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Welcome to Bishopsgate Institute For over 120 years, Bishopsgate Institute has been a home for ideas and debate, learning and enquiry and independent thought. An oasis in the middle of a frantic city, we provide the increasingly rare chance to explore, to escape, to research or to relax with our incredible archive collections, our inspiring spaces and our innovative programme of courses and cultural events. Our comprehensive range of courses offers you the opportunity to discover, discuss and be inspired in a welcoming environment. Our courses are conveniently designed to take place throughout the day including lunchtimes, after work and at weekends. For more information and to book visit bishopsgate.org.uk/courses. 1
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Introduction
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London’s Burning – 1820 to 1990
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Sex in the City
A People’s History of the East End – 20th Century A People’s History of the East End – 19th Century Tourist London Since 1800 new
Pepys, Plague and Fire
Archives Explorer at Bishopsgate Institute new new
Drinking in London – Crazes, Mania and Pleasure
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Lost Rivers of London
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Apocalypse London – The City in Science Fiction
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The London ‘Lowlife’ Novel, 1889–1907 A – Z of London Radicals
Suffragettes – An Alternative History The Slave Trade and the City – Investors and Beneficiaries
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Images of London – Lost Buildings and Streets Part 1 12 Images of London – Lost Buildings and Streets Part 2 12 The Architecture of London Part 1 – 17th and 18th Centuries The Architecture of London Part 2 – 19th to 21st Centuries new new new
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Walking Tours – London Cemetery Tales Walking Tours – Americans and London Walking Tours – Artisans to Artists – London’s Changing Neighbourhoods
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Arts & Culture
Introduction
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An Introduction to Modern Art
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An Introduction to the History of European Art Iconography and Iconology – Secrets of the Old Masters Revealed Exploring London’s Art Galleries new new new
Art History and Appreciation – Making Art Five Centuries of Women Artists
An Introduction to Western Architecture Part 2 – Renaissance to 18th Century How to Read a Building
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Film Studies – Key Moments in Cinema History Film Studies – Introducing Hitchcock Film Studies – Spanish Cinema
Practical Photography – Level 1 Practical Photography – Level 2
Photography – Night Photography
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Photography Workshop – Take Great Photos in a Day 19 Exploring Classical Music – Modern and Contemporary 20 new
Archives Explorer – The Lesbian And Gay Newsmedia Archive (LAGNA) Women in the 19th Century – The Fight for Human Rights
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Bookbinding – An Introduction Wine Tasting – Level 1 Sketching in the City
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Words & Ideas
Introduction
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Creative Writing – Starting from Scratch
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Creative Writing
Creative Writing – Writing Short Stories
Creative Writing – Short Story Workshop – The Next Step Creative Writing – This Is Your Life
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Screenwriting – Scene One
The Mechanics of Screenwriting Playwriting
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Playwriting – Redrafting Your Play
Madness in the 19th Century Novel new new new new
Languages
Philosophy – Introduction to Moral Philosophy
Philosophy – Introduction to Political Philosophy History of Western Thought in 5 hours A Beginner’s Guide to Labour History
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Italian
Espresso Italiano
Russian Traveller’s Toolkit Spanish
Spanish Cinema Conversation Club
You can get our prospectus in large print and electronic formats. Call 020 7392 9200 for further information.
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Chinese Mandarin German
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French
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Introduction Arabic
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Performing Arts
Introduction
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Ballroom Dancing – Tango and Cha-Cha-Cha
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Ballroom Dancing – Waltz and Quickstep Ballroom Dancing – Improvers
Ballroom Dancing – Saturday Masterclass Ballroom Dancing – Waltz and Quickstep One-Day Course Rock & Roll and Jive – Level 1
Rock & Roll and Jive – Improvers
Rock & Roll and Jive – One-Day Course Acting and Drama – Level 1
Acting and Drama – Bishopsgate Players Acting Techniques for Presentation Skills Bishopsgate Singers
The Tubthumping Chorus
Singing Solo – Discover Your Voice
Singing in Harmony – One-Day Workshop
Body & Exercise
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Introduction
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Hatha Yoga
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The Art of Meditation and Mindfulness Iyengar Yoga new
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MindFlow Hatha Yoga Pilates
Pilates for Healthy Movement
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Information for Students
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How to Find Us
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Course Enrolment Form
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Our London courses explore the culture and history of the capital, often drawing upon our unique archive of photographs, maps, ephemera, documents and books of London, and using the expertise of our tutors. Our programme includes a diverse collection of walking tours, literary explorations, journeys through architecture, reflections on politics and ideas, and examinations of the city’s rich past, vibrant present and even its imagined future.
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Sex in the City
London’s Burning – 1820 to 1990
Want to try something different this Valentine’s Day? Our new one-day course uses historic materials from our library and archive collections to explore views of gender and sexuality in the capital since the late 19th century. Topics covered include women’s rights and the rise of feminism, changing ideals of masculinity and shifting attitudes towards same-sex relationships, all of which are examined through structured, self-directed research activities. No prior knowledge of archive use or London history is required.
Did you know that 2016 marks 350 years since the Great Fire destroyed large areas of London? As a nod towards this anniversary, we have devised a course exploring the city’s recent history through a range of ‘fiery’ topics. Structured, self-directed research activities, using original archive materials, introduce you to chimney sweeps in Victorian London, keeping the home fires burning in World War One, fire as a form of protest in the 20th century, and much more.
Course suitable for all with Michelle Johansen, 16 students maximum £28 / £21 conc. for 1 session Saturday 11.00am – 2.00pm 13 February 2016 new (LN16201)
Course suitable for all with Michelle Johansen, 16 students maximum £28 / £21 conc. for 1 session Saturday 11.00am – 2.00pm 2 April 2016 new (LN16202)
A People’s History of the East End – 20th Century
A People’s History of the East End – 19th Century
The East End has survived two world wars, anti-racist battles on the streets and new developments on Docklands and across east London. The 20th century brought new migrants from Bangladesh and elsewhere following in the footsteps of their Huguenot and Jewish forerunners. Using original sources and site visits, this course will trace this dramatic story of the remaking of the East End from the reign of Queen Victoria to the era of Margaret Thatcher.
This course explores the rich and vibrant social history of London’s East End. During the 19th century the East End dramatically expanded and became synonymous with Victorian middle-class fears of urban degeneration and the stomping ground of radicals such as Chartists and later socialists, anarchists and suffragettes who campaigned for a more just and egalitarian society. Using original sources from the archives of Bishopsgate Library and through site visits, we will explore this rich history.
Course suitable for all with Mike Berlin, 16 students maximum £103 / £76 conc. for 6 sessions Mondays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 11 January – 15 February 2016 (LN16203)
Course suitable for all with Mike Berlin, 16 students maximum £103 / £76 conc. for 6 sessions Mondays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 22 February – 4 April 2016* (LN16204)
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*Bank holiday on 28 March
Tourist London Since 1800
Pepys, Plague and Fire
Pack your reading glasses and join us for a five-week archives course that uses guidebooks and other historic items from our library collections to take you on an enjoyable research trip around London from 1800 to the present. Topics covered include West End versus East End, representations of the city, changing approaches to leisure and eating out, and more. No prior knowledge of archive use or London history is required.
Over 300 years ago, Samuel Pepys was writing about London life – his diaries described his meals and personal life, but in the short time he wrote London was also decimated by plague and devastated by fire. Find out about the City during these momentous years using diaries, commentaries and maps.
Course suitable for all with Michelle Johansen, 16 students maximum £69 / £52 conc. for 5 sessions Tuesdays 2.00pm – 3.30pm 1 March – 29 March 2016 (LN16205)
Course suitable for all with Caryle Webb-Ingall, 12 students maximum £102 / £76 conc. for 6 sessions Tuesdays 2.30pm – 4.30pm 12 January – 16 February 2016 new (LN16206)
Archives Explorer at Bishopsgate Institute
Drinking in London – Crazes, Mania and Pleasure
Bishopsgate Institute library has been collecting archival and printed material since its inception, and recent years have seen significant additions to its unique and world-renowned collections on the labour movement, cooperation, protest, humanism and LGBT history. This course will enable you to get hands-on with the archives, learn more about the history of these subjects, navigate the collections at Bishopsgate Library and find out what other archives might be useful in your research.
‘Liquid lunches’ have been a backdrop to London’s development. Explore how tea, coffee, gin and fresh water have contributed (positively and negatively) to our understanding of Londoners’ lives and work.
Course suitable for all with Stefan Dickers, 16 students maximum £86 / £65 conc. for 5 sessions Tuesdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 1 March – 29 March 2016 (LN16207)
Course suitable for all with Caryle Webb-Ingall, 16 students maximum £51 / £39 conc. for 4 sessions Wednesdays 6.00pm – 7.30pm 2 March – 23 March 2016 new (LN16208)
For further information, please see bishopsgate.org.uk/courses
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Lost Rivers of London
The London ‘Lowlife’ Novel, 1889–1907
Gone but not forgotten – evidence of London’s watery history can be found in street names and districts and sometimes when your cellar floods! Once a feature on the landscape, underground waterways are now symbols of the city’s rural past.
In this course you will explore the themes of poverty, street life, politics and gender through five fascinating novels – some famous, others less well known. From Arthur Morrison’s A Child of the Jago to Conrad’s The Secret Agent, you will investigate the wildly different approaches authors took to the city’s poorest citizens in the late-Victorian/Edwardian era.
Course suitable for all with Caryle Webb-Ingall, 12 students maximum £85 / £63 conc. for 5 sessions Tuesdays 2.30pm – 4.30pm 23 February – 22 March 2016 new (LN16209)
Course suitable for all with Sarah Wise, 16 students maximum £83 / £62 conc. for 6 sessions Mondays 7.00pm – 8.30pm 11 January – 21 March 2016 (alternate weeks) (LN16210)
Apocalypse London – The City in Science Fiction
A–Z of London Radicals
In this five-week course, we will examine frightening re-imaginings of London in six 19th- and 20th-century works of fiction, which will include HG Wells’ The War of the Worlds and Orwell’s Nineteen EightyFour.
