Humanities Courses at WEA Sydney
Dive into the humanities to explore what it means to be human—our ideas, beliefs, creativity, and societies. Study literature, writing, philosophy, religion, politics, society, science, and technology with expert tutors who encourage open discussion and critical thinking.
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History and Philosophy of Psychology
<p>Fascination with mental processes such as memory, imagination, reasoning, and the human ability to tell lies, can be traced back to the ancient philosophers such as Aristotle. For most of history
...History and Philosophy of Psychology
<p>Fascination with mental processes such as memory, imagination, reasoning, and the human ability to tell lies, can be traced back to the ancient philosophers such as Aristotle. For most of history
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Big Profile Writers' Workshop: de Beauvoir, Attwood, Morrison and more
<p>Writing is now democratic – most of us can write. Creative beginner and long-term writers hit blocks and potholes. So completing our works as Simone de Beauvoir says is about hard work,
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AI & The Economy
<p>Artificial Intelligence is changing the way we work, live, and do business. This session explains what AI is, how it improves productivity, and how it changes the value of different skills. We’ll
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Philosophy of Time
<p>Reality as humans know it, from the cosmic order to our subjective human experience, has a temporal dimension. In this course we will consider many approaches to understanding the issue of time,
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Political Ideas in Australia from European Settlement to Federation
<p>From the earliest European settlement, Australia’s political culture has been shaped by ideas about the role of government and the nature of a just society. Transportation was the penalty applied
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Cross-Cultural Literature 4
<p>Imagine reading Kafka while staying in Prague? Or Borges while exploring Buenos Aires? Even if you aren’t travelling but are fascinated by different cultures and love reading fiction, you will be
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AI and Society
<p>AI and Society is a 7-week introductory course designed to help understand the role of artificial intelligence in everyday life. Through friendly, practical sessions, participants will explore what
...AI and Society
<p>AI and Society is a 7-week introductory course designed to help understand the role of artificial intelligence in everyday life. Through friendly, practical sessions, participants will explore what
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Navigating a Complex World: What is True, Beautiful, and Worth Doing?
<p>In an age of rapid change, uncertainty, and moral complexity, how do we make sense of what really matters? This wide-ranging series of talks explores timeless and timely questions through
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Should MPs give up their seat if they quit their party?
<p>When a Federal MP defects from the party they were elected with, heated public debate follows. Should they resign from parliament and let the party fill the seat? Political defections have been an
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Neurosciences and Longevity
<p>Learn how to live longer and stay physically and mentally young by discovering the latest research in neurosciences and the art of looking after our brains. Discover the secrets of the “Blue Zones”
...Neurosciences and Longevity
<p>Learn how to live longer and stay physically and mentally young by discovering the latest research in neurosciences and the art of looking after our brains. Discover the secrets of the “Blue Zones”
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