WORLD UNIVERSITIES DEBATE CHAMPIONSHIPS FORMAT

British Parliamentary Debate Club

fast‑paced · strategic · globally recognized

the art of persuasion

The British Parliamentary Debate Club is dedicated to developing students' critical thinking, argumentation, and public speaking skills through BP and WSDC debate formats. Unlike traditional debate styles offered at school, BP debate emphasizes spontaneous thinking, requiring students to construct and deliver arguments within a limited preparation time. The club exists to provide students with a platform to practice competitive debating, build confidence, and improve communication skills. Members will gain valuable experience in structured reasoning, teamwork, and real-time analysis, preparing them for both academic success and competitive tournaments.

0 teams
0 gov/opp
0 min speeches
0 min prep

club essentials

meeting

Tuesday 4:30-5:30 PM

grades

9 – 12

cost

Free

club ID

academic.bp_debate

advisor & captains

Ava

Student Leader

Sofia

Student Leader

Seamus Butler

Club Advisor

how it works

1

opening gov

prime minister · deputy pm

2

opening opp

leader · deputy leader

3

closing gov

member · government whip

4

closing opp

member · opposition whip