London has a vibrant history of grassroots protest and revolt in the workplace, in local communities and at its centres of power. This course will highlight the life stories of more than 20 radical thinkers, writers and activists in London from 1750–1950 who led, inspired or participated in movements for democracy, equality, freedom and social justice.
Course suitable for all with Sarah Wise, 16 students maximum £83 / £62 conc. for 6 sessions Mondays 7.00pm – 8.30pm 18 January – 4 April 2016 (alternate weeks)* (LN16211)
Course suitable for all with David Rosenberg, 10 students maximum £122 / £92 conc. for 7 sessions Thursdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 21 January – 3 March 2016 (LN16212)
*No class on 28 March
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Suffragettes – An Alternative History
The Slave Trade and the City – Investors and Beneficiaries
Most accounts of the suffragette movement highlight militant West End ‘ladies’, but the movement was much more diverse. This course focuses especially on the East London Federation of Suffragettes – a rebellious working‑class women’s movement – and Charlotte Despard’s breakaway Women’s Freedom League. Both of these organisations pursued a wider agenda for equality. The course includes two guided walks.
For a nation of history lovers we seem surprisingly incurious about exactly how the City became an economic powerhouse and upon whose backs it was built. Why are these questions never asked? Is it too uncomfortable a history, cleansed in the name of national pride? This course explores the silence over our national wealth so that we can begin to tell the whole story.
Course suitable for all with David Rosenberg, 16 students maximum £103 / £76 conc. for 6 sessions Tuesdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 12 January – 16 February 2016* (LN16213)
Course suitable for all with Susan Okokon, 16 students maximum £89 / £67 conc. for 6 sessions Tuesdays 6.30pm – 8.00pm 19 January – 23 February 2016 (LN16214)
*Guided walks on Saturday 6 & 13 February at 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Explore our Archives – Open to all Interested in researching London’s rich history but don’t know where to begin?
press cuttings, photographs, pamphlets, flyers, letters and more.
Our world-renowned library and archive collections are open to all.
Visit the library independently, enjoy a facilitated introduction to the materials through an informative library tour, or enrol on one of our thought-provoking archives courses (see page 9 or 20)
No membership, no appointment and no charge – access our historic maps,
For further information, please see bishopsgate.org.uk/courses
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Images of London – Lost Buildings and Streets Part 1
Images of London – Lost Buildings and Streets Part 2
Part one of this course focuses on the history of street photography and photography in London. The theory of a personal engagement with old photographs will be discussed in class; in particular those explored by Roland Barthes in Camera Lucida. Psychogeography will be introduced and explained as a means of engaging with the city on a personal and unconscious level.
This course focuses in depth on specific locations near to Bishopsgate Institute: Liverpool Street Station, Spitalfields and Bishopsgate itself. There will be plenty of opportunity for discussion and the sharing of memories. A guided walk to the featured sites will be included, weather permitting.
Course suitable for all with Steven Barrett, 12 students maximum £60 / £44 conc. for 1 session Saturday 11.30am – 4.30pm 27 February 2016 (LN16215)
Course suitable for all with Steven Barrett, 12 students maximum £60 / £44 conc. for 1 session Saturday 11.30am – 4.30pm 5 March 2016 (LN16216)
The Architecture of London Part 1 – 17th and 18th Centuries
The Architecture of London Part 2 – 19th to 21st Centuries
London’s architectural history is exceptionally rich and diverse. On this course you will survey the city’s evolving urban landscape during the 17th and 18th centuries. We will then look at the landmarks and distinctive buildings in detail beginning with the Great Fire of 1666 and Wren’s unrealised plan for a new city, and the buildings he actually completed – most notably the City churches and St Paul’s. We will then look at the great expansion westwards during the 18th century, the proliferation of Georgian squares and the emergence of town planning. This is the first of a two-part course and may be taken with or without Part 2 (19th to 21st centuries, please see separate course outline).
This course surveys the evolving urban landscape from the 19th century to the present day, focusing on landmarks and distinctive buildings that have helped to create London’s unique character.
Course suitable for all with Steven Barrett, 12 students maximum £60 / £44 conc. for 1 session Saturday 11.30am – 4.30pm 12 March 2016 (LN16217)
Course suitable for all with Steven Barrett, 12 students maximum £60 / £44 conc. for 1 session Saturday 11.30am – 4.30pm 19 March 2016 (LN16218)
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We will look at civic and ceremonial architecture, the architecture of pleasure, religious architecture, museums and transport architecture. We will focus on the arrival of Modernism and rebuilding after the Second World War and conclude with new stadia and the recent crop of tall buildings in the City. This is the second of a two-part course and may be taken with or without Part 1.
Walking Tours – London Cemetery Tales
Walking Tours – Americans and London
London’s cemeteries are a treasure trove of social history, funerary monuments and the human stories behind the graves. Discover four very different cemeteries from the dissenters at Bunhill Fields, the nature park at Tower Hamlets, the non-conformists at Abney Park and West Norwood, home of nearly 70 listed monuments. Personalities you will ‘meet’ include Mrs Beeton, William Booth, Daniel Defoe, William Blake and Henry ‘Sugar Cube’ Tate.
Great American artists, writers and philanthropists – and even great frauds – had lives that touched London, but also had a huge influence in their own country. Some will be familiar but others will be less so. We start with William Penn and some of the signatories of the American Declaration of Independence. Did you know that the great sculptor Jacob Epstein was born in New York? We shall spend time exploring some of his works, along with discovering other great names who made their home here, across these four afternoon walking tours.
Course suitable for all with Rachel Kolsky, 25 students maximum £55 / £41 conc. for 4 sessions Saturdays 11.00am – 1.00pm 5 March – 2 April 2016* (LN16219) new
Course suitable for all with Anne-Marie Craven, 25 students maximum £55 / £41 conc. for 4 sessions Wednesdays 2.30pm – 4.30pm 16 March – 6 April 2016 new (LN16220)
*No class on 26 March
Walking Tours – Artisans to Artists – London’s Changing Neighbourhoods Those searching for London’s current creative quarters would no longer head to the exclusive districts of Kensington or Chelsea. Discover four parts of London that are hailed by the style press as the new happening places for London’s trendsetters and discover their fascinating history. Peckham, Dalston, Deptford and Shoreditch are the areas explored in this short series of walking tours. Course suitable for all with Diane Burstein, 25 students maximum £55 / £41 conc. for 4 sessions Sundays 11.00am – 1.00pm 28 February – 20 March 2016 new (LN16221) For further information, please see bishopsgate.org.uk/courses
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Student Card Discount Get 10% off at Bishopsgate Kitchen* and concessionary rates on many of our cultural events. *does not include alcohol
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For further information, please see bishopsgate.org.uk/courses
“ Being greedy I would have loved an even longer course. Tutor was amazing.”
Arts & Culture
Whether you want to learn more about art or develop your photography skills, there’s sure to be a course to stimulate your interest.
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An Introduction to the History of European Art This course will explore the differences between Medieval and Renaissance art and between Baroque and Neoclassicism. Over five classes and a guided visit to the National Gallery, you will look at a selection of masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Jan van Eyck and Jan Vermeer among others.
Course suitable for all with Leslie Primo, 12 students maximum £106 / £80 conc. for 6 sessions Mondays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 18 January – 15 February 2016* (AC16201) Fridays 6.00pm – 8.00pm 12 February – 18 March 2016 (AC16202)
*Gallery visit at 2.30pm on Saturday 13 February
Iconography and Iconology – Secrets of the Old Masters Revealed Ever wondered whether there’s a hidden meaning behind paintings? In this course we’ll discover why signs and symbols are in paintings, and reveal how to find and interpret their meanings in paintings from Medieval to Baroque and beyond. This course will you give the tools to crack the hidden codes behind paintings in any art gallery and identify the seemingly mysterious figures in these great works of art. Course suitable for all with Leslie Primo, 16 students maximum £60 / £44 conc. for 1 session Saturday 10.30am – 4.30pm 19 March 2016 (AC16204) 16
An Introduction to Modern Art This course aims to demystify the language of modern art, setting out clear definitions of its key terms and presenting a history of the most important modern art movements and artists. Each week we will look at a selection of artworks in class and explore them together. The tutor will present a history of the artist, the art movement(s) they belonged to and describe the key features of the work itself. We will also look at the role of museums and art galleries in presenting modern art, and how modern art is portrayed in the media and popular culture. The course includes a gallery visit for the final class. Course suitable for all with Steven Barrett, 12 students maximum £85 / £64 conc. for 5 sessions Thursdays 2.30pm – 4.30pm 21 January – 18 February 2016 new (AC16203)
Exploring London’s Art Galleries On this course you will explore the collections of London’s three main galleries: the National Gallery, Tate Britain and Tate Modern. Each week you will discuss the collections and develop your skills in recognising the styles and techniques used in different periods and by a range of individual painters including Rembrandt, Dali, Turner and Rothko.
Course suitable for all with Al Johnson, 16 students maximum £89 / £67 conc. for 5 sessions Fridays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 19 February – 18 March 2016 (AC16205)
For further information, please see bishopsgate.org.uk/courses
Art History and Appreciation – Making Art
Five Centuries of Women Artists
In each session we will examine a single work from a London collection with an emphasis on the techniques and materials used in their creation. The works will include drawings, paintings, sculptures and prints, and techniques we will look at will include the gilding techniques used in early altarpieces, the making of pigment for painting, and the ways in which marble is sourced and carved.
