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For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
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Learning modes and locations may be different depending on the course start date. Please check the location of your chosen course and read our guide to learning modes and locations to help you choose the right course for you.
10 Dates Available
- Start Date: 30 Apr 2026End Date: 09 Jul 2026This course is fullThu (Evening): 17:30 - 19:30In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)Course Code: HW114Tutors: Sarah HeskethFull fee £259.00 Senior fee £259.00 Concession £130.00
- Start Date: 22 Sep 2026End Date: 01 Dec 2026Tue (Evening): 17:30 - 19:30OnlineFull fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £181.00
- Start Date: 30 Sep 2026End Date: 09 Dec 2026Wed (Evening): 17:30 - 19:30In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)Course Code: HW720Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £181.00
- Start Date: 01 Oct 2026End Date: 10 Dec 2026Thu (Evening): 17:30 - 19:30In PersonFull fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £181.00
- Start Date: 12 Jan 2027End Date: 23 Mar 2027Tue (Evening): 17:30 - 19:30OnlineFull fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £181.00
- Start Date: 13 Jan 2027End Date: 24 Mar 2027Wed (Evening): 17:30 - 19:30In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)Course Code: HW721Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £181.00
- Start Date: 14 Jan 2027End Date: 25 Mar 2027Thu (Evening): 17:30 - 19:30In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)Course Code: HW113Tutors: Rishi DastidarFull fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £181.00
- Start Date: 20 Apr 2027End Date: 29 Jun 2027Tue (Evening): 17:30 - 19:30OnlineFull fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £181.00
- Start Date: 21 Apr 2027End Date: 30 Jun 2027Wed (Evening): 17:30 - 19:30In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)Course Code: HW722Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £181.00
- Start Date: 22 Apr 2027End Date: 01 Jul 2027Thu (Evening): 17:30 - 19:30In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)Course Code: HW114Tutors: Sarah HeskethFull fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £181.00
Any questions? writing@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 4582 0415
Please note: We offer a wide variety of financial support to make courses affordable. Just visit our online Help Centre for more information on a range of topics including fees, online learning and FAQs.
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Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £181.00
What is the course about?
This intermediate course is the perfect follow-up to an introductory course such as 'Ways into poetry'. You'll have the opportunity to explore poetic technique in greater detail, to expand the range of your own poetic voice, and to give and use constructive criticism in a supportive workshop environment.
What will we cover?
- You will explore issues of craftsmanship and poetic content through close reading of published work.
- Writing exercises will encourage you to experiment with a variety of poetic forms and styles.
- Constructive criticism will pinpoint your individual strengths and weaknesses, and guide you as you edit and improve your own poetry.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Increase your understanding of poetic form .
- Write your own poems in fixed form and free verse.
- Improve the overall quality of your poetic output.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This is an intermediate course and is recommended for students who have completed a 'Ways into poetry' course. You should have some familiarity with contemporary poetry and the basics of poetic technique.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
There will be a mixture of tutor-led talk, discussion, writing exercises and feedback on your writing, and an optional homework each week.
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Please bring paper and a pen. You'll be expected to provide copies of your poems for class feedback.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
When you feel ready to progress to a more advanced level, you may be interested in our Advanced poetry workshop.
All students are invited to join us at Late Lines, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to Between the Lines, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on Facebook and Bluesky.
Sarah Hesketh See more See less
Sarah Hesketh is a writer and editor. She is the author of the poetry collections Napoleon’s Travelling Bookshelf (Penned in the Margins, 2009) and The Hard Word Box (Penned in the Margins, 2014), and the editor of The Emma Press Anthology of Age (2015). Her latest book is 2016, a poetic exploration of a difficult year. (CB Editions, 2025). Her work has a focus on socially engaged writing practices and she has been an Artist in Residence with Age Concern and The Holocaust Memorial Day Trust. She is the workshop leader for carerspoetry.org
Christina Dunhill See more See less
Christina Dunhill is an acclaimed poet and short story writer who is also the editor of two collections of short stories, one of poems and book of essays on women and the police for Virago. Following an earlier career in publishing she taught on the MA in Creative Writing and Personal Development at the University of Sussex. Her most recent publication is Blackbirds (2012).
