Humanities Courses
Engage with ideas that shape culture, society and human thought. Develop your understanding through topics such as philosophy, literature and politics. Ideal for curious learners who enjoy discussion and reflection.
Philosophy of the Unconscious in Literature
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Philosophy of the Unconscious in Literature
<p>Modernist literature was deeply shaped by new ideas about the unconscious mind. This course explores how writers such as James Joyce and Franz Kafka engaged with emerging psychological and
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Cross-Cultural Literature 2
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Cross-Cultural Literature 2
<p>People who are fascinated by different cultures and love reading fiction will be able to combine their interests by participating in this course. We study various themes within short stories and
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Spinoza: Freedom, Ethics and the Modern Mind
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Spinoza: Freedom, Ethics and the Modern Mind
<p>Baruch Spinoza was one of the most radical and influential philosophers of the modern era. This course explores his ideas about the nature of reality, the human mind, emotions, ethics and political
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<p>Baruch Spinoza was one of the most radical and influential philosophers of the modern era. This course explores his ideas about the nature of reality, the human mind, emotions, ethics and political
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Revisiting The Hobbit: Tolkien's Enduring Classic
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Revisiting The Hobbit: Tolkien's Enduring Classic
<p>Tolkien’s <em>The Hobbit</em> began as a simple "there and back again" tale, yet became one of the most beloved stories of the 20th century. This course revisits the novel’s themes, characters and
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Arabic Society and Culture
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Arabic Society and Culture
<p>Explore the richness of Arab society and culture - from family life, food and hospitality to language, dress, music and dance. Discover traditions shaped both before and after Islam, and the
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Philosophy Club: The Revolutions of Our Time
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Philosophy Club: The Revolutions of Our Time
<p>The Philosophy Club continues to explore the major cultural, political and technological shifts shaping our world today - from the rise of authoritarianism and social change to AI and new ways of
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Politics of the Death Penalty
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Politics of the Death Penalty
<p>The death penalty has long been used as a tool of power, punishment and spectacle. This course explores executions across history, from rulers and rebels to ordinary criminals, examining how
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Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word
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Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word
<p><em>"Why won't they say sorry"</em> - it's a cry that we've heard from childhood. What is it with apologies, and why do people seem so reluctant to give them? This course looks at the power of
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From Spark to Story: Beginner's Creative Writing Workshop
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From Spark to Story: Beginner's Creative Writing Workshop
<p>Every story begins with an idea. This supportive workshop helps participants turn sparks of inspiration into written stories through guided exercises and discussion. We explore narrative beginnings
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Discover the Hidden Stories Behind Your Wardrobe
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Discover the Hidden Stories Behind Your Wardrobe
<p>Clothing carries stories of materials, labour, culture and environmental impact. This course explores where clothes come from, how fashion systems operate, and what garments reveal about identity
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Discover the Hidden Stories Behind Your Wardrobe
<p>Clothing carries stories of materials, labour, culture and environmental impact. This course explores where clothes come from, how fashion systems operate, and what garments reveal about identity
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