British Politics & Society Courses in London
Our British Politics & Society courses offer a deep dive into the political landscape of the UK, exploring contemporary issues, government performance, and societal dynamics. From the latest developments in British politics to the exploration of key ideologies, these courses provide a platform to engage with current affairs and historical context.
Whether you want to assess the first 100 days of a new government, understand the principles of political ideology, or explore themes like neurodiversity and sustainability, we have a course to suit your interests.
Our courses are taught by experts and take place in-person at Keeley Street, with flexible options to accommodate various schedules. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of British politics, engage in meaningful debate, or explore the ethical and social dimensions of today's world.
- Gender in Context: Power, Culture & Daily ResistanceCourse start date: Fri 30 Jan 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Michele ScottFrom 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.
Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £135.00 Concession £110.00 - Ethnicity, Youth, Racism and the Criminal Justice System in BritainCourse start date: Tue 3 Feb 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Michele ScottJoin us in interdisciplinary course, bringing together Black British Studies, Intersectionality Studies, Youth Justice Studies and Criminology.
Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £90.00 - The essentials of British politics
Course start date: Wed 25 Feb 2026Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ian McGarvieThis essentials course will teach 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 £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00 - Scandals in British politicsCourse start date: Thu 26 Feb 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ian McGarvieThis course explores major scandals in recent political history. Join us to learn more!Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00 - Welsh nationalism: a taster Course start date: Sun 1 Mar 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Rhianwen DanielOn this short taster course, discover the history, culture, and politics of Welsh nationalism, charting its development through to the present day.
Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £23.00 Concession £19.00 - Britain’s traffic transition towards sustainability: the road to sustainable travel Course start date: Tue 14 Apr 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Stephen GossExplore Britain’s transition to sustainable transport and what more needs to be done to decarbonise how we travel. What can we learn from approaches taken across the EU and internationally?
Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £116.00 - From barons to ballots: the history of English democracy Course start date: Mon 27 Apr 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Christian SchneeDiscover the history of English democracy through the centuries, beginning with the Magna Carta and covering topics including the Glorious Revolution, the 19th century reform acts, and the Suffragette movement, and finishing with an analysis of modern democratic institutions.
Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £116.00 - Communication in modern British politicsCourse start date: Thu 7 May 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ian McGarvieFrom traditional speechwriting to social media campaigning, this course examines the various methods of communication used by modern politicians to get their ideas across to the British public.
Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00 - An introduction to Welsh nationalism Course start date: Mon 1 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Rhianwen DanielDiscover the history of Welsh nationalism, exploring themes including language and culture, the role of radicalism and nonconformism in igniting national consciousness, and 20th century and present-day developments.
Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £84.00 - Political parties in modern BritainCourse start date: Thu 11 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ian McGarvieThis course explores the historical origins, key developments in leadership and ideas, key policy and its foundations, recent electoral success, and support within the wider community of the major political parties in contemporary Britain. Join us to discuss!
Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00 - Criminal Mind and CodeCourse start date: Fri 9 Jan 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Michele ScottWhat drives people to commit crime—and how do we decide what counts as criminal? Join this course to explore the psychology, sociology and legal frameworks that shape our understanding of criminal behaviour.
Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £90.00 - Ideals, principles and myths: making sense of political ideology Course start date: Mon 19 Jan 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Christian SchneeWant to make sense of ideology in what is a confusing – or at times even bewildering-- arena of political discourse? If so, this course with Dr Christian Schnee is the right course for you.
Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £175.00 Concession £142.00
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