The work of women artists has often been hidden or unnoticed. Many published art histories make no mention at all of women artists, and public collections still only represent a tiny minority of women working prior to the 20th century. This course will explore five centuries of women artists, and consider the contribution of women to the arts. We will also explore the work of the feminist art historians of the 1970s, who strove to bring these women artists to our attention.
Course suitable for all with Al Johnson, 12 students maximum £53 / £40 conc. for 6 sessions Tuesdays 1.05pm – 1.55pm 1 March – 5 April 2016 (AC16206)
Course suitable for all with Al Johnson, 12 students maximum £102 / £76 conc. for 6 sessions Tuesdays 2.30pm – 4.30pm 1 March – 5 April 2016 (AC16207)
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An Introduction to Western Architecture Part 2 – Renaissance to 18th Century
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How to Read a Building
This course covers the architecture of the Renaissance through the 17th and 18th centuries up to c.1800. We will look at the major eras and styles of architecture in chronological order and focus on how to recognise and describe the important features of buildings from each period. We will also examine the ways in which architecture reflects social and cultural history. This is an accessible course, with no prior knowledge of the subject required. Part 2 can be taken without having completed Part 1.
Each week we will go on a guided walk in the City to look at a building in detail. Together we will identify the architectural elements and discuss their origins, function and appearance. We will present a history for each building and the building’s location, purpose, origin and alterations or restoration, and its place within the urban landscape. The featured buildings are St Paul’s Cathedral, Bank of England, Liverpool Street Station, Broadgate, the Barbican and the Lloyds Building.
Course suitable for all with Steven Barrett, 16 students maximum £172 / £129 conc. for 10 sessions Thursdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 21 January – 24 March 2016 new (AC16208)
Course suitable for all with Steven Barrett, 16 students maximum £85 / £64 conc. for 5 sessions Thursdays 2.30pm – 4.30pm 25 February – 24 March 2016 new (AC16209) 17
Film Studies – Key Moments in Cinema History
Film Studies – Spanish Cinema
An introduction to acclaimed national movements and stylistic trends of cinema history. You will look at classic films of German expressionism, Soviet montage, Italian neo-realism, American film noir and the French new wave, and explore why they have been so influential. Film clips will include The Cabinet of Dr Caligari, Battleship Potemkin, Bicycle Thieves, Double Indemnity and A bout de souffle. No prior film knowledge is required.
An introductory guide to highlights of Spanish film past and present. You will explore the work of Spain’s greatest film‑makers, including Pedro Almodóvar, Víctor Erice and Luis Buñuel, as well as selected major stars. You will also consider how the country’s changing socio-political climate has been reflected on screen. Film clips will include Volver, Vacas, The Spirit of the Beehive and Viridiana. No prior film knowledge is required.
Course suitable for all with Hilary Smith, 16 students maximum £102 / £76 conc. for 6 sessions Wednesdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 13 January – 17 February 2016 (AC16210)
Course suitable for all with Hilary Smith, 16 students maximum £102 / £76 conc. for 6 sessions Wednesdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 2 March – 6 April 2016 (AC16211)
Film Studies – Introducing Hitchcock An introduction to the work of director Alfred Hitchcock. Sampling films from his prolific output – innovative silent films, classic British thrillers and famous Hollywood masterpieces – you’ll explore why he is considered one of the greatest film-makers ever. Film clips will include Vertigo – recently voted the ‘greatest film of all time’, Psycho, Blackmail, The 39 Steps, The Lodger and Rear Window. No prior film knowledge is required.
To whet your appetite for Hilary’s exploration of Spanish cinema and to develop your Spanish language skills take a look at our Spanish Cinema Conversation Club, on page 35, which meets to discuss the work of Spanish and Latin American filmmakers.
Course suitable for all with Hilary Smith, 16 students maximum £63 / £47 conc. for 1 session Saturday 11.00am – 5.00pm 12 March 2016 (AC16212)
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For further information, please see bishopsgate.org.uk/courses
Practical Photography
If you have always wanted to take amazing photographs, then our practical photography courses are for you. You will learn all those tricky aspects of your manual camera, master the art of composing a great picture and find inspiration to get out there and snap. Equipment required: a camera with manual functions, preferably an SLR. If you are unsure of your camera’s suitability, please contact us. Level 1 This course is for students who are new to the subject and want to get to grips with their camera, and for those wishing to brush up on their skills. Level 2 This course is for students who have attended the Level 1 Practical Photography course or equivalent. Level 1 with Armelle Skatulski, 10 students maximum £200 / £150 conc. for 6 sessions Wednesdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 13 January – 17 February 2016 (AC16213) 24 February – 30 March 2016 (AC16214) Level 2 with Armelle Skatulski, 10 students maximum £200 / £150 conc. for 6 sessions Tuesdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 23 February – 29 March 2016 (AC16215)
Looking for our London walking tours and courses? See our London section starting on page 7.
Photography – Night Photography During this course you will learn how to achieve the best results when shooting after dark as well as understanding the rights associated with shooting in public and downloading files. You will enhance your ability to capture the beauty of urban spaces in the City and the landscape around great east London locations: St Paul’s, the Millennium Bridge and Tower Bridge. There will also be an introduction to colour correcting in Photoshop during the course. Course suitable for all with Paulina Czyz, 10 students maximum £136 / £102 conc. for 6 sessions Wednesdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 2 March – 6 April 2016 (AC16216)
Photography Workshop – Take Great Photos in a Day This one-day workshop will teach you handy technical knowledge and enhance your creativity when taking photographs. You will learn how to control your manual camera’s exposure, moving away from limited automatic modes. This is an eyeopening workshop-style session with hands-on tuition and practice. During the workshop, the tutor will give you creative advice, ideas of what subjects to shoot, and tips on how to shoot them in an inspiring way. Expect to put all theory you learn into practice. Course suitable for all with Paulina Czyz, 10 students maximum £63 / £46 conc. for 1 session Saturday 10.30am – 4.30pm 2 April 2016 (AC16217) 19
Exploring Classical Music – Modern and Contemporary
Women in the 19th Century – The Fight for Human Rights
Covering classical music since the late 19th century, this is one of a series of three courses on the history of the subject which can be taken in any order. The course will include many musical examples (audio and video) drawn from the works of the most significant composers of the period such as Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Rossini and Tchaikovsky. No specialist musical knowledge is required.
At the outset of the 19th century, the legal, civic and political systems were governed solely by men. Women were restricted to the domestic sphere, their lives trapped in dependence and powerlessness. After centuries of silence, women began to agitate for the vote, rights over their children, bodies and finances, and equality of education. Discover how women fought for The Cause.
Course suitable for all with Roger Thomas, 10 students maximum £102 / £76 conc. for 6 sessions Thursdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 3 March – 7 April 2016 (AC16218)
Course suitable for all with Caroline Ings-Chambers, 16 students max. £103 / £77 conc. for 6 sessions Mondays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 22 February – 4 April 2016* (AC16219) *No class on 28 March
Archives Explorer – The Lesbian And Gay Newsmedia Archive (LAGNA) The Lesbian and Gay Newsmedia Archive is one of the greatest resources for exploring LGBT lives and experiences throughout the 20th century. Over 200,000 newspaper clippings offer insights into relationships between LGBT people and the state, the press, the church, and the economy, and demonstrate how homophobic laws rose and fell. This half-day workshop explores the LAGNA collections, allowing you to work hands-on with one of the most important collections of LGBT history in the UK. Course suitable for all with Justin Bengry, 14 students maximum £26 / £20 conc. for 1 session Saturday 2.30pm – 5.30pm 19 March 2016 (AC16220) 20
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Bookbinding – An Introduction
Wine Tasting – Level 1
This introductory bookbinding programme introduces students to the basic tools and techniques of bookbinding. Students will use non-adhesive binding techniques to construct two different pamphlet book structures that have practical uses as notebooks, journals, sketchbooks and chapbooks for creative writing, for example.
Popular with wine drinkers of all ages, this course aims to demystify wine tasting by teaching you how to judge the quality of wines. You will study the difference between smell and taste, fruit and structure, and will sample a variety of wines including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Grenache.
By the end of this course, you will be able to: • Identify and use basic bookbinding tools to fold, cut and sew paper and card. • Construct two simple non-adhesive pamphlet book structures (3-hole and 5-hole). • Independently access material and tool resources for further bookbinding projects.
Course suitable for all with Hugo Read, 12 students maximum £145 / £109 conc. for 6 sessions Wednesdays 7.15pm – 8.45pm 13 January – 24 February 2016* (AC16222)
Course suitable for all with Amy Prior, 12 students maximum £65 / £49 conc. for 1 session Saturday 10.30am – 4.30pm 2 April 2016 (AC16221)
*No class on 17 February
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Sketching in the City
This Sketching in the City course takes you to a different art gallery, museum or architectural venue in London each week where you will use a variety of materials to respond to the artworks and artefacts you view. As well as enhancing your skills, this course will help you develop an appreciation of art and architecture in London. Course suitable for all 14 students maximum £115 / £87 conc. for 6 sessions Thursdays 6.00pm – 8.00pm 18 February – 24 March 2016 (AC16223) 21
Tutor profile: Jennifer Farmer Playwriting tutor Jennifer Farmer has been a part-time lecturer at the University of Greenwich and London South Bank University. She has facilitated workshops for Soho Theatre, Royal Court, Central School of Speech and Drama and the Victoria and Albert Museum, and written plays for BBC Radios 3 and 4, Clean Break, Tricycle Theatre, Birmingham Rep, Bush Theatre, Paines Plough, National Youth Theatre and Belgrade Theatre. Much of my life as a playwright, dramaturg and theatregoer is governed by the pursuit of the ‘good play’. Each working day I strive to either write a good play, facilitate a good play or see a good play. So with all of this time and effort spent on the good play, it is worth considering the question: what is a good play? And is what makes a good play the same as what makes a play good? Okay, yes, that ended up being two questions... The phrase ‘a good play’ can evoke thoughts of a conventionally well-structured work with three-dimensional characters and a strong narrative arc. One where the conflict is clear and draws to a satisfying resolution. A play which knows the rules and follows them. As a playwriting tutor, part of my job is to share with students the conventions, if only so they can be
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disobeyed or ignored. In order to strike the balance between technical skill and creativity, I think it is imperative to see the conventions as ‘tools not rules’. For the Playwriting course at Bishopsgate Institute, I encourage students to see themselves as storytellers creating an engaging, theatrical experience, not just providing words for the actors to say. Using visual, tactile and aural materials to prompt writing exercises and to explore the many theatrical tools at their disposal, I help the students develop an all‑encompassing approach to playwriting. The workshop with the actors is always an exhilarating time. Even at this early stage, it is essential for playwrights to experience the collaborative and creative exchange of theatre-making and to have their stories brought to life.
