Program Overview

Government and Politics of the UK Masterclass

Overview

The Government and Politics of the UK Masterclass is a two-hour session designed to deepen students' knowledge and understanding of the structure and operation of major political institutions in the UK and the constitution.

Key Details

• Duration: 2 Hours
• Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
• Key Stages: Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5, FE Level 2, FE Level 3
• Group Size: Minimum 10 - Maximum 30
• Location: University Campus or in the student's school or college

Curriculum

In this masterclass, students will:

• Develop awareness of the significance of the development of governance in the UK, from Magna Carta to contemporary legislation and issues regarding rights
• Analyze and evaluate the powers and scrutiny of the three branches of government
• Examine the major political parties and their ideologies
• Participate in an interactive session developing research and critical thinking skills for projects such as the EPQ or IBCP reflective project

Curriculum Links

• Law (Key Stage 5/ Level 3) English Legal system and appeals
• Politics (Key Stage 5/ Level 3) Democracy and Participation

Gatsby Benchmarks

The masterclass aligns with the following Gatsby Benchmarks:

• Workshop: 1, 3, 4, 7
• Taster Day: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7

Taster Day Option

The masterclass can be part of a Taster Day, which includes a campus tour and a higher education information talk.