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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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    University of Geneva

    A l’avènement du christianisme : l’archéologie des derniers païens

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, European History, Culture, Timelines, Economics, Case Studies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Intellectual Humility: Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Curiosity, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Learning Theory, Psychology, Psychological Evaluations, Surveys, Software Testing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    374 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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    National Taiwan University

    東亞儒學:孟子一(East Asian Confucianisms: Mencius (1))

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Intellectual Change in Early China: Warring States and Han

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, World History, Ancient History, Research, Political Sciences, Psychology, Economics, Governance

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    125 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    莊子─姿勢、意識與感情 (Zhuangzi─Posture, Awareness, and Sentiment)

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Resilience, Stress Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Adaptability, Critical Thinking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    215 reviews

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    The Politics of Skepticism

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, European History, Ancient History, Policy Analysis, Social Studies, Research, Creativity, Investigation, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    40 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    品读道家的智慧

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Systems Thinking, Ancient History, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Governance, Social Sciences

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    72 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Reality Bites: Introduction to metaphysics

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics

    4.5
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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    《论语》的智慧

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Human Learning, Leadership, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Social Studies, Culture, Human Development, Interpersonal Communications

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    45 reviews

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    Sapienza University of Rome

    L’Egitto prima e dopo i faraoni. Dalla nascita dello Stato (3000 a.C. ca.) alle prime comunità cristiane (IV secolo d.C.)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Intellectual Humility: Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Critical Thinking, Research, Diversity Awareness, Open Mindset, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    153 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • A l’avènement du christianisme : l’archéologie des derniers païens: University of Geneva
  • Intellectual Humility: Theory: The University of Edinburgh
  • Knowledge-First Social Epistemology: University of Glasgow
  • 東亞儒學:孟子一(East Asian Confucianisms: Mencius (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Intellectual Change in Early China: Warring States and Han: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • 莊子─姿勢、意識與感情 (Zhuangzi─Posture, Awareness, and Sentiment): National Taiwan University
  • The Politics of Skepticism: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • 品读道家的智慧: Xi'an Jiaotong University
  • Reality Bites: Introduction to metaphysics: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • 《论语》的智慧: Xi'an Jiaotong University

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