For further information, please see bishopsgate.org.uk/courses
Words & Ideas
Explore the written and spoken word, and engage in philosophical thought and critical enquiry in this series of courses.
“ The whole course was wonderful; all different levels accommodated, would definitely recommend and will hope to join another course.� Creative Writing: Non-Fiction student 23
Creative Writing
Creative Writing – Starting from Scratch
This course has been designed to inspire you and provide you with the tools to write. Through practical writing exercises, visualisations and storytelling, you will tap into your own stories as a rich resource for fiction and non-fiction writing. You will experiment with various writing techniques and focus on different aspects of the writer’s craft in a safe and non-judgemental environment. No experience is necessary.
Ever wanted to write but don’t know where to start? This short course will get you going. Using exercises, discussion and feedback you will leave with a cast of characters, a plot outline and the opening pages ready to progress from.
Course suitable for all with Amy Prior, 16 students maximum £102 / £76 conc. for 6 sessions Wednesdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 13 January – 17 February 2016 (WR16201)
Course suitable for all with Heidi James, 16 students maximum £60 / £45 conc. for 1 session Saturday 10.30am – 4.30pm 6 February 2016 (WR16204)
with Amy Prior, 10 students maximum £102 / £76 conc. for 6 sessions Wednesdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 2 March – 6 April 2016 (WR16202) Saturdays 2.00pm – 4.00pm 13 February – 19 March 2016 (WR16203)
Creative Writing – Writing Short Stories
Creative Writing – Short Story Workshop – The Next Step
This course is for all short story enthusiasts, whether novice or well practised. You will develop your understanding of how to shape and hone your stories, making reference to the different short story forms and traditions as well as more general aspects of the writer’s craft.
This is a welcoming and practical workshop for students who have completed our Writing Short Stories course or are writing their own stories. From undiscovered authors to published writers, this supportive course is for short story writers who are writing.
Course suitable for all with Barbara Marsh, 14 students maximum £102 / £76 conc. for 6 sessions Tuesdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 12 January – 16 February 2016 (WR16205)
Advanced with Barbara Marsh, 10 students maximum £102 / £76 conc. for 6 sessions Tuesdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 1 March – 5 April 2016 (WR16206)
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Creative Writing – This Is Your Life
Creative Writing – Create Compelling Literary Characters
This Is Your Life is a course for all budding life-writers. Whether you are writing or would like to start writing a biography, a memoir or an autobiography, this course will help you on your way.
All great fiction, all unforgettable literature has at its heart compelling characters. The most common problems in creative writing – feeling ‘blocked’, unsure of the plot, unable to navigate the structure – all stem from not having created coherent, well-rounded characters. This course will not only give you all the tools necessary to create scintillating characters but will also show you just how your characters drive the plot forward.
Course suitable for all with Amy Prior, 12 students maximum £84 / £63 conc. for 6 sessions Thursdays 2.30pm – 4.30pm 3 March – 7 April 2016 (WR16207)
Course suitable for all with Heidi James, 16 students maximum £60 / £45 conc. for 1 session Saturday 10.30am – 4.30pm 5 March 2016 (WR16208)
Screenwriting – Scene One
The Mechanics of Screenwriting
Never mind novels, many of us have film or television stories waiting to pour out of us. This two-session, four-hour introduction to screenwriting will develop your understanding of what it means to write for the screen and introduce you to a world of visual expression.
This course is for anyone who wants to learn how to tell effective stories for the screen. Through practical exercises and viewing different films, you will use your own experiences to construct your screenplay. At the end of the course you will have learnt the skills necessary to construct the first draft of your film.
Course suitable for all with Guy Meredith, 12 students maximum £40 / £30 conc. for 2 sessions Mondays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 18 January – 25 January 2016 (WR16209)
Course suitable for all with Guy Meredith, 12 students maximum £80 / £60 conc. for 4 sessions Mondays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 14 March – 18 April 2016* (WR16210)
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For further information, please see bishopsgate.org.uk/courses
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Playwriting
Playwriting – Redrafting Your Play
Playwriting is a vibrant avenue for creative writers to explore, and this course will introduce you to the critical and practical skills needed to produce works for the stage. You will discover how to structure narrative, create characters and craft dialogue, giving you the tools needed to shape the first draft of a play. This course will include a workshop with professional actors in order to understand the writer’s collaborative role in creating work for performance.
You’ve completed your first draft but can’t see the play for the words! This intensive workshop will arm you with the exercises, tips and tools to bring focus, clarity and consistency to your play, helping your characters, structure and narrative work together. You will be able to shape and sharpen your work into a stronger, cohesive and dynamic play. This workshop is for playwrights who have completed at least one full draft of their play. Plays are to be submitted to the tutor prior to the workshop to help address playwrights’ individual needs.
Course suitable for all with Jennifer Farmer, 12 students maximum £173 / £130 conc. for 6 sessions Mondays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 1 February – 7 March 2016* & Saturday 27 February, 10.30am – 2.30pm (WR16211)
Advanced with Jennifer Farmer, 12 students maximum £80 / £60 conc. for 1 session Saturday 10.30am – 4.30pm 2 April 2016 new (WR16212)
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Madness in the 19th Century Novel Mental illness – real or alleged – is a major theme or plot device in many 19th-century novels. This course examines a number of works, some well known, others less so, and analyses the variety of Victorian views of insanity. Books include Jane Eyre, The Woman in White and The Fall of the House of Usher. Course suitable for all with Sarah Wise, 12 students maximum £83 / £62 conc. for 6 sessions Tuesdays 7.00pm – 8.30pm 26 January – 5 April 2016 (alternate weeks) (WR16213)
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For further information, please see bishopsgate.org.uk/courses
Philosophy – Introduction to Moral Philosophy
Philosophy – Introduction to Political Philosophy
‘What should I do?’ is one of the most challenging questions in philosophy as well as in our lives. We will explore the minefield of answers given by philosophers throughout history, with an emphasis on contemporary solutions. We will also apply a philosophical approach to moral problems of our time.
What is the point of political theory? Can it help us critique and shape real politics? Our discussions will serve to clarify some of the most fundamental questions that political reality challenges us to ask: What is justice? What is equality? How does the individual relate to the state?
Course suitable for all with Anja Steinbauer, 16 students maximum £102 / £76 conc. for 6 sessions Thursdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 14 January – 18 February 2016 new (WR16214)
Course suitable for all with Anja Steinbauer, 16 students maximum £102 / £76 conc. for 6 sessions Thursdays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 3 March – 7 April 2016 new (WR16215)
History of Western Thought in 5 hours
A Beginner’s Guide to Labour History
Who were Plato, Descartes, Marx? Were the Middle Ages really the ‘Dark Ages’? How did the Enlightenment change our world forever? We will take a whirlwind tour through Western intellectual history, putting into context and perspective some of its most salient movements and individuals.
The election of Jeremy Corbyn as Labour leader has ignited interest in ‘Old Labour’ ideals – but how well do you understand these ideals? This half-day course includes a guided tour of our extraordinarily rich ‘labourist’ library and archive collections followed by opportunities to get hands‑on with pamphlets, flyers and rarely‑seen political ephemera documenting over 100 years of the labour and trade union movements. No prior knowledge of archive use or political history is required.
Course suitable for all with Anja Steinbauer, 16 students maximum £60 / £45 conc. for 1 session Saturday 10.30am – 4.30pm 12 March 2016 new (WR16216)
Course suitable for all with Michelle Johansen, 16 students maximum £28 / £21 conc. for 1 session Saturday 11.00am – 2.00pm 19 March 2016 new (WR16217)
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Languages Open Day on Tuesday 8 December 2015 from 12.00pm to 2.00pm and 5.00pm to 7.00pm Keen to start learning a language or to improve your language skills? Not sure what level you need to be or which course will suit you? Our Languages Open Day is a chance to drop in and speak to our tutors and get help and information to find the course that will suit you.
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No need to book an appointment, just come along to our lunchtime or evening sessions where you’ll have the chance to speak to tutors from our French, Italian and Spanish courses. We’ll also have staff to answer queries about Arabic, Chinese Mandarin, German and Russian, and you’ll be able to enrol on any of our courses on the day.
All of our courses are taught by native speakers and are run in very small classes. Please note that our lunchtime courses run twice a week for 50 mins and the evening courses run once a week for two hours.
“ I met lifelong friends and developed the skills to communicate in Italian markets, restaurants, and in general conversation with locals whilst finding my way around town. Highly recommended!� Italian student
Languages
Our popular language courses are suitable for work and pleasure, and cater for a range of abilities from complete beginners to the more fluent. Whether learning a new language for your next holiday, for work or just for your own enjoyment, we are sure to have a course suitable for you.
