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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 California, Irvine

    Relativism

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Social Studies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Sociology, Environmental Issue, Science and Research

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    National Taiwan University

    東亞儒家:人文精神一(East Asian Confucianisms: Humanism (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Liberal Arts, Culture, Intercultural Competence, Social Studies, Human Learning, Cultural Diversity, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Ancient History, Higher Education

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    東亞儒學:孟子一(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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Skepticism

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Research, Policy Analysis, Science and Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Discussion Facilitation

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    86 reviews

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    University of Glasgow

    Knowledge-First Social Epistemology

    Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Peer Review, Research, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Investigation, Probability & Statistics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    EKP1: Modernity and the Emergence of Korean Philosophy

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Research, World History, Ancient History

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Korean Political Thought in the Past and Present

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, World History, Culture, Diplomacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    莊子─人情 (Zhuangzi─Between People)

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Liberal Arts, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Relationship Building, Lifelong Learning, Open Mindset, Mindfulness, Adaptability, Curiosity, Stress Management

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    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    品读道家的智慧

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

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    University of Pennsylvania

    An Introduction to American Law

    Skills you'll gain: Civil Procedures, Civil Law, Commercial Laws, Lawsuits, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Legal Strategy, Legal Research, Case Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Case Studies, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    CentraleSupélec

    On Strategy : What Managers Can Learn from Philosophy - PART 1

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Change Management, Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Leadership Studies, Systems Thinking, Strategic Planning, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Critical Thinking, Psychology

    4.7
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    University of Glasgow

    Introduction to Digital Epistemology

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Relativism: University of California, Irvine
  • 東亞儒家:人文精神一(East Asian Confucianisms: Humanism (1)): National Taiwan University
  • 東亞儒學:孟子一(East Asian Confucianisms: Mencius (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Skepticism: University of California, Irvine
  • Knowledge-First Social Epistemology: University of Glasgow
  • EKP1: Modernity and the Emergence of Korean Philosophy: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Korean Political Thought in the Past and Present: Sungkyunkwan University
  • 莊子─人情 (Zhuangzi─Between People): National Taiwan University
  • 品读道家的智慧: Xi'an Jiaotong University
  • An Introduction to American Law: University of Pennsylvania

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