News, Views, and Current Affairs
An all-levels discussion course examining contemporary political, social and cultural issues through debate, critical analysis and comparison of viewpoints.
About this course
The course examines developments affecting public life in the UK and internationally, including elections, political movements, conflict, migration, climate policy, inequality, free speech and digital culture. Topics are considered in relation to their wider historical, political and social contexts. Teaching centres on open discussion, debate and critical analysis. Learners are encouraged to question assumptions, assess how events are presented by different groups and organisations, and consider how current affairs influence public opinion, society and everyday life.
What you'll learn
- Analyse contemporary events within wider political, social and historical contexts
- Compare differing viewpoints on controversial public issues
- Discuss current affairs through informed and respectful debate
- Question assumptions and assess how events are interpreted by different groups
- Identify ways that misleading or false news can shape public understanding
Is this course right for you?
The course is intended for learners at any level and requires no formal study or previous experience. Participation involves open discussion, debate and critical consideration of complex or controversial subjects, with opportunities to examine differing perspectives.
Where this course runs
Upcoming classes
13 classes
Selected date
Thu 12 Nov 2026
17:00 – 19:00 • 5 weeks
£100
Parkshot, Richmond
History team
Book this class →Other available dates
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12 Nov 2026 Thursdays | 17:00 - 19:00 | Short course5 weeks | HistoryTeacher | ParkshotRichmond upon Thames, London TW9 2RE | £100.00 | Book now |
11 Jan 2027 Mondays | 14:00 - 16:00 | Short course5 weeks | HistoryTeacher | ParkshotRichmond upon Thames, London TW9 2RE | £100.00 | |
13 Jan 2027 Wednesdays | 14:00 - 16:00 | Short course5 weeks | HistoryTeacher | ParkshotRichmond upon Thames, London TW9 2RE | £100.00 | |
14 Jan 2027 Thursdays | 17:00 - 19:00 | Short course5 weeks | HistoryTeacher | ParkshotRichmond upon Thames, London TW9 2RE | £100.00 | |
22 Feb 2027 Mondays | 14:00 - 16:00 | Short course5 weeks | HistoryTeacher | ParkshotRichmond upon Thames, London TW9 2RE | £100.00 | |
24 Feb 2027 Wednesdays | 14:00 - 16:00 | Short course5 weeks | HistoryTeacher | ParkshotRichmond upon Thames, London TW9 2RE | £100.00 | |
25 Feb 2027 Thursdays | 17:00 - 19:00 | Short course5 weeks | HistoryTeacher | ParkshotRichmond upon Thames, London TW9 2RE | £100.00 | |
12 Apr 2027 Mondays | 14:00 - 16:00 | Short course6 weeks | HistoryTeacher | ParkshotRichmond upon Thames, London TW9 2RE | £119.00 | |
14 Apr 2027 Wednesdays | 14:00 - 16:00 | Short course6 weeks | HistoryTeacher | ParkshotRichmond upon Thames, London TW9 2RE | £119.00 | |
15 Apr 2027 Thursdays | 17:00 - 19:00 | Short course6 weeks | HistoryTeacher | ParkshotRichmond upon Thames, London TW9 2RE | £119.00 |
Mon 11 Jan, 14:00 - 16:00
5 weeks5 weeksMon 14:00£100HistoryTeacherParkshotWed 13 Jan, 14:00 - 16:00
5 weeks5 weeksWed 14:00£100HistoryTeacherParkshotThu 14 Jan, 17:00 - 19:00
5 weeks5 weeksThu 17:00£100HistoryTeacherParkshotMon 22 Feb, 14:00 - 16:00
5 weeks5 weeksMon 14:00£100HistoryTeacherParkshotWed 24 Feb, 14:00 - 16:00
5 weeks5 weeksWed 14:00£100HistoryTeacherParkshotThu 25 Feb, 17:00 - 19:00
5 weeks5 weeksThu 17:00£100HistoryTeacherParkshotMon 12 Apr, 14:00 - 16:00
6 weeks6 weeksMon 14:00£119HistoryTeacherParkshotWed 14 Apr, 14:00 - 16:00
6 weeks6 weeksWed 14:00£119HistoryTeacherParkshotThu 15 Apr, 17:00 - 19:00
6 weeks6 weeksThu 17:00£119HistoryTeacherParkshot
