Politics & Economics Courses in London & Online
Explore our Politics & Economics courses, designed to delve into key global and local issues shaping the world today. Whether you're interested in the role of unions, the impact of colonialism, or the dynamics of modern cities, our courses provide a platform to engage with thought-provoking questions and critical debates. From the rise of far-right movements in Europe to the evolving relationship between China and Africa, our expert-led sessions cover a wide range of topics that offer historical context and contemporary relevance.
Courses are available online and in-person at Keeley Street, with flexible options including evenings and weekends. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to deepen your knowledge, you’ll find courses suited to various levels of experience.
Join us to explore political systems, economic theories, human rights, and much more, all while developing the analytical tools to understand today's interconnected world.
82 courses available
- Society beyond the Textbook
Question what you know, explore what shapes society, and see the world beyond the textbook.
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Tue 13 Oct 2026Michele ScottFull fee £189.00 Senior fee £151.00 Concession £123.00 
Mind and Code: Crime in ContextLook beyond the individual offender and uncover the social, political, and economic forces behind crime and harm.
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Wed 14 Oct 2026Michele ScottFull fee £159.00 Senior fee £127.00 Concession £103.00- Boom, bust, and recovery: a global history of economic crises
An exploration of major economic crises from the 17th century to today-uncovering what causes them, how they reshape societies, and the lessons they leave behind.
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Wed 14 Oct 2026Ingrid Aguiar SchlindweinFull fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £90.00 - The legacies of the Troubles in Ireland and Northern Ireland today
An exploration of the sectarian violence that engulfed Northern Ireland, and how the conflict still shapes politics, memory, community relations, and identity across both Ireland and Northern Ireland today.
Full fee £189.00 Senior fee £151.00 Concession £123.00 - The essentials of British politicsThis essentials course will give you the foundations of the political system in the United Kingdom, whilst also enabling you to use your newly acquired knowledge to discuss and debate current affairs matters in real time.Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £90.00
- Road to Antalya: Global Climate Solutions at COP31
Will COP 31 address theunprecedentedthreats that climate change posesto society and the environment, or do we need more ambitious global solutions?
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Wed 21 Oct 2026Anita PunwaniFull fee £49.00 Senior fee £49.00 Concession £32.00 - Political leadership in modern UK politics
Explore the history of key general elections in recent British history, including Thatcher’s 1979 victory, the rise of New Labour, and the success and downfall of the Conservatives in the 21st century. Discover how the outcome of elections is shaped by party leadership, communications, policy, the media, and more.
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Thu 22 Oct 2026Ian McGarvieFull fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £90.00 - America Divided: Lead up to the Mid-Terms 2
Join City Lit Principal Mark Malcomson to discover why the US Mid-Term elections are among the most dramatic and high-stakes political events -and why they could matter far beyond America’s borders.
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Thu 22 Oct 2026Mark MalcomsonFull fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £19.00 - Global politics for beginners: a short introductionThis one-day introductory course on Global Politics for Beginners is designed to provide participants with a foundational understanding of key political concepts, global power dynamics, and contemporary international issues.Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £63.00 Concession £51.00
- Debt in the global political economyExplore the intricacies of debt within the global political economy, examining its impacts, mechanisms, and socio-economic consequences.
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Tue 27 Oct 2026Caglar EzikogluFull fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £90.00 - Women: Power, Culture and daily Resistance
From glass ceilings to quiet revolutions-how far have we really come? Explore feminist thought through everyday life, resistance, and identity across work, family, media, and education.
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Fri 30 Oct 2026Michele ScottFull fee £189.00 Senior fee £151.00 Concession £123.00 - Corruption and colonialism: how the past affects the presentIn large parts of the Global South, corruption is rampant but that was not always the case. By upending local values and customs and forcibly replacing indigenous institutions with Westerns structures, colonialism introduced systemic corruption on a grand scale that continues to this day.
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Sat 31 Oct 2026Tariq HassanFull fee £79.00 Senior fee £63.00 Concession £51.00 - The art of politics: from Ancient Rome to the modern day
This course will compare political cultures in different countries and draws broadly on cases from various historical periods.
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Mon 2 Nov 2026Christian SchneeFull fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00 - Peacebuilding and Post-Conflict Societies
This four-week course explores peacebuilding in post-conflict societies, examining key concepts, case studies, and practical tools to understand how diverse actors rebuild and sustain peace after violent conflict.
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Wed 4 Nov 2026Maisa EdwardsFull fee £89.00 Senior fee £89.00 Concession £58.00 - Look behind the feed: how AI and social media influence political life in Britain
How are AI and Social Media changing British politics? Look behind the feed during this critical evaluation of how these two mediums affect how we view our political environment.
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Fri 13 Nov 2026Vina TheodorakopoulouFull fee £49.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £32.00
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