Art History
Are you interested in art history and how to interpret art? Then why not browse our range of art history courses and choose from introductory courses, or explore further into practices, debates and discover the work of some of the greatest artists of all time. Daytime, evening and weekend classes are available at our main learning centre in London's cultural heart - Covent Garden.
You can now study in the comfort of your home with our online courses.
For a limited time you can enjoy 20% off our online courses with a start date from 1 September 2020 using discount code: NEWONLINE. (Terms & Conditions apply )
To participate in online classes you will need an email address, a reliable internet connection, a computer/laptop/tablet with fully updated browser (preferably Google Chrome). Your device will need a microphone, and preferably a camera. Many classes use Google Classroom.
Contact us to find out more about art history - call 020 7492 2700 Monday - Friday between 10am - 5pm or email visualarts@citylit.ac.uk.
- Influence of the Greek language on EnglishCourse start date: Sat 21 Jun 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Maria ContosDid you know that the Oxford companion to the English language states that more than 150,000 words of English are derived from Greek, which is considered to have the richest vocabulary in the world?
Join this lively workshop in the heart of London where you will be introduced to how Ancient Greek influenced the vocabulary of the English language.Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £29.00 - Spanish 3: one season, one painting: verano
Course start date: Sat 21 Jun 2025Location on this date: Keeley Street
En estos talleres dedicados a las cuatro estaciones vamos a activar nuestros sentidos: vista, oido, olfato y gusto. Ven a practicar tu español mientras intercambiamos las sugestiones, impresiones y sentimientos que nos evoca una musica, un color o una pintura.
Ideal for students who have done 3 or 4 years of Spanish, and are looking to practise more talking and listening skills, as well as develop their knowledge of art.Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £19.00 - French 2 upper: introduction au présent du subjonctifCourse start date: Sat 28 Jun 2025
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Pierre PorcheronWould you like to develop and consolidate your knowledge of the subjunctive in French? If so come and join this informative interactive workshop on Saturdays.Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00 - Japanese Etiquette Course start date: Sat 28 Jun 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Chikako NakagawaCome and experience the customs of Japan, and gain an insight into Japanese society. Open to all levels.Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00 - French 3 upper: taster Course start date: Tue 1 Jul 2025 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Stephanie RadetCome and discover what an upper intermediate French class feels like.
This course is suitable if you have studied French for 4-5 years recently or have done an A-level some time ago.Full fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £10.00 - French 2 upper: tasterCourse start date: Tue 1 Jul 2025 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Valerie JézéquelCome and discover what a lower intermediate French class feels like.
This course is suitable if you have studied French for 2-3 years recently or have done a GCSE some time ago.Full fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £10.00 - Japanese: Kobanashi storytellingCourse start date: Sat 5 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Hisaka BuntingDiscover the richness of the Japanese language and culture by enrolling in our in-person kobanshi course!
Full fee £49.00 Senior fee £49.00 Concession £32.00 - Japanese through Origami: Tanabata Star festival Course start date: Sat 5 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Rie Tsuruta-BarrattThis workshop will introduce you to the culture and basics of origami, a central part of Japanese arts and crafts.
You will learn some introductory Japanese phrases, Japanese festivals and learn how to fold folk Origami pieces as well as origami decorations for Tanabata Star Festival.Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £19.00 - Chinese: fan writingCourse start date: Sat 5 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Zhonghan LinExplore the enchanting world of Chinese fan writing in our workshop! Delve into the rich tapestry of Chinese culture as we unravel the history and significance of this ancient art form. Discover the profound cultural significance behind each stroke, and unleash your creativity on the canvas of tradition.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £69.00 Concession £69.00 - Return to French (elementary) Course start date: Mon 8 Sep 2025 (and 6 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Valerie JézéquelCome and join this lively course to refresh your elementary French. After attending this course you will be able join a level 2 course starting later in September.Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £103.00 - French 2: revision courseCourse start date: Tue 8 Jul 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Pierre PorcheronRevise and consolidate your lower intermediate French speaking and listening skills. Suitable if you have recently studied French for two to three years.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £97.00 - French 3: revisionCourse start date: Tue 8 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Pierre PorcheronCome and consolidate your upper-intermediate French. You will develop your listening skills and practise your oral French by taking part in discussions, debates on news items and cultural events.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00 - French film matinéeCourse start date: Tue 8 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Stephanie RadetWith proceeds going to the City Lit Student Bursary, the French Film matinée is a chance to round out the term with a fun movie matinée in the college. The film will be presented by tutor Stéphanie Radet.
The film we will be watching is Les 400 coups by François Truffaut (1959), a film about Antoine Doinel, a semi-autobiographical character and a misunderstood adolescent in Paris who struggles with his parents and teachers.Full fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £10.00 - Italian summer: practise and consolidate 3Course start date: Wed 9 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Roberto MinardiConsolidate your upper intermediate level of Italian in this interactive class. Further practise the main topics and grammar points learned at level 3 lower and 3 upper through some speaking and listening activities. A summer revision course for intermediate learners who would like extra practice to consolidate their learning over the summer and prepare for future courses. - Chinese 2 upper revisionCourse start date: Thu 10 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonGet a short introduction to the Chinese language and discover aspects of Chinese language culture in these live online communicative classes. Suitable for complete beginners.
.Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £47.00 Concession £38.00
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