Humanities Courses at WEA Sydney
Dive into the humanities to explore what it means to be human—our ideas, beliefs, creativity, and societies. Study literature, writing, philosophy, religion, politics, society, science, and technology with expert tutors who encourage open discussion and critical thinking.
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Rare Earths - What are they?
<p>Find out more about rare-earth elements and how they will drive our future. Learn how they will they shape our world and who will win. At the moment these critical minerals are dominated by China
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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
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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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Behind The Headlines - The Politics of Immigration
<p>The next in my Behind the Headlines series – sorting fact from fiction. Is immigration good or bad? What is its net economic impact, does it drive jobs growth or take jobs, and how does it impact
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The Brighton Bombing 1984, Margaret Thatcher and the IRA
<p>Margaret Thatcher survived the 1984 assassination attempt in Brighton. One MP and 4 Conservative Party workers were killed and 33 injured in the most audacious terrorist attack on British soil
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International Women's Day 2026: Give to Gain
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International Women's Day 2026: Give to Gain
<p>In our world where success is often measured by individual achievement, the power of giving offers a transformative alternative for women and men alike. This lecture will explore how giving,
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Successful Writing and Self-Publishing
<p>This course looks at the strong but capricious writing urge, the mysterious transformation of a manuscript into a book and the Way of the Self-publisher, offering practical tips from beginning to
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Cults: An Investigation
<p>What are cults? How do they differ from major religious communities? What is the role if any of charisma, devotion, followings, indoctrination, secrecy, totalitarianism or control? Why do many join
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Australia's Social Media Ban - Is The Message Getting Through?
<p>Australia is the first country in the world to introduce a social media ban for under 16s. Prime Minister Albanese spoke about the ban at the United Nations in September 2025 to great applause from
...Australia's Social Media Ban - Is The Message Getting Through?
<p>Australia is the first country in the world to introduce a social media ban for under 16s. Prime Minister Albanese spoke about the ban at the United Nations in September 2025 to great applause from
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Elizabeth Gaskell: How To Be Subversive and Remain a Lady
<p>The worst fate to befall the literary reputation of Elizabeth Gaskell was being known as Mrs Gaskell. That was enough for critics to dismiss her as merely a Good Woman for over a hundred years.
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