Toby Campion See more See less
Toby Campion is an award winning poet and playwright. Winner of the Aesthetica Creative Writing Award 2024 and shortlisted for the Forward Prize for Best Single Poem 2024, Toby is a former UK National Poetry Slam winner and World Poetry Slam finalist. His debut short collection, Through your blood, was Highly Commended in the Forward Prizes 2018 and his poems have been published widely, most recently in The Rialto, bath magg, And Other Poems, Aesthetica and The London Magazine. Toby is the founder of the National Poetry Collectives Showcase and the Director of UniSlam. He teaches the London-based queer creative writing group, verse, and has taught for organisations including Roundhouse, Financial Times, National Trust and The Poetry Society.
Rishi Dastidar See more See less
Rishi Dastidar’s poetry has been published by the Financial Times, New Scientist and the BBC, amongst many others. His third collection, Neptune’s Projects (Nine Arches Press), was longlisted for the Laurel Prize, and a poem from it was included in The Forward Book of Poetry 2024. He is also editor of The Craft: A Guide to Making Poetry Happen in the 21st Century (Nine Arches Press), and co-editor of Too Young, Too Loud, Too Different: Poems from Malika’s Poetry Kitchen (Corsair). He reviews poetry for The Guardian and is chair of Wasafiri. His latest publication is A hobby of mine (Broken Sleep Books).
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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Please note that this course is located in a room with step access. If you have difficulties with mobility or use a wheelchair please contact us at writing@citylit.ac.uk to discuss. <br />
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This is a live online course. You will need:<br />
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.<br />
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone if you don't have a computer.<br />
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.<br />
We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.</div>
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This intermediate course is the perfect follow-up to an introductory course such as 'Ways into poetry'. You'll have the opportunity to explore poetic technique in greater detail, to expand the range of your own poetic voice, and to give and use constructive criticism in a supportive workshop environment.
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
- You will explore issues of craftsmanship and poetic content through close reading of published work.<br/>- Writing exercises will encourage you to experiment with a variety of poetic forms and styles.<br/>- Constructive criticism will pinpoint your individual strengths and weaknesses, and guide you as you edit and improve your own poetry.
- Increase your understanding of poetic form .<br/>- Write your own poems in fixed form and free verse.<br/>- Improve the overall quality of your poetic output.
This is an intermediate course and is recommended for students who have completed a 'Ways into poetry' course. You should have some familiarity with contemporary poetry and the basics of poetic technique.
There will be a mixture of tutor-led talk, discussion, writing exercises and feedback on your writing, and an optional homework each week. <br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.
Please bring paper and a pen. You'll be expected to provide copies of your poems for class feedback.
When you feel ready to progress to a more advanced level, you may be interested in our 'Advanced poetry workshop'.<br/><br/>All students are invited to join us at <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/citylitwriting">Twitter</a>.
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This intermediate course is the perfect follow-up to an introductory course such as 'Ways into poetry'. You'll have the opportunity to explore poetic technique in greater detail, to expand the range of your own poetic voice, and to give and use constructive criticism in a supportive workshop environment.
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
- You will explore issues of craftsmanship and poetic content through close reading of published work.<br>- Writing exercises will encourage you to experiment with a variety of poetic forms and styles.<br>- Constructive criticism will pinpoint your individual strengths and weaknesses, and guide you as you edit and improve your own poetry.
- Increase your understanding of poetic form .<br>- Write your own poems in fixed form and free verse.<br>- Improve the overall quality of your poetic output.
This is an intermediate course and is recommended for students who have completed a 'Ways into poetry' course. You should have some familiarity with contemporary poetry and the basics of poetic technique.
There will be a mixture of tutor-led talk, discussion, writing exercises and feedback on your writing, and an optional homework each week. <br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.
Please bring paper and a pen. You'll be expected to provide copies of your poems for class feedback.
