Philosophy Courses and Certifications

Reason and Persuasion: Thinking Through Three Dialogues By Plato

5 reviews

Explore Plato's dialogues and contemporary moral theory in this 8-week course by National University of Singapore. Expand your thinking and arrive at new perspectives.

• Coursera
• 33 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

哲学导论（中文版）

201 ratings at Coursera

Explore modern philosophy with the University of Edinburgh in a 7-week course, covering epistemology, philosophy of science, mind, morality, and metaphysics.

• Coursera
• 15 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy

944 ratings at Coursera

Explore the intersection of philosophy, science, and religion in this 5-week course by the University of Edinburgh. Delve into key debates with leading thinkers and gain a broader understanding.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Question Reality! Science, philosophy, and the search for meaning

3 reviews

What is reality? Explore how physics and philosophy have changed our perspective on the nature of the universe, matter, and mind over time.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Trinity College

The Conscious Mind - A Philosophical Road Trip

3 reviews

Explore the worlds of sense, thought and the mind, as revealed through the philosophical discipline of phenomenology.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Plato, Socrates, and the Birth of Western Philosophy | 西方哲学精神探源

1 review

Explore the origins of Western philosophy with Tsinghua University. Delve into ancient Greek and Roman thought, enhance critical thinking, and cultivate noble values over 16 weeks. Ideal for all majors.

• edX
• 16 weeks, 1-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Exploring the Origins of Selfhood

This course is an immersive journey that invites learners to unravel the intricate tapestry of selfhood and identity across different periods and contexts. Learners will will develop critical thinking skills, enhance their self-awareness, and foster a de…

• Coursera
• 18 hours 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 3: How Does It All End?

94 ratings at Coursera

Explore the causes and consequences of soul and afterlife beliefs in this 7-week course from Rutgers University. Dive into the impact of these beliefs on culture, politics, and war.

• Coursera
• 13 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Georgetown University

Introduction to Bioethics

2 reviews

Introduction to Bioethics explores some of the most difficult - and fascinating - moral challenges we face in health, medicine, and emerging technologies.

• edX
• 16 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Death with Shelly Kagan

This course will examine a number of issues that arise once we begin to reflect on our mortality.

• YouTube
• 21 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

New Horizons in Chinese Philosophy | 中国哲学新视野

This course is an introduction to classical Chinese thoughts advanced by Confucius, Mozi, Laozi, Zhuangzi, Mencius, Xunzi, Hanfeizi and other legalist thinkers. It is designed for those who are interested in philosophy and curious about Chinese culture.

• edX
• 14 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Reasoning Across the Disciplines

64 ratings at Coursera

Sharpen your critical reasoning skills with this 7-week course by UNC Chapel Hill, designed for incoming freshmen but open to all. Learn to apply critical thinking across various disciplines.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Great War and Modern Philosophy

1 review

Learn how philosophers responded to the First World War and how the war changed philosophical reflection.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 6-7 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Sungkyunkwan University

Introduction to Korean Philosophy and Culture

188 ratings at Coursera

Explore Korean philosophy and culture in a 4-week course by Sungkyunkwan University. No prerequisites required, ideal for those interested in Korean culture or cross-cultural philosophy.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Harvard;  Smithsonian

Power and Responsibility: Doing Philosophy with Superheroes

1 review

Pow! Bang! Kaboom! Power and Responsibility: Doing Philosophy with Superheroes, a SmithsonianX and Harvard Division of Continuing Education course, blends superheroes narratives with the core areas of philosophy.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 1-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)