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Ancient Philosophy Courses

Ancient philosophy courses can help you learn about key thinkers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, as well as concepts such as ethics, metaphysics, and epistemology. You can build skills in critical thinking, argument analysis, and the ability to engage with complex texts. Many courses also introduce tools like philosophical texts and frameworks for analyzing ethical dilemmas, which can enhance your understanding of how these ideas apply to contemporary issues.


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Popular Ancient Philosophy Courses and Certifications


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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Anthropology, Social Studies, Timelines, World History, Research Methodologies, Investigation, Storytelling

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Habilidades de pensamiento y solución de problemas

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Critical Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Analytical Skills, Cognitive flexibility, Collaboration, Open Mindset, Decision Making

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    University of Geneva

    Le Bien, le Juste, l'Utile. Introduction aux Ʃthiques philosophiques

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Liberal Arts, Case Studies, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Research, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Personal Development

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    University of Glasgow

    Intellectual Autonomy

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Research, Persuasive Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Human Learning, Psychology, Learning Strategies

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    How to Understand Our Emotions: Seongho's New Proposal 1

    Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Psychology, Cultural Sensitivity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, Human Learning, Anthropology, Human Factors, Science and Research, Robotics

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    Utrecht University

    Inequality and Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Lobbying, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Tax Laws, Social Sciences, Economics, Commercial Laws, Policy Analysis, Governance

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Know Thyself - The Value and Limits of Self-Knowledge: The Unconscious

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Child Development, Psychology, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Scientific Methods

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    National Taiwan University

    ę“»ē”ØåøŒč‡˜å“²å­ø (Understanding the Greek Philosophy)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, European History, Liberal Arts, Research, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Scientific Methods

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    The Epistemic Quest for Truth: Introduction to epistemology

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Research, Scientific Methods, Investigation

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    National Taiwan University

    ę±äŗžå„’å­øļ¼šå­Ÿå­äø€(East Asian Confucianisms: Mencius (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Ancient History, Education and Training, Liberal Arts, Higher Education, Pedagogy, Social Sciences, Culture, Human Learning, Cultural Diversity, Conflict Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Intercultural Competence, Governance

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    Yale University

    East Asian Religions & Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Climate Change Mitigation, Ancient History

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ancient philosophy courses

  • Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization:Ā University of Pennsylvania
  • Habilidades de pensamiento y solución de problemas:Ā Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Le Bien, le Juste, l'Utile. Introduction aux Ć©thiques philosophiques:Ā University of Geneva
  • Intellectual Autonomy:Ā University of Glasgow
  • How to Understand Our Emotions: Seongho's New Proposal 1:Ā Sungkyunkwan University
  • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences:Ā The University of Edinburgh
  • Inequality and Democracy:Ā Utrecht University
  • Know Thyself - The Value and Limits of Self-Knowledge: The Unconscious:Ā The University of Edinburgh
  • ę“»ē”ØåøŒč‡˜å“²å­ø (Understanding the Greek Philosophy):Ā National Taiwan University
  • The Epistemic Quest for Truth: Introduction to epistemology:Ā Erasmus University Rotterdam

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