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Language Level Guide
Please read the descriptions for each level and module to decide which one is most suitable for you. The following level descriptions are for general guidance, and there may be some variations within individual courses. For individual course outlines, please visit our website. Level 1: Module A As a complete beginner, this course will help you gain a basic knowledge of the language. You will learn how to introduce yourself and others, and you will be able to speak about your family and friends, your work environment, your town/country and your likes and dislikes. By the end of the course you will be able to hold a basic conversation on everyday matters, be able to tell the time, count and speak about your hobbies. Level 1: Module B This course is for students who have either completed Level 1: Module A at Bishopsgate Institute or have knowledge equivalent to a term’s tuition. You will deepen your knowledge of the subjects covered in Level 1: Module A and cover asking for directions, booking a hotel room and talking about your interests and hobbies. You will increase your confidence in dealing with social and professional situations. Level 2: Module A This course is for students who have completed both Level 1 modules, or equivalent, and those who are confident in all areas covered in that level. You will learn how to conduct basic telephone conversations and some business vocabulary, and become more confident in a wide range of topics. You will learn how to express yourself more precisely and be able to give more details about your own experiences. 30
Level 2: Module B This course is for students who have completed Level 2: Module A or who are confident in the topics and grammar covered in that module. You will learn to give details about yourself and your life experiences in the past tense. You will gain the confidence to express yourself more clearly on a number of topics, for example commenting on different cultural events you have seen, talking about your last holiday and responding appropriately in different social situations. Conversational French: This course is for students who have completed Level 2: Module B or have completed at least 80 hours or equivalent of guided tuition. You will discuss with the help of semi-controlled practice topics like environment, education, science and technology, art, politics and transport. Conversational Upper Intermediate This course is for students who have completed 100 hours or equivalent of guided tuition. You will discuss a range of topics more freely, such as cinema, work, social life and current affairs. You may also learn to write letters, memos and emails for professional purposes as well as developing your understanding of short newspaper and magazine articles. Conversational Advanced This course is for students whose language proficiency and confidence enables them to participate in debates, guided conversations and free exchanges. This course is suitable for those with an A-level or equivalent in language learning. You will use audio and visual materials to stimulate discussion, and you will make a short presentation to the class.
Brand New Courses
Espresso Italiano
Russian Traveller’s Toolkit
Thinking about studying Italian? Are you a morning person? Can’t live without your morning coffee? This breakfast club course is for you, then.
Are you thinking about travelling to Russia for business or pleasure? This course has been designed with the help of regular travellers to Russia and those who have lived in the country, and explores language and cultural differences and similarities.
Come and join us for an espresso or cappuccino whilst being introduced to the language and beginning to investigate the culture. Where possible and practicable, the course may occasionally take place in a café near the Institute for an even more authentic Italian flavour. Enjoy a powerful wake‑up shot of learning to start your day. See details on page 34.
It also provides a quick introduction to basic expressions and phrases that you will need to survive your trips and will act as a primer for exploring this rich and often surprising culture. It will cover a wide range of topics such as introducing yourself and others in different contexts, etiquette and social expectations, and will aim to equip you for common situations such as finding your way around, booking a hotel room or using public transport. See details on page 34.
For further information, please see bishopsgate.org.uk/courses
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Brand New Courses
Spanish Cinema Conversation Club Our brand new film-themed conversation club – this is an informal discussion group which explores Spanish and Latin American films. You’ll have the chance to focus on the works of film directors like Pedro Almodóvar and Julio Medem, as a route to building your language skills, where you’ll deepen your knowledge and explore the particular vocabulary of film, in order to confidently discuss the politics, societies, cultures and linguistic registers as well as filmmakers’ creative choices in this vibrant art form. See details on page 35. Those with a particular interest in film criticism might like to know that we are also running a six-part Spanish Cinema course – in English – later in the term (see page 18).
Arabic
Level 1: Module A with Alaa Sonjoq, 12 students maximum £216 / £162 conc. for 10 sessions Mondays 6.00pm – 8.00pm 11 January – 14 March 2016 (LA16201) Level 1: Module A with Alaa Sonjoq, 12 students maximum £201 / £151 conc. for 20 sessions Tuesdays & Thursdays 1.05pm – 1.55pm 12 January – 17 March 2016 (LA16202) Level 1: Module B with Alaa Sonjoq, 12 students maximum £201 / £151 conc. for 20 sessions Tuesdays & Thursdays 12.05pm – 12.55pm 12 January – 17 March 2016 (LA16203)
Chinese Mandarin
Level 1: Module A with Ching Hui Wilkinson, 10 students maximum £201 / £151 conc. for 20 sessions Mondays & Wednesdays 1.05pm – 1.55pm 11 January – 16 March 2016 (LA16204) Level 1: Module A with Ching Hui Wilkinson, 10 students maximum £216 / £162 conc. for 10 sessions Wednesdays 6.00pm – 8.00pm 13 January – 16 March 2016 (LA16205)
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French
Level 1: Module A with Bruno Males, 12 students maximum £201 / £151 conc. for 20 sessions Mondays & Wednesdays 1.05pm – 1.55pm 11 January – 16 March 2016 (LA16206)
Level 2: Module A with Coraline Pawlak, 12 students maximum £216 / £162 conc. for 10 sessions Thursdays 6.00pm – 8.00pm 14 January – 17 March 2016 (LA16210)
Level 1: Module A 12 students maximum £216 / £162 conc. for 10 sessions Mondays 6.00pm – 8.00pm 11 January – 14 March 2016 (LA16207)
Conversational Upper Intermediate with Bruno Males, 12 students maximum £201 / £151 conc. for 20 sessions Mondays & Wednesdays 12.05pm – 12.55pm 11 January – 16 March 2016 (LA16211)
Level 1: Module B with Elsa Damien, 12 students maximum £201 / £151 conc. for 20 sessions Mondays & Wednesdays 12.05pm – 12.55pm 11 January – 16 March 2016 (LA16208)
Conversational Intermediate with Bruno Males, 12 students maximum £216 / £162 conc. for 10 sessions Tuesdays 6.00pm – 8.00pm 12 January – 15 March 2016 (LA16212)
Level 1: Module B with Clement Guerra, 10 students maximum £216 / £162 conc. for 10 sessions Mondays 6.00pm – 8.00pm 11 January – 14 March 2016 (LA16209)
Conversational Advanced with Elsa Damien, 12 students maximum £201 / £151 conc. for 20 sessions Mondays & Wednesdays 1.05pm – 1.55pm 11 January – 16 March 2016 (LA16213)
For further information, please see bishopsgate.org.uk/courses
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German
Italian
Level 1: Module A with Katja Miarka, 14 students maximum £201 / £151 conc. for 20 sessions Wednesdays & Fridays 1.05pm – 1.55pm 13 January – 18 March 2016 (LA16214) Level 1: Module B with Katja Miarka, 14 students maximum £201 / £151 conc. for 20 sessions Wednesdays & Fridays 12.05pm – 12.55pm 13 January – 18 March 2016 (LA16215)
Italian Beginners: Espresso Italiano with Laura Troisi, 12 students maximum £201 / £152 conc. for 18 sessions Tuesdays & Thursdays 8.05am – 9.05am 19 January – 17 March 2016 (LA16216) See page 31 for more details
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Level 1: Module A with Federica Tedeschi, 12 students maximum £216 / £162 conc. for 10 sessions Thursdays 6.00pm – 8.00pm 14 January – 17 March 2016 (LA16217) Level 1: Module B with Laura Troisi, 12 students maximum £201 / £151 conc. for 20 sessions Tuesdays & Thursdays 12.05pm – 12.55pm 12 January – 17 March 2016 (LA16218) Level 1: Module B with Evi Campetella, 12 students maximum £216 / £162 conc. for 10 sessions Thursdays 6.00pm – 8.00pm 14 January – 17 March 2016 (LA16219)
Russian
Russian Traveller’s Toolkit with Natalia Lyons, 12 students maximum £201 / £151 conc. for 20 sessions Tuesdays & Thursdays 1.05pm – 1.55pm 12 January – 17 March 2016 (LA16221) See page 31 for more details
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Conversational Intermediate with Laura Troisi, 10 students maximum £201 / £151 conc. for 20 sessions Tuesdays & Thursdays 1.05pm – 1.55pm 12 January – 17 March 2016 (LA16220)
For further information, please see bishopsgate.org.uk/courses
Spanish
Level 1: Module A with Elena Ugarte, 12 students maximum £201 / £151 conc. for 20 sessions Mondays & Wednesdays 1.05pm – 1.55pm 11 January – 16 March 2016 (LA16222) Level 1: Module A with Adriana Itriago, 14 students maximum £216 / £162 conc. for 10 sessions Mondays 6.00pm – 8.00pm 11 January – 14 March 2016 (LA16223) Level 1: Module A with Maria Isalt, 12 students maximum £216 / £162 conc. for 10 sessions Wednesdays 6.00pm – 8.00pm 13 January – 16 March 2016 (LA16224) Level 1: Module B with Elena Ugarte, 12 students maximum £201 / £151 conc. for 20 sessions Mondays & Wednesdays 12.05pm – 12.55pm 11 January – 16 March 2016 (LA16225) Level 1: Module B with Maria Isalt, 12 students maximum £216 / £162 conc. for 10 sessions Tuesdays 6.00pm – 8.00pm 12 January – 15 March 2016 (LA16226) Level 2: Module B with Carolina García, 12 students maximum £216 / £162 conc. for 10 sessions Wednesdays 6.00pm – 8.00pm 13 January – 16 March 2016 (LA16227) Conversational Intermediate: Spanish Cinema Conversation Club with Carolina García, 12 students maximum £108 / £81 conc. for 5 sessions Fridays 2.00pm – 4.00pm 15 January – 12 February 2016 (LA16228) new See page 32 for more details
Course levels If you do not see your level advertised, please contact us as we may be able to provide additional courses if there is sufficient demand. For more information please contact the Language Courses Manager. Email: enquiries@bishopsgate.org.uk Tel: 020 7392 9242 Course outlines Detailed course outlines, which will help you assess your level, are available on our website. Language courses waiting list We advise that you enrol early as we keep class sizes small in order to offer a high standard of teaching. If you find that your course of choice is full, please ask to be added to our waiting list. We will let you know if a place becomes available or if we will offer an extra course. Language textbooks You may need to buy a textbook to follow your chosen language course. Your tutor will advise you which book to buy during your first class. The approximate cost of the book is £20 and it can be used over two to three courses. Absence If you know in advance that you will miss a class, please speak to your tutor so they can bring you hand-outs and provide you with the homework. If you miss a session, to request your homework, please contact your tutor or email us on enquiries@bishopsgate.org.uk so we can get information on the material missed on your behalf. 35
Bursary Programme Funded places on our courses Bishopsgate Institute provides a number of funded places on our Courses for Adults programme to people who find it hard to pay the full or concessionary rates. For details please see page 49.
