Philosophy courses in Ireland

The School of Philosophy & Economic Science is running the Introduction to Practical Philosophy Course Part 1a Online for Autumn 2021 Have you ever wanted to lead a happier, more peaceful and more contented life? In this 10-week course, you will find useful, practical tools that increase your happiness, reduce feelings of stress and give…

This programme provides students with a specialized knowledge in ancient, medieval and Renaissance thought, focusing on philosophical writers, literary and historical themes, and the history of thought. It allows students to explore thematic concerns of writers in the Western tradition from Ancient Greece and Rome to the 16th century and beyond.

This course provides an introduction to those interested in the study of the philosophy of Religion. COURSE DESCRIPTION • What is Religion & What is the Philosophy of Religion • ISMs and ISTs – ideologies and beliefs. • Origins & Growth of Religion. • Religious Experience & Religious Experiences in Language – Fables, Allegory, Literary…

Philosophy – An Introduction Week 1-4: Introduction to Philosophy Does God exist? Are there moral principles that all human beings should follow? Can we ever know anything for certain? How should society be organised? These are some of the topics that we will explore on this course. The course aims to present some of the…

Literally translated as being a love of knowledge/wisdom; philosophy aspires to answer the fundamental questions in life and get to the very root of human existence in order to develop a greater understanding of our place in the world and our relationships with one another. Do we know there is a God? What is the…

Overview Returning for 2025, the popular Philosophy Today public lecture series explores how philosophy engages with the challenges of the modern world. Through six thought-provoking talks followed by interactive Q&A sessions, Trinity College Dublin’s philosophers share insights from their latest research, connecting philosophical ideas to some of today’s most pressing issues. Please note, due to…