59 Short courses in Literature in England, United Kingdom

Poetry - How to Read a Poem
On this Poetry - How to Read a Poem course from University of York, you’ll build your confidence in reading and enjoying poetry.

Creative Writing
Oxford Summer Courses – Creative Writing develops students’ ability to write compelling fiction, prose, and poetry. Explore character, plot, voice, and dialogue through tutorial-style teaching in small groups while studying Creative Writing in Oxford.
British Horror and Fantasy Cinema
This British Horror and Fantasy Cinema course from Queen Mary University of London investigates this alternative history or ‘repressed underside’ of British cinema and the ways in which these films have responded to their social and cultural production contexts.
Robert Burns - Poems, Songs and Legacy
Dig deeper into the life and works of Robert Burns, with Robert Burns - Poems, Songs and Legacy at The University of Glasgow by FutureLearn.
The History of the Book in the Early Modern Period - 1450 to 1800
Explore the history of the book during the early modern period and learn how the invention of printing revolutionized our world with The History of the Book in the Early Modern Period - 1450 to 1800 at Trinity College Dublin delivered through FutureLearn.
Writers' Gym
This 8-week Writers' Gym workshop with screenwriter Ellis Freeman aims to refresh and deliver an injection of creative energy into your writing process.
'The melody of letters' - reading literature as a musical exercise
'The melody of letters' - reading literature as a musical exercise course from University of Cambridge will encourage you to become a skilled reader in what Robert Louis Stevenson described as ‘the melody of letters’.
Spring into Shakespeare (Online)
Let your love of Shakespeare bloom on this Spring into Shakespeare (Online) course from University of Birmingham and benefit from the expertise of the Shakespeare Institute and the collaboration with the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC).
Acting - Shakespeare
Discover how to bring heightened language to life in performance with this Acting - Shakespeare short course at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama.
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
The Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) course at St Giles International aims to help students understand upper intermediate and advanced levels of English, demonstrate independent study skills and take internationally recognised exams.
ESOL Skills for Life
ESOL Skills for Life from Central College Nottingham is perfect if you are aged 16-18 years old, English is not your first language.
Intensive General English Course plus 10 x 1-to-1s (Gen 3 plus)
The Intensive General English Course plus 10 x 1-to-1s (Gen 3 plus) general courses are skills-based and develop your ability to communicate accurately and confidently in English at Severnvale Academy.
IELTS Exam Preparation
This IELTS Exam Preparation course at St Giles International focuses on expanding the students’ ability to both understand and use complex academic language incorporating General English to improve grammar, vocabulary and communicative skills.
Editing Part 1
Very few people can immediately write a lucid and well-expressed piece of work. In most cases, the final draft is smoothed and polished so that others can readily understand the writer’s message. To learn more about being an editor, join the Editing Part 1 course from Warnborough College.
Creative Writing - An Introduction (Stage 1)
On this Creative Writing - An Introduction (Stage 1) course at the Arts University Bournemouth, you’ll be taught the essential skills of creative writing – perfect if you’re an aspiring writer or if you’re prepping for a bigger writing project. You'll develop your skills across a range of forms, including flash fiction, short stories, novels, and poetry.
An introduction to Shakespeare
An introduction to Shakespeare course from the University of Cambridge is a course for anyone who is interested in reading or watching Shakespeare's plays with greater understanding and enjoyment.
Creative Writing
The Creative Writing course from UCL Summer School invites you to explore and experiment with your creative writing strengths and preferences. This course is offered in two sessions: Session One: Monday 29 June – Friday 17 July 2026. Session Two: Monday 20 July – Friday 7 August 2026
Shakespeare's London
The Shakespeare's London course from UCL Summer School is a dynamic exploration of William Shakespeare’s London and literature inspired by and set in his city.
Cambridge Preparation 15 C1 Advanced
The Cambridge Preparation 15 C1 Advanced programme offered at the International House will provide you with all the exam skills and techniques you need for each section of the exam.
Intensive General English Course (Gen 1)
The general courses are skills-based and develop your ability to communicate accurately and confidently in English. Additional grammar, 1-to-1 and examination lessons are available for those with specific needs or limited time to study. This Intensive General English Course (Gen 1) is offered by Severnvale Academy.