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What topics do our philosophy courses cover?

From exploring some of the biggest controversies in philosophy, to examining the great moral issues in contemporary society, our small class sizes ensure you can immerse yourself in the subject in a supportive and friendly environment.

You’ll have the opportunity to tackle some of life's big questions and critique the work of some of the most well-respected philosophers that have emerged in society. Whether you’re examining the works of Plato, or debating some of Aristotle’s most significant findings, all that’s left to decide is which course is right for you.   

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Whether you choose one of our online courses that are accessible from the comfort of your home, or in-person learning at one of our venues, you’ll have an experienced tutor on hand to facilitate the conversation and prompt discussion on some of the most important aspects of philosophy. 

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Philosophy: Understanding Evil and Wickedness

People have always struggled to understand (and prevent) evil actions. Moral and political philosophers have also not found it easy but have developed some definitions and theories. Psychology can provide useful insights into the history and motivation of evil actions too. This course brings these together in the hope that they will increase learners’ understanding of the nature of evil and provide ideas for how to prevent it. The content will include the question of whether ‘evil’ is a philosophically useful category, Hanna Arendt’s analysis of evil, Mary Midgley’s analysis of wickedness, and the 2024 Reith lectures on violence.
Dates:
Wed 30/04/2025 -
Wed 02/07/2025
Times:
4:45pm - 6:45pm
Duration:
9 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Bettina Lange
Course code:
Q00021440
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£66.60

Philosophy: Philosophy behind the Headlines

The course will briefly introduce the principal ideas of a selection of philosophers and apply these to the discussion of the news headlines and the controversies that lie behind them. This course will encourage discussion and sharing of ideas about current affairs and will involve reflecting on how to make philosophy a part of this discussion. Reading material will be provided on Canvas and the tutor will introduce the key ideas of relevant articles. However, reading before class is not essential. The main activity is to share ideas on news stories.
Dates:
Thu 01/05/2025 -
Thu 05/06/2025
Times:
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Blue Beetle Room (London)
Hendon Lane
Finchley
London
N3 1TR
Tutor:
Daniel Williams
Course code:
Q00017388
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£60.00

Philosophy: Fairness and Democracy

The justification and stability of established forms of Western democracy have recently been challenged. Some welcome this as an opportunity for a much-needed renewal of democracy, others fear a descent into authoritarianism and increasing unjustified inequalities. Political philosophy may help think these issues through. This course gives an overview of recent political philosophy and then focusses on two ideals (elaborated by John Rawls and those using his ideas now), justice as fairness and a democratic society as a society of free and equal persons. We will examine how relevant and defensible these ideals are given the current crisis of democracy.
Dates:
Mon 12/05/2025 -
Mon 07/07/2025
Times:
9:00am - 11:00am
Duration:
8 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Bettina Lange
Course code:
Q00022188
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£59.20

WEA Membership

WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15