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About the Course

This course will introduce you to some of the main areas of research in contemporary philosophy. Each module a different philosopher will talk you through some of the most important questions and issues in their area of expertise. We’ll begin by trying to understand what philosophy is – what are its characteristic aims and methods, and how does it differ from other subjects? Then we’ll spend the rest of the course gaining an introductory overview of several different areas of philosophy. Topics you’ll learn about will include: Epistemology, where we’ll consider what our knowledge of the world and ourselves consists in, and how we come to have it; Philosophy of science, where we’ll investigate foundational conceptual issues in scientific research and practice; Philosophy of Mind, where we’ll ask questions about what it means for something to have a mind, and how minds should be understood and explained; Political Philosophy, where we'll investigate whether we have an obligation to obey the law; Moral Philosophy, where we’ll attempt to understand the nature of our moral judgements and reactions – whether they aim at some objective moral truth, or are mere personal or cultural preferences, and; Metaphysics, where we’ll think through some fundamental conceptual questions about free will and the nature of reality. The development of this MOOC has been led by the University of Edinburgh's Eidyn research centre. To accompany 'Introduction to Philosophy', we are pleased to announce a tie-in book from Routledge entitled 'Philosophy for Everyone'. This course companion to the 'Introduction to Philosophy' course was written by the Edinburgh Philosophy team expressly with the needs of MOOC students in mind. 'Philosophy for Everyone' contains clear and user-friendly chapters, chapter summaries, glossary, study questions, suggestions for further reading and guides to online resources. Please click "Start Here" and navigate to the "Optional Reading" page for more information....

Top reviews

LT

Sep 2, 2015

I thoroughly enjoyed this course and find that it encouragingly sets some directions, and of course, raises my excitement for further study into some of the different fields of philosophy. Thank you.

AR

Jul 6, 2017

I found this course incredibly stimulating. A wonderfully structured introduction to European philosophy. All modules well presented. How lucky we are to have learning like this at our fingertips.

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By Ashraf E

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Apr 16, 2020

Very enlightening. Opened my eyes to a whole new world of thinking.

By Deleted A

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Apr 10, 2019

A really good introduction to Philosophy. I enjoyed a lot learning!

By Maksim T

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Jun 14, 2024

Great intro to the topic with interesting and meaningful examples!

By Mili F

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Apr 12, 2021

He aprendido mucho desde que estoy en el curso es muy interesante.

By Chyavan M C

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Jul 15, 2020

Introduced me to a lot of new perspectives! Perfect for a beginner

By la n

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Apr 16, 2020

I personal love philosophy on that the certificate is a non-credit

By Fion S

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Aug 3, 2016

Awesome experience for me, awesome handouts and awesome lecturers!

By Kerry A S

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Dec 22, 2023

Excellent course. Very very challenging but thoroughly enjoyable.

By Khanhquynh P

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Dec 15, 2023

Diverse topics that give me a chance to dig more to my daily life

By Camilo l v

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Apr 24, 2021

muy bien ordenado y explicado cada item del curso, lo recomiendo.

By giorasa

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May 2, 2020

fascinating. very good introduction to philoosphcal questions.

By Shivam J

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Jun 26, 2018

THIS IS MY FIRST COURSE I TOOK. IT HAS BEEN AN AWESOME EXPERIENCE

By Carlos M

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May 29, 2021

A very good introduction to Philosophy with excellent professors

By MARTHA R L E

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Feb 5, 2021

Cuando lo terminas quieres aprender más¡

Es corto y muy digerible

By Baharuddin Y A R

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Jul 4, 2020

it's good and provide all major issue in philosophy for beginner

By Bi Y C N

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May 22, 2020

I love this course, I have learn the basic theory of philosophy.

By Cornel P

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Oct 29, 2017

Excellent course for beginners.

Motivational and well structured.

By Tony S

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Jun 22, 2017

It was great way to introduce myself to the world of Philosophy.

By Charlotte P

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Aug 18, 2015

Enjoyed the class very much. Just the right amount of challenge!

By Vadym N

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Apr 21, 2020

As a non-humanities specialized person, I liked it pretty much.

By Antonio J T D

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Aug 13, 2019

It is a brief introduction to some basic aspects of philosophy.

By Lisa B

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Mar 10, 2019

Very helpful way to introduce the basics in a not-so-basic way.

By Conroy F

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Sep 22, 2017

Great course to improve critical thinking and analytical skills

By Ujjaini K

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Jun 17, 2017

This is definitely one of the best courses I have taken so far.

By Jose G

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Dec 5, 2016

Excellent course! Very interesting topics. Very well explained.