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For further information, please see bishopsgate.org.uk/courses
“ Excellent teacher! So experienced, artistic and expressive, she really helped me.� Acting and Drama Level 1 student
Performing Arts
Whether you want to improve your dance technique, embrace your acting skills or work on your singing, our Performing Arts courses offer something for everyone. You do not need to bring a partner to any of our dance courses.
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Ballroom and Latin Dance
The popularity of Ballroom and Latin dancing is as high now as in its heyday from the 1950s to the 1970s. Have you always wanted to try it? Are you perhaps coming back to it after a break? We offer a range of courses for students of all levels, and you can practise what you have learned at our monthly Bishopsgate Ballroom social dances. Who knows? Your next stop could be medals or even a competition! Level 1: Waltz and Quickstep A six-week course in Waltz and Quickstep, suitable for beginners. Level 1: Tango & Cha-Cha-Cha A six-week course in Tango and Cha-Cha-Cha, suitable for beginners. Improvers: A course further developing your technique, choreography and musicality. Previous experience of Ballroom dance is required. Level 1: Waltz and Quickstep with Emma Weir, 26 students maximum £69 / £52 conc. for 6 sessions Thursdays 7.30pm – 8.30pm 14 January – 18 February 2016 (PA16201) Level 1: Tango and Cha-Cha-Cha with Emma Weir, 26 students maximum £69 / £52 conc. for 6 sessions Thursdays 7.30pm – 8.30pm 25 February – 31 March 2016 (PA16202)
Ballroom Dancing – Saturday Masterclass Lemington Ridley, three-times UK Latin Same-Sex Champion, is teaching two of his inspiring masterclasses at Bishopsgate Institute this spring term. Masterclass: Latin Technique & Performance: From Ballet to Latin Course suitable for all with Lemington Ridley, 26 students maximum £26 / £15 conc. for 1 session Saturday 11.00am – 1.30pm 6 February 2016 (PA16205) 9 April 2016 (PA16206)
Ballroom Dancing – Waltz and Quickstep One-Day Course Get dancing in a day with this one-day Ballroom dancing course covering the main Ballroom Waltz and Quickstep styles. This course will guide you through the basic steps with a focus on enjoyment. Course suitable for all with Emma Weir, 26 students maximum £57 / £44 conc. for 1 session Saturday 10.30am – 4.30pm 27 February 2016 (PA16207)
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For further information, please see bishopsgate.org.uk/courses
Rock & Roll and Jive
Rock & Roll and Jive – One-Day Course
A fun, lively and energetic dance style featuring the traditional triple-action Jive (‘Ballroom’ Jive) and 1950s six-count basic and modern variations. Including lots of turns, flicks and spins, and performed to some of the best-loved Rock & Roll tunes, this course is a great way to boost your energy levels after work.
This fun and energetic course teaches the basic action of both Rock & Roll and Jive styles. Dancing to some of the best-loved Rock & Roll tunes from the 1950s to the present day, you will learn turns, spins and freestyle moves to create fun, simple, repeatable routines.
Level 1: This course is suitable for those new to Rock & Roll and Jive. Improvers: This course is for those who have completed a Level 1 course or equivalent.
Course suitable for all with Emma Weir, 26 students maximum £57 / £44 conc. for 1 session Saturday 10.30am – 4.30pm 30 January 2016 (PA16211)
Level 1 with Emma Weir, 20 students maximum £66 / £50 conc. for 6 sessions Wednesdays 6.00pm – 7.00pm 13 January – 17 February 2016 (PA16208) 24 February – 30 March 2016 (PA16209) Improvers with Emma Weir, 20 students maximum £66 / £50 conc. for 6 sessions Wednesdays 7.00pm – 8.00pm 24 February – 30 March 2016 (PA16210)
Health screening forms If you are enrolling on a Performing Arts course you will need to complete a health screening form at the beginning of your first class. What to wear Ballroom: For men: standard-heeled soft leather shoes (no backless shoes). For women: medium heels or jazz shoes (no boots, stilettos, ballet pumps or backless shoes). Trainers are also acceptable. Rock & Roll and Jive: Loose, comfortable clothing (T-shirt, tracksuit bottoms, leggings) and trainers or jazz shoes. 39
Acting and Drama
If you want to try your hand at acting or rekindle your passion for the stage, then our Acting and Drama courses are for you. Level 1: Introduction to Acting and Drama This course will introduce basic theatre skills and explore character creation, voice, posture, movement, projection and many other stage techniques. You will have the opportunity to work with a range of scripts, including excerpts from Abigail’s Party, Death of a Salesman, Art and A Streetcar Named Desire. Level 2: Bishopsgate Players Designed for people who have some experience of acting and want to work at a more advanced level, this course offers opportunities to develop stage techniques including voice, posture, movement, projection and characterisation, working towards a performance for a small invited audience. These courses are run in conjunction with the national touring company Icon theatre. Level 1: Introduction to Acting and Drama with Valerie Dent, 16 students maximum £125 / £94 conc. for 10 sessions Wednesdays 7.15pm – 9.00pm 13 January – 16 March 2016 (PA16213) Level 2: Bishopsgate Players with Valerie Dent, 18 students maximum £158 / £119 conc. for 11 sessions Thursdays 7.00pm – 9.00pm 14 January – 17 March 2016 & Friday 18 March 2016 (PA16214)
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Acting Techniques for Presentation Skills Explore and develop your presentation skills in this friendly and creative course that will help you increase self-confidence when presenting information to large groups. These six practical sessions will provide you with body and voice exercises, acting techniques to help you with stage audience awareness and text analyses to support good speech delivery. Course suitable for all with Valerie Dent, 16 students maximum £144 / £108 conc. for 10 sessions Mondays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 18 January – 21 March 2016 (PA16212)
Bishopsgate Singers
Bishopsgate Singers is a 70-strong a cappella choir singing songs in beautiful unaccompanied four- and five-part harmony. We sing from lots of different genres of music; from modern and classic pop to folk and world music. Everything is learnt by ear and audio downloads are made available halfway through the term so you can practise on the tube! The group is for both experienced and new singers who are interested in singing in harmony and developing their harmony skills and has a real supportive community atmosphere. We drink tea and make new friends as well as making glorious sounds. Course suitable for all with Gitika Partington, 70 students maximum £88 / £66 conc. for 8 sessions Mondays 6.30pm – 8.30pm 1 February – 21 March 2016 (PA16215)
The Tubthumping Chorus
Singing Solo – Discover Your Voice
Our fast-growing folk choir will explore harmony a cappella arrangements (with the occasional accordion) of an array of songs that might shelter under the umbrella of ‘folk’. This includes sea shanties, ballads, protest songs, humanist hymns, football songs, forgotten carols, modern folk songs and music hall. Harmony singing at its finest. There will be opportunities for sharing songs at the end of term.
Level 1: The course is designed for beginners or those with little experience in singing who would like to further develop their technique.
Course suitable for all with Gitika Partington, 40 students maximum £68 / £52 conc. for 8 sessions Tuesdays 6.30pm – 8.00pm 2 February – 22 March 2016 (PA16216)
Level 1 with Simon Gilkes, 14 students maximum £88 / £67 conc. for 8 sessions Saturdays 11.00am – 1.00pm 30 January – 2 April 2016* (PA16218)
Singing in Harmony – One-Day Workshop This one-day workshop is open to all singers, whether you are a bathroom warbler or a singer of more experience. We cover a variety of songs in four-part harmony from popular, folk and world traditions. This year Gitika is inviting hand-picked guest workshop leaders to come and run the sessions, so keep an eye out on the Bishopsgate website for more information.
Level 2: This course is designed for singers who have completed Discover Your Voice Level 1, or equivalent, and who are already familiar with the basic techniques of singing.
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Level 2 with Simon Gilkes, 14 students maximum £88 / £67 conc. for 8 sessions Saturdays 2.00pm – 4.00pm 30 January – 2 April 2016* (PA16219) *No class on 5 and 26 March
Course suitable for all with Gitika Partington, 70 students maximum £37 / £29 conc. for 1 session Saturday 10.30am – 4.30pm 12 March 2016 (PA16217)
For further information, please see bishopsgate.org.uk/courses
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Tutor profile: Frances Newberry Frances first came to Bishopsgate Institute in the early 1980s as a student. She was working in the area at the time and decided, with a friend, to attend yoga classes they had seen advertised here. It was very makeshift back then. Two teachers had just hired a room and there was no equipment supplied. Was it all 1970s/80s leotards? It probably was a bit leotardy but actually the system of Iyengar yoga was very similar. Obviously it’s developed a great deal since then. What inspired me was the age of the teachers: one was in her mid-seventies and the other her mid-sixties. Being a young twenty-something then, that seemed quite old, but I was very impressed with how they looked for their ages – yoga was obviously doing something for them – and it inspired me to continue. How is Iyengar different? Most people know it as the one that uses props – which are now kindly provided by Bishopsgate: belts, blankets and blocks. I’d say that the Iyengar system is demanding but accommodating for everyone. The props help a wide range of abilities to do poses safely. And the word Iyengar? Well, that was BKS Iyengar, a renowned teacher from India, who has an Institute in Pune where people would go for traditional training. Sadly he died last year at the age of 95.