<p>When you feel ready to progress to a more advanced level, you may be interested in our <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/advanced-poetry-workshop" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Advanced poetry workshop</a>.<br><br>All students are invited to join us at <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/citylitwriting.bsky.social" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bluesky</a>.</p>
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This intermediate course is the perfect follow-up to an introductory course such as 'Ways into poetry'. You'll have the opportunity to explore poetic technique in greater detail, to expand the range of your own poetic voice, and to give and use constructive criticism in a supportive workshop environment.
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
- You will explore issues of craftsmanship and poetic content through close reading of published work.<br>- Writing exercises will encourage you to experiment with a variety of poetic forms and styles.<br>- Constructive criticism will pinpoint your individual strengths and weaknesses, and guide you as you edit and improve your own poetry.
- Increase your understanding of poetic form .<br>- Write your own poems in fixed form and free verse.<br>- Improve the overall quality of your poetic output.
This is an intermediate course and is recommended for students who have completed a 'Ways into poetry' course. You should have some familiarity with contemporary poetry and the basics of poetic technique.
There will be a mixture of tutor-led talk, discussion, writing exercises and feedback on your writing, and an optional homework each week. <br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.
Please bring paper and a pen. You'll be expected to provide copies of your poems for class feedback.
<p>When you feel ready to progress to a more advanced level, you may be interested in our <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/advanced-poetry-workshop" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Advanced poetry workshop</a>.<br><br>All students are invited to join us at <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/citylitwriting.bsky.social" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bluesky</a>.</p>
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This intermediate course is the perfect follow-up to an introductory course such as 'Ways into poetry'. You'll have the opportunity to explore poetic technique in greater detail, to expand the range of your own poetic voice, and to give and use constructive criticism in a supportive workshop environment.
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
- You will explore issues of craftsmanship and poetic content through close reading of published work.<br>- Writing exercises will encourage you to experiment with a variety of poetic forms and styles.<br>- Constructive criticism will pinpoint your individual strengths and weaknesses, and guide you as you edit and improve your own poetry.
- Increase your understanding of poetic form .<br>- Write your own poems in fixed form and free verse.<br>- Improve the overall quality of your poetic output.
This is an intermediate course and is recommended for students who have completed a 'Ways into poetry' course. You should have some familiarity with contemporary poetry and the basics of poetic technique.
There will be a mixture of tutor-led talk, discussion, writing exercises and feedback on your writing, and an optional homework each week. <br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.
Please bring paper and a pen. You'll be expected to provide copies of your poems for class feedback.
<p>When you feel ready to progress to a more advanced level, you may be interested in our <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/advanced-poetry-workshop" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Advanced poetry workshop</a>.<br><br>All students are invited to join us at <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/citylitwriting.bsky.social" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bluesky</a>.</p>
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This intermediate course is the perfect follow-up to an introductory course such as 'Ways into poetry'. You'll have the opportunity to explore poetic technique in greater detail, to expand the range of your own poetic voice, and to give and use constructive criticism in a supportive workshop environment.
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
- You will explore issues of craftsmanship and poetic content through close reading of published work.<br>- Writing exercises will encourage you to experiment with a variety of poetic forms and styles.<br>- Constructive criticism will pinpoint your individual strengths and weaknesses, and guide you as you edit and improve your own poetry.
- Increase your understanding of poetic form .<br>- Write your own poems in fixed form and free verse.<br>- Improve the overall quality of your poetic output.
This is an intermediate course and is recommended for students who have completed a 'Ways into poetry' course. You should have some familiarity with contemporary poetry and the basics of poetic technique.
There will be a mixture of tutor-led talk, discussion, writing exercises and feedback on your writing, and an optional homework each week. <br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.
Please bring paper and a pen. You'll be expected to provide copies of your poems for class feedback.
<p>When you feel ready to progress to a more advanced level, you may be interested in our <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/advanced-poetry-workshop" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Advanced poetry workshop</a>.<br><br>All students are invited to join us at <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/citylitwriting.bsky.social" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bluesky</a>.</p>
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This intermediate course is the perfect follow-up to an introductory course such as 'Ways into poetry'. You'll have the opportunity to explore poetic technique in greater detail, to expand the range of your own poetic voice, and to give and use constructive criticism in a supportive workshop environment.
