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Humanities Courses
Explore ideas that shape culture, society, and how we understand the world.
Humanities courses at WEA Sydney bring together philosophy, politics, society, literature, science, and culture to explore the ideas that shape human experience. With a mix of short talks, discussion-based classes, and in-depth courses, this category encourages curiosity, reflection, and critical thinking across a wide range of topics.
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American Capitalism: Success or Survival?
American Capitalism: Success or Survival?
<p>American capitalism is a distinctive model shaped by strong individualism, competition, and a belief in self-reliance. This course examines how it differs from other capitalist systems around the
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Let's hear it for Old Nick (on Machiavelli)
Let's hear it for Old Nick (on Machiavelli)
<p>The word “Machiavellian” has come to imply all sorts of sinister, deceptive and cunning behaviour, whether it be in politics, diplomacy, marketing and management. Is this fair? Niccolo Machiavelli
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Agnotology: How Ignorance Spreads (And How to Resist It)
Agnotology: How Ignorance Spreads (And How to Resist It)
<p>Why does public life so often feel flooded with nonsense, distortion and distraction? This course introduces agnotology: the study of how ignorance is produced and spread. This course examines its
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Virgil: Aeneid
Virgil: Aeneid
<p>The Aeneid stands among the greatest works of the epic tradition, alongside Homer, Dante, and Milton. This course offers a clear and engaging introduction to the poem, exploring its narrative
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Theory of Flight
Theory of Flight
<p>Ever marvelled at how a massive airliner gracefully lifts off, soars across continents, and touches down with pinpoint precision? Led by seasoned international airline captain and engaging aviation
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Philosophy Club: Revolutions of Mind and World
Philosophy Club: Revolutions of Mind and World
<p>This 10‑week Philosophy Club continues to explore the theme of revolutions across major cultural, political, technological, and environmental domains through a range of philosophical lenses. Each
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Rethinking Ageing: Healthy Ageing and the New Life Stage
Rethinking Ageing: Healthy Ageing and the New Life Stage
<p>The old idea of “retirement” is being challenged as people live longer, stay active for longer and rethink what later life can be. In an interactive talk we will look at what social and mental
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Cancel Culture: The New Censorship?
Cancel Culture: The New Censorship?
<p>Cancel culture has become a defining feature of contemporary public life, but opinions about it vary sharply. This course explores the phenomenon from multiple angles, asking what social purpose it
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Cancel Culture: The New Censorship?
<p>Cancel culture has become a defining feature of contemporary public life, but opinions about it vary sharply. This course explores the phenomenon from multiple angles, asking what social purpose it
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South Asia’s Population Boom and Global Migration: Challenges, Causes, and Consequences
South Asia’s Population Boom and Global Migration: Challenges, Causes, and Consequences
<p>South Asia’s rapid population growth has reshaped economies, societies and migration patterns worldwide. This course examines the key drivers behind these changes. </p>
<p>We explore economic,
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The Chip Wars: Microchips, Espionage and Global Power
The Chip Wars: Microchips, Espionage and Global Power
<p>Microchips sit at the heart of modern life. They power communication, transport, work, defence and food systems, yet their manufacture depends on fragile supply chains, specialised knowledge and a
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