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Is it meditation or exercise? I would say that initially Iyengar appears to be more physical. Meditation? More the mind being focussed – meditation in action. Who comes and who does it benefit? People come for various reasons. They want to be more mobile, they may have bad backs, some are stressed city workers local to the area, some come from further out. Looking at the people who come to my classes, some have been with me for 10 or 20 years, so they must be getting something out of it. Is there anyone who shouldn’t do it? There may be some things that people find they can’t do initially, but the Iyengar system pretty much caters for anyone. Anyone with serious problems probably should find a specifically qualified one-to-one session. But I’ve been teaching now since 1984 and no one has been injured in my classes as the props help students do the poses safely. How should people feel after a session? Stretched, energised and more positive. One student said to me the other night, ‘I nearly didn’t come. I’d had such a horrible day at work... but I’m so glad I came. I feel so much better now.’
“ Really enjoyed myself and I am now more flexible.� Body & Exercise student
Body & Exercise
Our Body & Exercise courses offer an ideal opportunity to exercise, with classes specifically designed for your lunch break or after work.
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The Art of Meditation and Mindfulness
Hatha Yoga
These courses teach contemporary mindfulness practices and meditation, which are rooted in ancient tradition and remain relevant today. Learn practices to navigate the stresses of modern city life and develop a calm and attentive state of mind.
Hatha yoga will improve your strength, stamina and flexibility in addition to increasing your energy levels and your awareness. This fun practice will help boost your confidence as you focus and relax.
Level for All: These courses are suitable for both beginners and experienced students.
Level 1: Beginners You will learn the basics of yoga posture work, breathing and relaxation techniques.
Level 1: This course introduces meditation to newcomers: you will learn traditional meditations for relaxation, clarity of mind and the cultivation of positive emotion towards oneself and others. Level 2: This course is for those who have already completed a Level 1 course and/or are familiar with the Mindfulness of Breathing and Loving Kindness meditations. You will go deeper in practice with less instruction and more space. Level 1 with Catherine Powell, 18 students maximum £63 / £47 conc. for 6 sessions Thursdays 12.05pm – 12.55pm 14 January – 18 February 2016 (BE16201) 3 March – 7 April 2016 (BE16202) Level 2 with Catherine Powell, 18 students maximum £63 / £47 conc. for 6 sessions Thursdays 1.05pm – 1.55pm 14 January – 18 February 2016 (BE16203) 3 March – 7 April 2016 (BE16204) Level for All with Catherine Powell, 18 students maximum £52 / £39 conc. for 1 session Saturday 10.30am – 4.30pm 19 March 2016 (BE16205) 44
Level 2: Intermediate This course is for those who have completed a Level 1 course at Bishopsgate Institute (or a similar course) and who wish to deepen their understanding of the practices. Level 1 with Marina, 16 students maximum £56 / £44 conc. for 6 sessions Thursdays 1.05pm – 1.55pm 14 January – 18 February 2016 (BE16206) 3 March – 7 April 2016 (BE16207) Level 2 with Marina, 16 students maximum £56 / £44 conc. for 6 sessions Thursdays 12.05pm – 12.55pm 14 January – 18 February 2016 (BE16208) 3 March – 7 April 2016 (BE16209)
Iyengar Yoga
The Iyengar system of yoga emphasises precise and careful body alignment, muscular balance and maximum spinal extension. It helps release tensions, improves posture and gradually retrains the body to become stronger, more supple and healthy. Level 1: Beginners This course is designed for beginners and those relatively new to Iyengar yoga as an introduction to the basics of yoga posture work, breathing and relaxation techniques. Level 2 and 2 / 3: Advanced Beginners This course is for those who have completed two to three terms at Bishopsgate Institute, or who have substantial previous experience, and wish to deepen their understanding of the practices. For Level 2 and beyond you should be steady in standing poses and familiar with inversions. Level 1 with Frances Newberry, 16 students maximum £112 / £88 conc. for 12 sessions Tuesdays 12.05pm – 12.55pm 12 January – 5 April 2016* (BE16212) *Half term on 23 February
Level 1 with Frances Newberry, 16 students maximum £125 / £94 conc. for 12 sessions Tuesdays 7.15pm – 8.30pm 12 January – 5 April 2016* (BE16213) *Half term on 23 February
Level 1 with Frances Newberry, 16 students maximum £125 / £94 conc. for 12 sessions Wednesdays 6.00pm – 7.15pm 13 January – 6 April 2016* (BE16214) *Half term on 24 February
Level 2 with Frances Newberry, 16 students maximum £122 / £88 conc. for 12 sessions Tuesdays 1.05pm – 1.55pm 12 January – 5 April 2016* (BE16215) *Half term on 23 February
Level 2 with Brian Elliot, 16 students maximum £69 / £52 conc. for 6 sessions Tuesdays 6.00pm – 7.15pm 12 January – 16 February 2016 (BE16216) 1 March – 5 April 2016 (BE16217) Level 2 / 3 with Frances Newberry, 16 students maximum £122 / £88 conc. for 12 sessions Wednesdays 12.05pm – 12.55pm 13 January – 6 April 2016* (BE16218) *Half term on 25 February
MindFlow Hatha Yoga
Come and learn this uplifting form of traditional Hatha yoga, combining Vinyasa Flow and Mindfulness. We will learn flowing Asanas (postures), Pranayama (breathing/ energy work), deep relaxation and introducing stillness. These practices will help improve your focus, your flexibility, your stamina and your strength, both in body and mind. Level for All with Marina, 16 students maximum £84 / £66 conc. for 6 sessions Tuesdays 6.30pm – 8.00pm 12 January – 16 February 2016 (BE16210) 1 March – 5 April 2016 (BE16211)
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Pilates
Pilates can positively change your body by teaching you to be in control of how you move and improving your core stability, alignment, coordination, flexibility and muscle tone. Pilates is suitable for all ages and fitness levels and those new to exercise. Level 1: Beginners These courses are suitable for beginners and those relatively new to Pilates. Level 2: Advanced Beginners Intermediate and advanced exercises to develop a more toned and flexible body. Level 1 with Georgina O’Connell, 14 students maximum £135 / £101 conc. for 12 sessions Mondays 1.05pm – 1.55pm 11 January – 4 April 2016* (BE16219) Wednesdays 1.05pm – 1.55pm 13 January – 30 March 2016 (BE16220)
Pilates for Healthy Movement Most people develop habits of movement causing them to overuse some muscles and underuse others. This style of Pilates trains the body towards balanced patterns of healthy movement by aligning the spine, engaging core strength and breathing effectively. Exercises are worked using deep, slow movements that effectively build core strength, tone the major muscle groups of the body, increase range of movement and improve posture. Level 1 with Caroline Ings-Chambers, 14 students max. £135 / £101 conc. for 12 sessions Tuesdays 1.05pm – 1.55pm 12 January – 5 April 2016* (BE16225) *No class on 23 February
*No class on 28 March
Level 1 with Renata Passos, 14 students maximum £135 / £101 conc. for 12 sessions Tuesdays 12.05pm – 12.55pm 12 January – 5 April 2016* (BE16221) Tuesdays 2.05pm – 2.55pm 12 January – 5 April 2016* (BE16222) *No class on 23 February
Level 2 with Georgina O’Connell, 14 students maximum £135 / £101 conc. for 12 sessions Mondays 12.05pm – 12.55pm 11 January – 4 April 2016* (BE16223) Wednesdays 12.05pm – 12.55pm 13 January – 30 March 2016 (BE16224) *No class on 28 March
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Health screening forms If you are enrolling on a Body & Exercise course you will need to complete a health screening form at the beginning of your first class. What to wear The Art of Meditation: No specific clothing required. Yoga: Loose comfortable clothing (T-shirt, tracksuit bottoms, leggings). No footwear required. Pilates: Comfortable clothing (T-shirt, leggings, shorts) and socks.
Upcoming Term Dates Continue your personal learning experience at Bishopsgate Institute. Look out for our summer term courses starting on 25 April 2016, with enrolment opening 16 March 2016.
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Information for Students Contact details Bishopsgate Institute 230 Bishopsgate London EC2M 4QH Tel: 020 7392 9200 Fax: 020 7392 9250 enquiries@bishopsgate.org.uk bishopsgate.org.uk Box Office is open from: Monday to Friday 9.00am – 6.00pm Keep in touch If you would like to be kept informed of future Bishopsgate Institute courses or events you can subscribe to our e-newsletter. See our website for details or ask at the Box Office. How to enrol You can enrol in person, online, by post or by phone. We advise you enrol early to avoid disappointment. Methods of payment • Credit / debit cards (excluding Solo and American Express) • Cash • Cheques*
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Online enrolment Visit our website at bishopsgate.org.uk/courses for 24-hour secure online enrolment. Enrolment in person You can enrol at the Box Office from Monday to Friday between 9.00am and 6.00pm. Enrolment by post Complete the enrolment form at the back of this prospectus and post it to Bishopsgate Institute, 230 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 4QH.
