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22 Short courses in Philosophy in Europe

Pre-University - Humanities
Students will embark on a scholarly adventure through a range of disciplines including Literature, Philosophy, History and Art History and gain a fascinating insight into studying Humanities at university level.

The Art of Philosophical Thinking - Mind, Consciousness and Personal Identity
We very much look forward to welcoming both new and returning students to The Art of Philosophical Thinking - Mind, Consciousness and Personal Identity course from University of Southampton.

PPE
Oxford Summer Courses – Philosophy, Politics and Economics explores how ideas, power, and resources shape societies. Study ethics, political theory, international relations, and economic decision-making through tutorial-style learning in small groups while studying in Oxford.

German Philosophy - From Kant to Habermas
The German Philosophy - From Kant to Habermas course from Freie Universität Berlin will be based upon contemporary attempts at rethinking a global philosophical perspective.
Know Thyself - The Value and Limits of Self-Knowledge - The Examined Life
The Know Thyself - The Value and Limits of Self-Knowledge - The Examined Life course from The University of Edinburgh examines the intricacies of self-knowledge and its potential limitations.
Philosophy, Science and Religion - Religion and Science
This Philosophy, Science and Religion - Religion and Science course from The University of Edinburgh is a great choice for anyone interested in finding out more about ways of looking and thinking about the world, through the fundamental perspectives of Philosophy, Science and Religion.
Art Theory - Introduction to Aesthetics
This Art Theory - Introduction to Aesthetics short course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) explores the theory behind aesthetics, considering philosophical and thought-provoking concepts on the subject. This course is a great way to look at art in a new light.
Philosophy, Science and Religion - Science and Philosophy
This Philosophy, Science and Religion - Science and Philosophy course from The University of Edinburgh is a great choice for anyone interested in finding out more about ways of looking and thinking about the world, through the fundamental perspectives of Philosophy, Science and Religion.
Logic - The Language of Truth
Learn how to use logic to evaluate arguments and discover more about philosophical concepts like truth-tables and logical form. Join the Logic - The Language of Truth programme from the University of York.
Circumcision, Abortion, Compulsory Vaccination - Philosophy of Bodily Integrity
The Circumcision, Abortion, Compulsory Vaccination - Philosophy of Bodily Integrity course offered by University of Oxford will explore these and other philosophical puzzles about our bodies and our rights over them, many with a medical dimension.
Philosophy and the Sciences - Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences
The Philosophy and the Sciences - Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences Short Course from The University of Edinburgh goal is is to introduce you to some of the main areas and topics at the key juncture between philosophy and the physical sciences.
Theory of Science for the Human Sciences
The Theory of Science for the Human Sciences course offered by Dalarna University covers key concepts, methods, theories and problems within the theory of science in general and the human sciences in particular.
Introduction to Philosophy
This Introduction to Philosophy Short Course from The University of Edinburgh will introduce you to some of the main areas of research in contemporary philosophy. Each module a different philosopher will talk you through some of the most important questions and issues in their area of expertise.
Philosophy and the Sciences - Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences
The goal of this Philosophy and the Sciences - Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences course from The University of Edinburgh is to introduce you to some of the main areas and topics at the key juncture between philosophy and the cognitive sciences.
Ancient Philosophy Summer School
University College London (UCL)'s Ancient Philosophy Summer School intensive five-day summer school is open to anyone who wants to learn about ancient philosophy and its protagonists.
Philosophy as therapy
The Philosophy as therapy - from good counsel to consolations course offered by University of Cambridge focus on self, extends beyond self knowledge. Philosophy also offers consolations for fate, misfortune and death. These consolations require, not a great intellect (although this helps), but adherence to a set of practices.
Research Ethics - an Introduction
During this Research Ethics - an Introduction course from Utrecht University, you will tackle these and other issues, while learning to apply theoretical insights to recent cases.
Key Questions in Philosophy
The Key Questions in Philosophy programme offered by The Open University UK investigates five different topics in philosophy: truth in fiction, the justice of war, reason and action, life and death, knowledge and reason.
Who Are You. Personal Identity, Brains, and the Selves
This course invites you to explore one of the most intimate and puzzling questions in human life: what it means to be a self. We begin with the basics: you are a biological organism, a living body with a brain that keeps you alive. But you are also a person, a phase of abilities and experiences that emerges only when the brain develops the right capacities.
Intellectual Humility - Theory
This Intellectual Humility - Theory course from The University of Edinburgh is a great choice for anyone with an interest in philosophy, psychology and intellectual virtues.