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Art and Philosophy
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Art and Philosophy
<p>This course looks at the reciprocal relationship between Western art and philosophy. Artists are often been inspired by the thinkers of their time and philosophers have reflected on the meaning and
...Art and Philosophy
<p>This course looks at the reciprocal relationship between Western art and philosophy. Artists are often been inspired by the thinkers of their time and philosophers have reflected on the meaning and
...Art and Philosophy
<p>This course looks at the reciprocal relationship between Western art and philosophy. Artists are often been inspired by the thinkers of their time and philosophers have reflected on the meaning and
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E=mc² - What It Means and Why It Matters
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E=mc² - What It Means and Why It Matters
<p>Most people have heard of the famous equation - E=mc² - some people might even know that it comes from Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity, a theory that is now considered to be one of the
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A Practical Guide to Trust Law
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A Practical Guide to Trust Law
<p>The trust is a frequently used institution for managing business and personal affairs. It has deep historical roots in the operation of the Court of Equity. The course explores and explains the
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Modern China - From Declining Empire to Global Power
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Modern China - From Declining Empire to Global Power
<p>This course surveys China’s transformation from late Qing reforms at the turn of the 20th century to its rise as a global power at the beginning of the 21st. It examines historical shifts,
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The HALO Effect, Hagiography and Propaganda
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The HALO Effect, Hagiography and Propaganda
<p>The "Halo Effect" refers to the considerable discrepancy between the romanticised legends about historical figures and what the actual evidence reveals. It can be difficult to separate the hype and
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8,000 Years of Chinese Traditional Art
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8,000 Years of Chinese Traditional Art
<p>Set within the broader context of China’s diverse geography and cross-cultural exchange, the course presents a chronological journey through major artistic and architectural traditions spanning
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Bass and Flinders, those Bold and Lusty Young Sailors
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Bass and Flinders, those Bold and Lusty Young Sailors
<p>Matthew Flinders and George Bass may be known mostly for circumnavigating this country– and for naming the island they circumnavigated Australia! – but they were also adventurous enough to get in
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What Did it Mean to Be an Ancient Egyptian?
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What Did it Mean to Be an Ancient Egyptian?
<p>Ancient Egyptian art and culture often gives the impression of a very homogenous society. This Harmony week though, we will challenge this perception and explore human diversity in ancient Egypt.
...What Did it Mean to Be an Ancient Egyptian?
<p>Ancient Egyptian art and culture often gives the impression of a very homogenous society. This Harmony week though, we will challenge this perception and explore human diversity in ancient Egypt.
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Coins, Trade, and Power: The Material World of Ancient Europe
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Coins, Trade, and Power: The Material World of Ancient Europe
<p>Follow the trail of silver, gold, and ideas across the ancient world. This course explores the birth of money, the rise of coinage, and the powerful role of trade networks in connecting ancient
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Introduction to Staying Safe Online
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Introduction to Staying Safe Online
<p>Boost your confidence in the digital realm with our Introduction to Cyber Safety! This introductory workshop is tailored for seniors with limited or no computer knowledge. The internet is an
...Introduction to Staying Safe Online
<p>Boost your confidence in the digital realm with our Introduction to Cyber Safety! This introductory workshop is tailored for seniors with limited or no computer knowledge. The internet is an
...Introduction to Staying Safe Online
<p>Boost your confidence in the digital realm with our Introduction to Cyber Safety! This introductory workshop is tailored for seniors with limited or no computer knowledge. The internet is an
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