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City Lit is a leading provider of adult education in London and all over the UK. It's the perfect place to learn something new, gain new skills, and build your confidence. From mastering new languages and honing creative skills to advancing your career with professional development courses. Whatever your passion or goal, our diverse curriculum has the perfect course to inspire your next step.

 

 

 

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  2. Cutting it fine: collage in modern & contemporary art
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sun 14 Jun 2026

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Chantal Condron
    Immerse yourself in an exploration of the history of collage going as far back as ancient China to international contemporary art today. This engaging study day will enhance your knowledge of the roots of this fascinating media, and illustrate how collage techniques have been pivotal to major modern and contemporary art movements, from Cubism, Dada and Surrealism to photomontage and digital art.
    Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £55.00 Concession £45.00
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  3. Urban nature and landscape photography: London
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sun 14 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Rachel Wegh

    This is an exciting opportunity to work off-site and enjoy various surroundings focusing on urban green spaces. Travel to some of some of London’s finest open spaces whilst learning the photography skills required to capture nature’s beauty. Ideal for those who want to practise and hone their photography skills and those wishing to build their photography portfolio with expert guidance on hand.

    Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £99.00
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  4. Full fee £449.00 Senior fee £359.00 Concession £292.00
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  5. Excel: analysing data (stage 1)
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    Course start date:  Sun 14 Jun 2026 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Hybrid (choose either online or in-person)

    Tutors:  Abbott Katz

    Build confidence working with complex data sets in Excel and learn how to draw meaningful conclusions and recommendations for non-technical stakeholders. This practical course focuses on using pivot tables, formatting techniques, and developing clear, insightful commentary to support decision-making. Perfect for professionals with basic Excel knowledge who want to enhance their analytical skills and communicate data effectively across teams. Join today and start making smarter decisions with your data!

    Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00
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  6. Full fee £359.00 Senior fee £287.00 Concession £233.00
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  7. Understanding the Unconscious from a Jungian Perspective
    Last Few Places, Weekend
    Course start date:  Sun 14 Jun 2026 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Nadia Perez

    This course is designed for students to gain an understanding of Jungian concepts such as the collective unconscious, dreams and Synchronicity to facilitate their own self-awareness and to develop a more symbolic attitude towards their work.

    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £84.00
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  8. Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £249.00 Concession £249.00
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  9. Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £129.00
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  10. Palaces, Parks and Parades
    Course start date:  Mon 15 Jun 2026

    Location on this date:  Off Site

    Tutors:  Marilyn Greene

    Walking from East Finchley to Muswell Hill we discuss the developments of the areas, from trains and shopping parades to people's palaces.

    Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £23.00 Concession £19.00
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  11. Full fee £249.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £174.00
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  12. Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £80.00
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  13. AI in Business: Exploring Concepts and Real-World Applications
    Evening
    Course start date:  Tue 16 Jun 2026 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Vina Theodorakopoulou

    Unlock the power of artificial intelligence in business with this engaging 6-hour course. Designed for professionals across industries, you'll demystify key AI concepts and explore practical applications that drive innovation, efficiency, and growth. Stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape by understanding how AI is transforming decision-making, operations, and customer experience..

    Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00
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  14. From Earth to Empire: Cocoa and Coffee in African History
    Course start date:  Tue 16 Jun 2026

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Apeike Umolu

    Dive into Africa’s past through the commodities that put it at the centre of world trade: cocoa and coffee. Explore how they transformed societies, fuelled nation-building, and triggered economic and labour activism.

    Full fee £39.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £25.00
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  15. Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £80.00
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