your way round a smartphone is now as important as being able to use a regular computer. This short course will help you understand your Android smartphone, troubleshoot problems and use some of the most popular apps. By the end of the course you will be confident you can use or find out how to use the key features of your phone.
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 £29.00 Senior fee £23.00 Concession £15.00
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