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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.


Popular Ancient Philosophy Courses and Certifications


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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Reality Bites: Introduction to metaphysics

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics

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    Dartmouth College

    Question Reality: Cosmos

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Physics, Laboratory Experience, Physical Science, Experimentation, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, World History, European History, Mathematical Modeling, electromagnetics

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    National Taiwan University

    紅樓夢(The Red Chamber Dream)

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, World History, Sociology, Ancient History, Storytelling, Writing

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    National Taiwan University

    東亞儒家:人文精神二(East Asian Confucianisms: Humanism (2))

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Ancient History, World History, Governance, Culture, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    University of Arizona

    Knowing the Universe: History and Philosophy of Astronomy

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Physics, Mechanics, Physical Science, Science and Research, World History, Research, Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Biology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    品读道家的智慧

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Liberal Arts, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Ancient History, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    University of Geneva

    Le Bien, le Juste, l'Utile. Introduction aux éthiques 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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Introduction to Korean Philosophy and Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Liberal Arts, Language Learning, Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Dartmouth College

    Question Reality: Matter

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Laboratory Equipment, Research, World History

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Yale University

    Roman Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Architectural Design, Architecture and Construction, Architectural Engineering, Building Design, Civil Engineering, European History, World History, Case Studies, Design Elements And Principles

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Classics of Chinese Humanities: Guided Readings

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Aesthetics, Culture, World History, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Writing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Reality Bites: Introduction to metaphysics: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Question Reality: Cosmos: Dartmouth College
  • 紅樓夢(The Red Chamber Dream): National Taiwan University
  • 東亞儒家:人文精神二(East Asian Confucianisms: Humanism (2)): National Taiwan University
  • Knowing the Universe: History and Philosophy of Astronomy: University of Arizona
  • 品读道家的智慧: Xi'an Jiaotong University
  • Le Bien, le Juste, l'Utile. Introduction aux éthiques philosophiques: University of Geneva
  • Introduction to Korean Philosophy and Culture: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Question Reality: Matter: Dartmouth College
  • Roman Architecture: Yale University

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