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Overview
What you will learn
By the end of this Philosophical Ideas on Five Contemporary Issues course offered by University of Sydney , you should be able to:
- discuss the pros and cons involved in the contemporary debates on the issues of hope vs pessimism, conspiracy theory, right/left ethics and animal minds
- discuss aspects of the contemporary philosophy of affectivity
- identify the main ideas of contemporary thinkers including Jonathan Haidt, Rutger Bregman and Marjolein Oele
- apply some of the course ideas to broader world issues
- better understand the issues involved in the polarisation of American politics.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Human nature: hope vs pessimism
- Conspiracy theory
- Understanding right/left ethics
- Animal minds
- Affectivity: human/nature
Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Philosophy View 5 other Short Courses in Philosophy in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- CRICOS Number: 0026A
- Anyone with a general interest in the course themes.
Tuition Fee
Living costs for Sydney
1882 - 3547 AUD /month
Living costs
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