In this two-hour masterclass with an academic and/or postgraduate ambassadors, students will deepen their knowledge of the complex interactions between politics, resources, and location. This masterclass addresses issues of geopolitics that are relevant to students studying or with an interest in geography or politics. Tackling key themes from politics and international relations students with critically examine how cooperation on the International Space Station provides an exemplar for how interrelated geopolitical, regulatory, policy and resource concerns can be managed collaboratively and how earth based politics can impact on outer space initiatives.

The complexity of the explanation and content of this workshop is adapted to ensure age/stage appropriate delivery.

Curriculum Links:

• CIAG (Key Stage 3) – Understanding future career paths in
• Geography (Key Stage 4/ Level 2) – Geopolitics
• Geography (Key Stage 5/ Level 3) – Geopolitics, economics, and resource management
• Politics (Key Stage 5/ Level 3) – Global Governance and the environment

Gatsby Benchmarks:

Masterclass: 1, 3, 4, 7

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

Make it a Taster Day: Includes a campus tour and HE information talk. You can choose this when you complete the booking form.