Thu 13 Nov
|Guildford County School
IMAG Game Theory
This free workshop will help applicants for Maths, Economics and Management Science courses as well as develop life skills and begin to shape the perfect poker strategy. Aimed at Years 10-13.
Time & Location
13 Nov 2025, 16:00 – 17:30
Guildford County School, Farnham Rd, Guildford GU2 4LU, UK
Guests
About the Event
Join Adam Daniels, Head of Economics, Guildford County School for 90 minutes that could change the way you think!
Have you ever wondered why people make surprising decisions on game shows or how professionals, from poker players to TikTok influencers, seem to always be ahead in the game? Welcome to Game Theory - the science of strategic decision-making where everyone is trying to outsmart everyone else.
45-minute lecture: Explore the Prisoners’ Dilemma, uncover the strategy behind Rock-Paper-Scissors, and analyse the chaos of Goldenballs.
45-minute hands-on workshop: Test your newly acquired knowledge in real-time strategy games. Team up, compete, and challenge your thinking in a blend of maths, psychology, and strategy. Learn valuable decision-making skills that will benefit you far beyond the classroom.