Philosophy courses
Philosophy courses. For dealing with the big questions.
Are you ready to expand your wisdom and become a better thinker? Look no further than our philosophy courses. We will give you the ability to use logical reasoning and critical thinking in your everyday life. With access to the tools of logic and reason, our philosophy courses will provide you with the perspective to analyse humanity's experience of the world.
Our small but experienced team of experts use centuries-old wisdom to try and answer some of life’s greatest questions. From moral dilemmas to existence itself, we’re here to help you uncover possible answers to your biggest queries. From working through philosophical texts, carrying out philosophical debate, and conducting critical analysis exercises, our courses provide an invaluable education. We provide a supportive atmosphere where everyone can engage in meaningful discussions about current topics and ancient doctrines alike.
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Study Machiavelli’s philosophy with a short course in Sydney and online. Explore The Prince (1532), human nature, power, free will, love, politics and the role of deception, violence and ethics in modern society.
View Philosophy Course: Machiavelli and Political Philosophy detailsPhilosophy Course: Machiavelli and Political Philosophy<p>Machiavelli’s influence on modern political theory cannot be overstated. <em>The Prince</em> (1532), his most famous work, provides an interesting lens for examining modern politics and is perhaps
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Explore the philosophy of Homer, and develop an appreciation of art and the great works of literary history through the study of The Iliad (1998) and The Odyssey (1996).
View Homer: Ancient Greek Tragedy to Modern Film detailsHomer: Ancient Greek Tragedy to Modern Film<p>Join us for this ten-week philosophy course as we explore how Homer both reflects and shapes human thought. From Greek tragedy to contemporary film, we will examine how artists and filmmakers
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This ten-week course examines the concept of ‘power’ in many aspects of human life, from personal empowerment to the oppressive power of others to control us.
View Philosophy of Power and Anarchy Course detailsPhilosophy of Power and Anarchy Course<p>This ten-week course examines the concept of ‘power’ in many aspects of human life, from personal empowerment to the oppressive power of others to control us. The making and maintenance of
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Study Hegel’s philosophy in this course, exploring freedom, reason, and self-consciousness. Examine his dialectic, ideas on politics, law, art and religion, and his influence on modern identity debates and contemporary theory.
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Explore the philosophy of anthropology from its 19th-century origins to today. Examine myths, rituals, race, identity, structuralism, post-structuralism, urban studies and engaged anthropology, linking cultural theory to contemporary global debates.
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Explore the life and ideas of Socrates, the founder of Western philosophy. Examine his role in Plato’s dialogues, the Socratic Method, and his enduring influence on ethics, politics, and critical thinking in both ancient and contemporary contexts.
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Examine the many faces of love—romantic, familial, spiritual and political—in this rich philosophy course. Explore cultural, psychological and ethical dimensions of love, drawing on thinkers from Ancient Greece to modern philosophy.
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Trace the evolution of republicanism from Plato and Cicero to modern thinkers like Skinner and Pettit. Examine its relevance in post-colonial contexts, civic life, and global politics—and consider what a republic could mean for Australia today.
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Tackle five urgent philosophical topics shaping today’s world—human nature, conspiracy theories, political ethics, animal cognition and environmental affectivity. Engage with leading thinkers and explore how philosophy responds to modern challenges.
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Explore the philosophy of poetry from its ancient origins to the contemporary. Examine poetic form, metaphor, and meaning across traditions, from wisdom poetry to Romanticism and Modernism. Discover how poetry expresses beauty, nature, and human experience.
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