Learn about Parliament with FutureLearn

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The Westminster model of parliamentary democracy has been adopted by many countries across the world, and the UK Parliament has been described as the Mother of Parliaments. It's a tricky institution to master, with many rules, regulations and centuries old conventions that MPs and their staffers must respect. Even for the British public, Parliament has rules- particularly when you visit!

FutureLearn, the social learning platform, is partnering with the Houses of Parliament to run its first course: “Introduction to the UK Parliament: People, processes and public participation."

The course is designed to increase public engagement and the nation's understanding of the work and role of the Parliament.  The course will cover:

• the difference between Parliament and Government 
• the role, and the changing nature of Parliamentary debates, including new digital debates 
• the steps and processes involved in making and changing legislation 
• the role of committees 
• how citizens can engage with Parliament 

The course will begin on November 14th to coincide with UK Parliament Week, a programme of events and activities that connects people across the UK with Parliament and democracy.

For more information on the course and to be a Parliamentary expert visit FutureLearn to find out more.