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
- You will explore issues of craftsmanship and poetic content through close reading of published work.<br>- Writing exercises will encourage you to experiment with a variety of poetic forms and styles.<br>- Constructive criticism will pinpoint your individual strengths and weaknesses, and guide you as you edit and improve your own poetry.
- Increase your understanding of poetic form .<br>- Write your own poems in fixed form and free verse.<br>- Improve the overall quality of your poetic output.
This is an intermediate course and is recommended for students who have completed a 'Ways into poetry' course. You should have some familiarity with contemporary poetry and the basics of poetic technique.
There will be a mixture of tutor-led talk, discussion, writing exercises and feedback on your writing, and an optional homework each week. <br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.
Please bring paper and a pen. You'll be expected to provide copies of your poems for class feedback.
<p>When you feel ready to progress to a more advanced level, you may be interested in our <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/advanced-poetry-workshop" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Advanced poetry workshop</a>.<br><br>All students are invited to join us at <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/citylitwriting.bsky.social" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bluesky</a>.</p>
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For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
0000-Available|2027-01-13 00:00:00
This intermediate course is the perfect follow-up to an introductory course such as 'Ways into poetry'. You'll have the opportunity to explore poetic technique in greater detail, to expand the range of your own poetic voice, and to give and use constructive criticism in a supportive workshop environment.
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
- You will explore issues of craftsmanship and poetic content through close reading of published work.<br>- Writing exercises will encourage you to experiment with a variety of poetic forms and styles.<br>- Constructive criticism will pinpoint your individual strengths and weaknesses, and guide you as you edit and improve your own poetry.
- Increase your understanding of poetic form .<br>- Write your own poems in fixed form and free verse.<br>- Improve the overall quality of your poetic output.
This is an intermediate course and is recommended for students who have completed a 'Ways into poetry' course. You should have some familiarity with contemporary poetry and the basics of poetic technique.
There will be a mixture of tutor-led talk, discussion, writing exercises and feedback on your writing, and an optional homework each week. <br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.
Please bring paper and a pen. You'll be expected to provide copies of your poems for class feedback.
<p>When you feel ready to progress to a more advanced level, you may be interested in our <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/advanced-poetry-workshop" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Advanced poetry workshop</a>.<br><br>All students are invited to join us at <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/citylitwriting.bsky.social" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bluesky</a>.</p>
Writing for stage and screen
Writing for stage and screen
virtual
3058210
Developing your poetry
279
279
https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/d/e/developing_your_poetry2-square_54.jpg
InStock
Evening
Thu
Keeley Street
Available courses
11 weeks or longer
Weekday
2027-04-22T00:00:00+00:00
Some experience
Apr 2027
Writing
HW114
279
279
Developing your poetry
279
181
279
Sarah Hesketh
developing-your-poetry/hw114-2627
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
0000-Available|2027-04-22 00:00:00
This intermediate course is the perfect follow-up to an introductory course such as 'Ways into poetry'. You'll have the opportunity to explore poetic technique in greater detail, to expand the range of your own poetic voice, and to give and use constructive criticism in a supportive workshop environment.
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
- You will explore issues of craftsmanship and poetic content through close reading of published work.<br>- Writing exercises will encourage you to experiment with a variety of poetic forms and styles.<br>- Constructive criticism will pinpoint your individual strengths and weaknesses, and guide you as you edit and improve your own poetry.
- Increase your understanding of poetic form .<br>- Write your own poems in fixed form and free verse.<br>- Improve the overall quality of your poetic output.
This is an intermediate course and is recommended for students who have completed a 'Ways into poetry' course. You should have some familiarity with contemporary poetry and the basics of poetic technique.
There will be a mixture of tutor-led talk, discussion, writing exercises and feedback on your writing, and an optional homework each week. <br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.
Please bring paper and a pen. You'll be expected to provide copies of your poems for class feedback.
