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Philosophy and Religion Courses | WEA Sydney

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Philosophy and Religion Courses

Philosophy and Religion Courses

Explore ideas about meaning, belief, and how we understand the world.

Examine philosophical questions, religious traditions, and ethical debates across history and contemporary society. Develop the ability to reflect on complex ideas and engage with different perspectives in a structured and open-minded way.


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Art and Philosophy

Art Appreciation Courses
Through the connection between art and philosophy this course asks What is a work of art? Does art have an ethical dimension? How does art hold a mirror to contemporary society?
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$164 Limited inc GST / $148

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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Machiavelli: A Philosophical Introduction

Philosophy and Religion Courses
Machiavelli’s influence on political theory cannot be overstated, and his ideas are still radical and challenging to this day. Like all great philosophers, Machiavelli institutes a new way of thinking about problems, which has had a much broader application than just politics.
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The Shahnameh: Persia's Great Epic

Literature and Writing Courses
EUncover the Shahnameh, the great Persian epic that helped preserve language, history and cultural identity in a time of threat.
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King Arthur: Origins and Interpretation

Literature and Writing Courses
Examine the early Arthurian legends, their medieval origins, moral ideals and continuing appeal for readers today.
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The Middle East: Diversity, Fault Lines and Conflict

Politics, Culture and Society Courses
Examine the Middle East’s ethnic, linguistic and religious diversity, and how unresolved tensions continue to shape conflict across the region.
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Philosophy Club: Revolutions of Mind and World

Philosophy and Religion Courses
Explore the theme of revolutions across major cultural, political, technological, and environmental domains through a range of philosophical lenses.
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Introduction to World Mythology: Stories and Meaning

Philosophy and Religion Courses
Explore myths from around the world and uncover the stories and symbols that have shaped human understanding across cultures and time.
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Cutting to the Chase: Beauvoir in Five Easy Pieces

Philosophy and Religion Courses
Explore Simone de Beauvoir through five lively themes, from purpose and philosophy to sex, freedom and how to live well.
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Hedonism: the Pursuit of Happiness

Philosophy and Religion Courses
Hedonism is a persistent and highly influential philosophy not least because of its emphasis on pleasure and happiness. What are its foundations and modern forms? Join us and find out!
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Digital Dementia: The Ethics of Social Media

Politics, Culture and Society Courses
Explore the ethics of digital media through real cases involving Meta and Google. Examine its impact on mental health, privacy, and relationships, and ask whether regulation or reform is the answer.
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