Philosophy and Religion
Explore some of the profound and profane issues and questions which have interested and challenged humanity across the ages. Find out what the great philosophers like Socrates and Nietzsche and great theologians like Hippo and Aquinas have said, and their impact on existential debates. Not only learn, but discuss your own insights into the big-picture discussions of life and death.
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The Philosophy of Interpretation
<p>Unpack the philosophy of interpretation from various perspectives presented by six tutors. We explore art and architecture, literature and politics and the subjectivity of interpretation. We ask
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Philosophy of Sociology and Archaeology
<p>This course is an introduction to the philosophical ideas which underpin the social sciences. We begin with a general introduction, then explore Sociology and Archaeology in extended detail.
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<p>This course is an introduction to the philosophical ideas which underpin the social sciences. We begin with a general introduction, then explore Sociology and Archaeology in extended detail.
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Philosophy from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance
<p>The course covers the great Humanistic writers of the Medieval period such as Boethius, Chaucer, Dante, and Christine de Pizan, then shows the transition to Renaissance ending with Leonardo de
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The Ethics of Medicine
<p>Learn about the hidden ethical and philosophical problems of modern medicine. We will consider different perspectives on health and disease, treatment practices, and the use of emerging
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Metaphysical Question - Is there life after death?
<p>Metaphysics offers profound insights into the deepest and most perplexing questions. What does it suggest about life after death? What is the relation between metaphysical arguments and scientific
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The Power of Myth: The Postmodern World
<p>What is the nature of myth? How do we explain its power and enduring significance? What is the relation between myth, meaning and purpose now? Why does it matter in a divided world?</p>
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What is this thing called faith?
<p>What is the nature of faith? Is it necessarily “blind”? Does it have a place in human flourishing? How do we explain its persistence and enduring significance? What is the relation between faith,
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