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Discover the role of emotions in moral reasoning and ethical life through the works of David Hume, Martha Nussbaum and others. This course explores how passion, not just reason, shapes our choices, values and the meaning of a good life. View Philosophy of Passion and Reason Course: Hume to Martha Nussbaum.Philosophy of Passion and Reason Course: Hume to Martha Nussbaum
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<p>No aspect of life is more important to the quality and meaning of our existence than the passionate embrace of all things good and beautiful,
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<p>No aspect of life is more important to the quality and meaning of our existence than the passionate embrace of all things good and beautiful,
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Explore how film shapes and reflects our social myths, identities and beliefs. This course examines narrative, time, space and emotion in cinema—revealing how film creates meaning, challenges norms, and mirrors human hopes and fears. View Philosophy of Film Course: Myths for Our Time.Philosophy of Film Course: Myths for Our Time
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<p>Film fulfils many functions in contemporary society. They can represent our ideas on morality, politics, ethics, friendship, and what we believe to
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Explore fiction, nonfiction and poetry while building your skills in voice, structure, character and editing. This hands-on creative writing course helps you find your voice, refine your style, and confidently shape your stories with impact. View Creative Writing Course.Creative Writing Course
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<p>Designed to give you the practical skills to approach your creative writing projects with confidence, this creative writing course is built
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Explore the craft of poetry in this immersive workshop. Learn how to shape voice, form and language into compelling poems. Ideal for beginners and experienced writers alike, this course blends theory, technique and feedback to inspire your practice. View The Poetry Workshop.The Poetry Workshop
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<p><em>Description: What a Poem Is; What a Poem is For; and How You Make One</em></p>
<p>A poem is a sculpture of voice. It’s what a poet’s
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Learn to craft vivid, truthful nonfiction with imagination and lyrical style. Explore memoir, essay and travel writing while developing your voice, refining your technique, and turning real-life experience into compelling literary storytelling. View Writing the Real Course.Writing the Real Course
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<p>This writing course offers you a rich immersion in creative nonfiction, practical tuition and instruction in composition and style, along
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Philosophy. Study the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality and existence. Aristotle was the polymath of the Ancient world he wrote on: ethics, politics, mathematics, logic, natural philosophy, anatomy, biology, cosmology, poetry, drama, rhetoric. The enduring nature of his profound thought and fundamental insights into ethics, politic and the arts makes his philosophy as relevant now as it has been throughout Western history. This ten-week course will provide an in-depth study... View Philosophy Course: Aristotle - Ancient Wisdom.Philosophy Course: Aristotle - Ancient Wisdom
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<p>Aristotle was the polymath of the Ancient world he wrote on: ethics, politics, mathematics, logic, natural philosophy, anatomy, biology, cosmology,
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Examine key developments in the philosophy and history of psychology, from ancient ideas to Freud, behaviourism, and beyond. Explore how theories of mind, emotion, and behaviour shape our personal, social, and cultural understanding. View Philosophy and History of Psychology Course.Philosophy and History of Psychology Course
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<p>Fascination with mental processes such as memory, imagination, reasoning, and the human ability to tell lies, can be traced back to the ancient
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Learn essential counselling techniques to support colleagues, employees, and friends. Develop active listening skills, manage challenging emotions, and provide guidance while maintaining healthy boundaries. Gain practical tools to handle sensitive conversations effectively. View Counselling Course: An Introduction.Counselling Course: An Introduction
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<p>Counselling is being increasingly sought as the pressures of work and personal life continue to increase. This reflects the rapidly changing world
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<p>Counselling is being increasingly sought as the pressures of work and personal life continue to increase. This reflects the rapidly changing world
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Uncover the symbolic language of dreams in this Jungian psychology course. Explore archetypes, the unconscious, and dream imagery to enhance self-awareness and connect your dreams to waking life through interpretation and guided reflection. View Jung and Dreams Course.Jung and Dreams Course
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<p>Dreams can be a rich source of information about our real selves, but many people wonder if they communicate anything of significance. In this
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Philosophy. Study the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality and existence. This philosophy course aims to develop your critical thinking skills through practical sessions and the study of informal logic techniques. We will learn the basics of a good argument and evaluate the reasons why arguments go wrong. We will work through practical exercises and evaluate examples from everyday life. Aims The aim of the course is to provide you with an understanding of how to construct a... View Philosophy Course: The Art of Critical Thinking.