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Enrolment by phone Call 020 7392 9200 during our booking hours. Courses for adults Our courses are for people aged 18 and over. Course fees All course fees are payable in full at the time of enrolment. Payment in two instalments is possible for any course that costs £80 or more. All fees must be paid in full before the start of a course. If you would like to enrol on a course that has already started please contact the Box Office on 020 7392 9200. We are unable to offer pro rata rates for partial attendance. Concessionary rates We are pleased to offer reduced rates (25% discount) for the following groups: • Over 60s • Students – full-time students of UK institutions • Unwaged – Jobseeker’s Allowance recipients • Disabled – Personal Independence Payments recipients We regret that concessionary rates cannot be applied for without documented evidence of your eligibility. The over 60s discount is applicable online. For all other concessions, please enrol in person or by post providing evidence of the necessary documentation. Evidence of eligibility for concessionary rates must: • Be dated within the last 6 months • Show your name as a claimant (or dependant) • Cover the start date of the course
Bursaries – Funded places on courses We provide a number of funded bursaries to people who find it hard to pay the full or concessionary rates. Please note bursary funding is not available for courses that are run in partnership with other organisations, and places on the course of your choice will be subject to availability.
All refund and transfer requests must be received in writing. Please write to the Box Office at Bishopsgate Institute, 230 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 4QH or email enquiries@bishopsgate.org.uk. Transfers are subject to availability and fee adjustments. We are unable to offer refunds to students who, for whatever reason, cannot attend the whole course.
To apply for bursary funding you will need to fill in and return a short application with your enrolment form. These can be downloaded from our website or collected in person from the box office. The application and supporting documents should be returned to us at least two weeks before your course is due to begin either via email, post or by hand to the box office.
Support us We have been an independent charity for over 120 years. Please support us with a voluntary donation of ÂŁ2 to enable more people to enjoy our courses through bursaries. See our website for further details.
Gift vouchers Bishopsgate Institute gift vouchers are a fantastic present for the enquiring person in your life. Vouchers can be redeemed against any of our courses or events. You can buy them at the Box Office, over the phone on 020 7392 9200 or online. Refunds and transfers You may request a refund or transfer if it is within seven days of booking, providing your course does not start within that period. After this period, refunds or transfers may be requested up to three weeks before the start of the course but will be subject to an administration fee of 10% of the cost of the course. After this period no refunds or transfers will be given with the exception of students transferring levels on language courses.
Course and class cancellations If enrolments fail to reach minimum numbers we may need to cancel or reschedule a course. Courses will normally be cancelled one day before the first class, except for language courses where the first class may take place before a decision is made. A full refund will be made or a transfer allowed. If a tutor is unable to teach a class we will try to arrange a substitute. When this is not possible, we will reschedule classes at an alternative, convenient time. Refunds are not available for students unable to attend the rescheduled class. Should a class be cancelled for reasons beyond our control (e.g. flood, adverse weather conditions, security alert) we regret that no refunds will be given for the missed class. Changing facilities Changing rooms are located on the lower ground floor and include shower facilities and lockers. To ensure safety and security, you will need a code to enter the changing rooms. Please obtain this from the Box Office.
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Information for Students Our commitment to you We strive to provide you with a useful, interesting and enjoyable course, delivered by a suitably qualified tutor in a welcoming environment. If you feel that we have not fulfilled your expectations or that we have compromised our policies, please contact us. Compliments, comments and complaints procedures We are keen to make improvements for following years and would welcome and appreciate your input. At the end of each term you will have the opportunity to complete a Course Evaluation form. These forms remain anonymous and will be reviewed by the Courses team. You can also download a Compliments, Comments and Complaints form from our website or request a copy from our Box Office team. If you wish to make a formal complaint please download and complete the Formal Complaints form from our website, or write to us addressing your letter for the attention of the Chief Executive. We will acknowledge receipt of any complaint received in writing within ten working days. The Chief Executive or their delegate will investigate the complaint through the formal procedures as set out in the Institute’s Procedures for Investigating a Complaint. Access Bishopsgate Institute is committed to making its courses accessible and will make adjustments to meet the needs of individuals wherever possible. The Library, Upper Hall, Great Hall and lower ground floor rooms are fully accessible.
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We regret that we are unable to offer full access to the Brushfield Wing or Boardroom Suite. Please call the Courses team on 020 7392 9200 if we can assist you in any way or to discuss any access requirements you may have. We may be able to relocate courses. Health and safety We take all matters of health and safety seriously. Every effort is made to make sure that all facilities and activities are safe. We will provide information about emergency procedures at the beginning of your first class. Bishopsgate Institute is a safe space and we are committed to ensuring all students, staff, tutors and visitors are not harassed, harmed or abused. Any persons found to be abusing, injuring or harassing others will be asked to leave and not return. We will report the matter to City of London Police. If they have been enrolled on a course their fees will not be refunded. If you have any concerns, including if you think you have been harmed or abused by another student, tutor or member of staff, please inform your tutor or a member of the Courses team. Equal opportunities policy We are committed to equal opportunities. We believe that all people should receive fair treatment and we oppose all forms of discrimination. To receive a copy of our equal opportunities policy, please contact the Courses Officer on 020 7392 9200 or visit our website. We recognise that we can only provide a high standard of service by listening to and acting upon comments made by our customers. Therefore, if you have any complaint regarding discriminatory behaviour please contact us.
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Courses List Acting and Drama – Bishopsgate Players
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Creative Writing
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Acting and Drama – Level 1
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Acting Techniques for Presentation Skills
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Creative Writing – Create Compelling Literary Characters
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Apocalypse London – The City in Science Fiction
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Creative Writing – Short Story Workshop – The Next Step
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Arabic
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Creative Writing – Starting from Scratch
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The Architecture of London Part 1 – 17th and 18th Centuries
Creative Writing – This Is Your Life
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Creative Writing – Writing Short Stories
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Drinking in London – Crazes, Mania and Pleasure
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Exploring Classical Music – Modern and Contemporary
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The Architecture of London Part 2 – 19th to 21st Centuries Archives Explorer at Bishopsgate Institute
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Archives Explorer – The Lesbian And Gay Newsmedia Archive (LAGNA)
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Exploring London’s Art Galleries
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Art History and Appreciation – Making Art
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Film Studies – Introducing Hitchcock
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The Art of Meditation and Mindfulness
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A–Z of London Radicals
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Film Studies – Key Moments in Cinema History
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Ballroom Dancing – Improvers
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Film Studies – Spanish Cinema
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Ballroom Dancing – Saturday Masterclass
Five Centuries of Women Artists
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French
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German
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Hatha Yoga
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History of Western Thought in 5 hours
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How to Read a Building
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Iconography and Iconology – Secrets of the Old Masters Revealed
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Images of London – Lost Buildings and Streets Part 1
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Images of London – Lost Buildings and Streets Part 2
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Ballroom Dancing – Tango and Cha-Cha-Cha
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Ballroom Dancing – Waltz and Quickstep
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Ballroom Dancing – Waltz and Quickstep One-Day Course
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A Beginner’s Guide to Labour History
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Bishopsgate Singers
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Bookbinding – An Introduction
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Chinese Mandarin
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An Introduction to Modern Art
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An Introduction to the History of European Art
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An Introduction to Western Architecture Part 2 – Renaissance to 18th Century
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Italian
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Iyengar Yoga
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The London ‘Lowlife’ Novel, 1889–1907
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London’s Burning – 1820 to 1990
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Lost Rivers of London
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Madness in the 19th Century Novel
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The Mechanics of Screenwriting
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MindFlow Hatha Yoga
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A People’s History of the East End – 19th Century
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A People’s History of the East End – 20th Century
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Pepys, Plague and Fire
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Philosophy – Introduction to Moral Philosophy
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Philosophy – Introduction to Political Philosophy
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Photography – Night Photography
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Photography Workshop – Take Great Photos in a Day
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Pilates
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Pilates for Healthy Movement
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Playwriting
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Playwriting – Redrafting Your Play
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Practical Photography – Level 1
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Practical Photography – Level 2
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Rock & Roll and Jive – Improvers
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Rock & Roll and Jive – Level 1
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Rock & Roll and Jive – One-Day Course
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Russian Traveller’s Toolkit
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Screenwriting – Scene One
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Sex in the City
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Singing in Harmony – One-Day Workshop
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Singing Solo – Discover Your Voice
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Sketching in the City
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The Slave Trade and the City – Investors and Beneficiaries
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Spanish
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Spanish Cinema Conversation Club
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Suffragettes – An Alternative History
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Tourist London Since 1800
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The Tubthumping Chorus
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Walking Tours – Americans and London
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Walking Tours – Artisans to Artists – London’s Changing Neighbourhoods
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Walking Tours – London Cemetery Tales
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Wine Tasting – Level 1
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Women in the 19th Century – The Fight for Human Rights
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Also at Bishopsgate Institute Cultural Events Culture, history and ideas come together in our exciting events programme. You can enjoy talks, walks, discussions, concerts and dance throughout the year. As a student at Bishopsgate Institute you can receive a discount on our Cultural Events. See our events flyers or website for more details. Bishopsgate Library Our beautiful Victorian library is home to renowned library and archive collections on London, LGBT, labour, free thought and cooperation. Whether you’re an enthusiast, a professional or just looking for a quiet place to read or contemplate, the library is free and open to everyone.
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Your Event Our beautiful Grade II* listed building and stunning library are available to hire for events, conferences and meetings. Find out more about hiring our spaces at 230bishopsgate.com or email hallhire@bishopsgate.org.uk. Bishopsgate Kitchen Bishopsgate Kitchen is a great place to meet up at any time of the day. Operated by Benugo, Bishopsgate Kitchen’s menu has been developed using local, seasonal ingredients, reflecting the best of British produce. Bishopsgate Institute students can receive 10% off food and non‑alcoholic drinks at Bishopsgate Kitchen when they show their student card.
“ Excellent discussion, great to engage with an experienced tutor and students from all backgrounds.� How to Read a Film student
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