<p>When you feel ready to progress to a more advanced level, you may be interested in our 'Advanced poetry workshop'.<br><br>All students are invited to join us at <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:dye37oggc5mert2x3gjjkdtq" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bluesky</a>.</p>
Poetry
Poetry
virtual
3058219
Developing your poetry
279
279
https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/d/e/developing_your_poetry2-square_52.jpg
InStock
Evening
Tue
Online
Available courses
11 weeks or longer
Weekday
2027-04-20T00:00:00+00:00
Some experience
Apr 2027
Writing
HW550
279
279
Developing your poetry
279
181
279
Christina Dunhill
developing-your-poetry/hw550-2627
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
0000-Available|2027-04-20 00:00:00
This intermediate course is the perfect follow-up to an introductory course such as 'Ways into poetry'. You'll have the opportunity to explore poetic technique in greater detail, to expand the range of your own poetic voice, and to give and use constructive criticism in a supportive workshop environment.
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
- You will explore issues of craftsmanship and poetic content through close reading of published work.<br>- Writing exercises will encourage you to experiment with a variety of poetic forms and styles.<br>- Constructive criticism will pinpoint your individual strengths and weaknesses, and guide you as you edit and improve your own poetry.
- Increase your understanding of poetic form .<br>- Write your own poems in fixed form and free verse.<br>- Improve the overall quality of your poetic output.
This is an intermediate course and is recommended for students who have completed a 'Ways into poetry' course. You should have some familiarity with contemporary poetry and the basics of poetic technique.
There will be a mixture of tutor-led talk, discussion, writing exercises and feedback on your writing, and an optional homework each week. <br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.
Please bring paper and a pen. You'll be expected to provide copies of your poems for class feedback.
<p>When you feel ready to progress to a more advanced level, you may be interested in our 'Advanced poetry workshop'.<br><br>All students are invited to join us at <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:dye37oggc5mert2x3gjjkdtq" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bluesky</a>.</p>
Poetry
Poetry
virtual
3058222
Developing your poetry
279
279
https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/d/e/developing_your_poetry2-square_53.jpg
InStock
Evening
Wed
Keeley Street
Available courses
11 weeks or longer
Weekday
2027-04-21T00:00:00+00:00
Some experience
Apr 2027
Writing
HW722
279
279
Developing your poetry
279
181
279
developing-your-poetry/hw722-2627
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
0000-Available|2027-04-21 00:00:00
This intermediate course is the perfect follow-up to an introductory course such as 'Ways into poetry'. You'll have the opportunity to explore poetic technique in greater detail, to expand the range of your own poetic voice, and to give and use constructive criticism in a supportive workshop environment.
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
- You will explore issues of craftsmanship and poetic content through close reading of published work.<br>- Writing exercises will encourage you to experiment with a variety of poetic forms and styles.<br>- Constructive criticism will pinpoint your individual strengths and weaknesses, and guide you as you edit and improve your own poetry.
- Increase your understanding of poetic form .<br>- Write your own poems in fixed form and free verse.<br>- Improve the overall quality of your poetic output.
This is an intermediate course and is recommended for students who have completed a 'Ways into poetry' course. You should have some familiarity with contemporary poetry and the basics of poetic technique.
There will be a mixture of tutor-led talk, discussion, writing exercises and feedback on your writing, and an optional homework each week. <br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.
Please bring paper and a pen. You'll be expected to provide copies of your poems for class feedback.
