Politics Summer School
So they bungled the economy, lied about the war, and got caught with their hands in the till. Politicians’ reputations may never have been lower, but that makes it all the more important for informed citizens to understand how ‘the system’ works. Whether you intend to study politics, hope to climb the greasy pole yourself, or just want to know who is in charge, how they got there and what they are up to, Debate Chamber’s Politics Summer School offers a thorough introduction to the theory and practice of modern politics.
During this three day course students will debate questions from can a government consistently pursue both equality and liberty? to what is democracy, and do we live in one? and evaluate the arguments of major theorists. We will investigate where the balance of power lies in the British state, probe the inner workings of the party system, and explore the changing face of political campaigning by studying some of the hardest-fought and dirtiest campaigns in recent memory. We will learn about the legislative process and take a tour of the Houses of Parliament. Finally, students will take part in a Mock Parliamentary Session as MPs, whips or ministers, with the chance to draft bills, debate, vote on legislation, and even conduct a session of Prime Minister’s Questions.
Further information about tutors is available here. You can download a poster to distribute or display in your school here.
University of London Union • 13th – 15th August 2010 (3 days) • open to students aged 15-18
Feedback from Debate Chamber politics events:
“Really brilliant! Great fun, entertaining, inclusive, and well taught.”
“I really enjoyed the course – especially the tutorials which I found very interesting and informative.”
“Great! I would come again anytime.”
“Very good. I learned a lot. I especially enjoyed the mock parliament.”
“I found it incredibly useful, the way in which reading lists and article recommendations were given.”
“Very good. I learned a lot about politics which I did not know before.”
“Fantastic – very useful and enjoyable.”
“I thought that it was a really informative and enlightening course.”
“Excellent. Many things learned and plenty of interesting discussion.”
Book a place:
The price of the Politics Summer School is £195 per student for three days. Debate Chamber offers a limited number of full and partial bursaries to students who could not otherwise afford to attend. Please note that accommodation is not included, and must be arranged independently if required. Bookings for any event may be made by individual students or parents or through the school. To book a place or places at the Politics Summer School, or if you have any further questions, simply call on 0845 519 4827 or email info@debatechamber.com, or use the form below.