Philosophy invites you to slow down, ask big questions, and explore ideas that shape how we understand the world and our place in it. From everyday dilemmas to timeless debates about truth, ethics and meaning, philosophy offers a space to think more deeply, share perspectives, and enjoy the challenge of ideas. Our philosophy courses are designed to be open, accessible and welcoming, whether you’re completely new to the subject or returning with curiosity sparked by previous reading or discussion.
Across our philosophy courses, you’ll explore a range of philosophical themes, thinkers and traditions, engaging with classic questions as well as contemporary issues that still matter today. Sessions focus on discussion, reflection and clear explanation, helping you build confidence in expressing your own ideas while learning how philosophers have approached similar questions across history and cultures. No specialist background is needed — just an interest in thinking, questioning and conversation.
Our philosophy classes offer a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone’s perspective is valued. Whether you’re interested in ethics, political philosophy, philosophy of mind, or simply enjoying thoughtful discussion, these courses provide a friendly introduction to philosophical thinking and a rewarding way to engage with ideas that continue to shape our lives.
How do systems of meaning shape what we see, say, and think?
Explore some of the most thought-provoking and enduring problems in philosophy: the relation between self and other, the limits of finitude and infinity, the nature of truth and falsehood, and the mystery of time and eternity.
What happens when old values collapse - and we must build meaning from scratch?
This course explores key developments in aesthetics from the second half of the 20th century to today, focusing on three major figures in continental philosophy: Gilles Deleuze, Jacques Rancière, and Jean-François Lyotard.