<p>When you feel ready to progress to a more advanced level, you may be interested in our 'Advanced poetry workshop'.<br><br>All students are invited to join us at <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:dye37oggc5mert2x3gjjkdtq" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bluesky</a>.</p>
Poetry
Poetry
virtual
259,279
259,279
130,181
HW114,HW112,HW113,HW425,HW581,HW720,HW721,HW550,HW722
NONE
Thu,Tue,Wed
22/09/26 - 01/12/26
17:30 - 19:30
17:30
19:30
11 sessions (over 11 weeks)
11
11 weeks or longer
Weekday
Online
Keeley Street,Online
Some experience
No longer available,Available courses
2026-04-30T00:00:00+00:00,2026-10-01T00:00:00+00:00,2027-01-14T00:00:00+00:00,2027-01-12T00:00:00+00:00,2026-09-22T00:00:00+00:00,2026-09-30T00:00:00+00:00,2027-01-13T00:00:00+00:00,2027-04-22T00:00:00+00:00,2027-04-20T00:00:00+00:00,2027-04-21T00:00:00+00:00
Evening
Apr 2026,Oct 2026,Jan 2027,Sep 2026,Apr 2027
Writing
259
259,279
Developing your poetry
developing-your-poetry/hw114-2526,developing-your-poetry/hw112-2627,developing-your-poetry/hw113-2627,developing-your-poetry/hw425-2627,developing-your-poetry/hw581-2627,developing-your-poetry/hw720-2627,developing-your-poetry/hw721-2627,developing-your-poetry/hw114-2627,developing-your-poetry/hw550-2627,developing-your-poetry/hw722-2627
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
0000-Available|2026-09-22 00:00:00
This intermediate course is the perfect follow-up to an introductory course such as 'Ways into poetry'. You'll have the opportunity to explore poetic technique in greater detail, to expand the range of your own poetic voice, and to give and use constructive criticism in a supportive workshop environment.
For those familiar with the basics of poetic form, this intermediate course explores craft and content through reading exercises, writing exercises and constructive feedback. Ideal if you have already attended 'Ways into poetry'.
- You will explore issues of craftsmanship and poetic content through close reading of published work.<br/>- Writing exercises will encourage you to experiment with a variety of poetic forms and styles.<br/>- Constructive criticism will pinpoint your individual strengths and weaknesses, and guide you as you edit and improve your own poetry.,- You will explore issues of craftsmanship and poetic content through close reading of published work.<br>- Writing exercises will encourage you to experiment with a variety of poetic forms and styles.<br>- Constructive criticism will pinpoint your individual strengths and weaknesses, and guide you as you edit and improve your own poetry.
- Increase your understanding of poetic form .<br/>- Write your own poems in fixed form and free verse.<br/>- Improve the overall quality of your poetic output.,- Increase your understanding of poetic form .<br>- Write your own poems in fixed form and free verse.<br>- Improve the overall quality of your poetic output.
This is an intermediate course and is recommended for students who have completed a 'Ways into poetry' course. You should have some familiarity with contemporary poetry and the basics of poetic technique.
There will be a mixture of tutor-led talk, discussion, writing exercises and feedback on your writing, and an optional homework each week. <br />
<br />
City Lit Writing endeavours to create a safe and welcoming space for all and we strongly support the use of content notes in our classes. This means that learners are encouraged to make their tutor and classmates aware in advance if any writing they wish to share contains material that may be deemed sensitive. If you are unsure about what might constitute sensitive content, please ask your tutor for further clarification and read our <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/expectations-for-participating-in-writing-courses" target="_blank">expectations for participating in writing courses at City Lit</a>.
Please bring paper and a pen. You'll be expected to provide copies of your poems for class feedback.
When you feel ready to progress to a more advanced level, you may be interested in our 'Advanced poetry workshop'.<br/><br/>All students are invited to join us at <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.twitter.com/citylitwriting">Twitter</a>.,<p>When you feel ready to progress to a more advanced level, you may be interested in our <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/advanced-poetry-workshop" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Advanced poetry workshop</a>.<br><br>All students are invited to join us at <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/citylitwriting.bsky.social" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bluesky</a>.</p>,<p>When you feel ready to progress to a more advanced level, you may be interested in our 'Advanced poetry workshop'.<br><br>All students are invited to join us at <a href=" https://www.citylit.ac.uk/latelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Late Lines</a>, our regular performance night for City Lit writers. Students are also encouraged to submit their work to <a href="https://www.citylit.ac.uk/betweenthelines" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Between the Lines</a>, our annual anthology of creative writing. For the latest news, courses and events, stay in touch with the Department on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/citylitcreativewriting" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:dye37oggc5mert2x3gjjkdtq" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bluesky</a>.</p>
Poetry,Writing for stage and screen
Poetry,Writing for stage and screen
configurable
1590
13602
Poetry
https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/writing/poetry-writing/poetry-old
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