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Study ancient philosophy, including the works of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. Understand their contributions to Western thought.

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    Universidade Estadual de Campinas

    Alfabetização Midiática, Informacional e Diálogo Intercultural - UNESCO e UNICAMP

    Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Journalism, Content Creation, Cultural Diversity, Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    4.9
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    90 reviews

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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, Liberal Arts, Economics, Case Studies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Wonders of Ancient Egypt

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, World History, Anthropology, Timelines, Research Methodologies

    4.8
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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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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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Korean Music, A Philosophical Exploration

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music History, Music Theory, World Music, Classical Music, Aesthetics, Culture, Cultural Diversity

    4.9
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Arizona

    Roman Art and Archaeology

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, European History, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Timelines

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    680 reviews

    Mixed · 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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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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    Sapienza University of Rome

    Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Research, Research Methodologies, World History, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Art History, Data Integration, Culture, Information Systems

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    146 reviews

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    National Taiwan University

    東亞儒學:孟子二 (East Asian Confucianisms: Mencius(2))

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, World History, Culture, Research, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Economic Development

    4.7
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    University of Copenhagen

    Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, World History, Microbiology, Environment, Ancient History, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Taxonomy, Chemistry, Scientific Methods

    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

  • Alfabetização Midiática, Informacional e Diálogo Intercultural - UNESCO e UNICAMP: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
  • A l’avènement du christianisme : l’archéologie des derniers païens: University of Geneva
  • Wonders of Ancient Egypt: University of Pennsylvania
  • Relativism: University of California, Irvine
  • Intellectual Humility: Practice: The University of Edinburgh
  • Korean Music, A Philosophical Exploration: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Roman Art and Archaeology: University of Arizona
  • Intellectual Change in Early China: Warring States and Han: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Introduction to Korean Philosophy and Culture: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Paesaggi di Roma Antica. Archeologia e storia del Palatino.: Sapienza University of Rome

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