City Lit

03/09/2026

Ready to learn something new this term?

With hundreds of beginner-friendly courses across a huge range of subjects, there's never been a better time to start.

🎨 Art & Design
🗣️ Languages
🎭 Acting & Dance
✍️ Writing & Humanities
💻 Digital & Professional Skills
🎵 Music and more

At City Lit, you'll learn from expert tutors, meet like-minded people and gain practical skills in a supportive environment.

Your first step starts here 👇

👉 Find a beginner course: https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/courses-for-beginners

03/09/2026

Thinking about your next career move?

Augusto's journey is proof of what’s possible. After studying for a Diploma in Massage at City Lit, he moved from waiting tables to becoming an award-winning NHS therapist and is now preparing to launch his own wellbeing company.

Gain a recognised qualification, develop industry-relevant skills, and boost your career prospects at a fraction of the cost of traditional university education.

Find out more: https://www.citylit.ac.uk/one-to-two-year-courses

02/09/2026

✈️ Planning a trip? Exploring your family heritage? Fascinated by East and Southeast Asian culture?

From language and philosophy to art, wellbeing, food and cultural traditions, our East and Southeast Asia Season celebrates the richness and diversity of one of the world's most influential regions.

Discover new perspectives, develop new skills and connect with cultures that span generations.

Browse courses: https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/vm/east-and-southeast-asia-season

Explore the rich cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and unique experiences of East and Southeast Asia. Discover your next adventure with our expertly curated guides.

01/09/2026

When Jason decided it was time for a change, he found a new path through massage therapy at City Lit.

With support from tutors and financial assistance along the way, he gained the confidence to pursue his dream of opening his own clinic.

👉 Find your next step: https://www.citylit.ac.uk/its-your-time

27/08/2026

Women Returners Event
Thursday 17 Sept, 10:00-12:30, City Lit

Ready to get back to work but not sure where to start? Join
Successful Mums Career Academy for an inspiring morning to build your confidence and take the next step in your career.

Book your place: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/women-returners-event-courses-careers-with-city-lit-and-successful-mums-tickets-1991769300595?aff=oddtdtcreator

26/08/2026

This is my time, and I can choose how I spend it.

After a life-changing diagnosis, Ian decided to stop putting things off and finally try an acting class at City Lit. What he found was a space for creativity, playfulness and joy.

👉 Read his inspiring story: https://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/what-it-like-doing-a-beginner-acting-course-city-lit-student-ian-sanders-shares-his-experience

25/08/2026

City Lit's Silver Sunday is a day dedicated to older people, offering the opportunity to make new friends, try new activities and connect with others in the local community.

This year, City Lit will celebrate Silver Sunday on Sunday 13 September 2026 with a diverse selection of free workshops and activities designed to inspire, engage and bring people together.

More info: https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/vm/silver-sunday

24/08/2026

Ian Sanders had never taken an acting class – until age 57. After a cancer diagnosis reshaped his perspective on time, he finally chose to do something he’d always dreamed of.

In this inspiring story, Ian shares how a beginners acting course helped him reconnect with creativity, presence and possibility.

👉 Discover the campaign and find your own next step:
https://www.citylit.ac.uk/its-your-time

20/08/2026

Take your massage skills to the next level with City Lit.💆

Our massage courses combine practical, hands-on training with industry knowledge to help you build confidence, refine your techniques and grow your professional practice.

Browse our massage courses: https://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/massage-training-london

19/08/2026

Four students. Four different journeys. One shared spark.

From literature and massage therapy to acting and painting, Rifat, Jason, Ian and Leticia each found something that inspired them at City Lit.

Watch their stories and see how learning helped them discover new passions, new confidence and new possibilities.

It’s your time: https://www.citylit.ac.uk/its-your-time