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Humanities Courses
Explore ideas that shape culture, society, and how we understand the world.
Humanities courses at WEA Sydney bring together philosophy, politics, society, literature, science, and culture to explore the ideas that shape human experience. With a mix of short talks, discussion-based classes, and in-depth courses, this category encourages curiosity, reflection, and critical thinking across a wide range of topics.
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Continuing Middle Egyptian
Continuing Middle Egyptian
<p>This course continues the study of Middle Egyptian, building on prior knowledge to deepen reading confidence and understanding. Participants further develop grammar, vocabulary and translation
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Continuing Middle Egyptian
<p>This course continues the study of Middle Egyptian, building on prior knowledge to deepen reading confidence and understanding. Participants further develop grammar, vocabulary and translation
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Cross-Cultural Literature 3
Cross-Cultural Literature 3
<p>For readers who love both fiction and cultural exploration, this course offers a rich way to combine the two. Through short stories and novellas by respected authors, mostly from the 20th century,
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Iran from Ancient Times to Modern Theocracy
Iran from Ancient Times to Modern Theocracy
<p>Discover the long and complex story of Iran, from its ancient Persian origins to its modern geopolitical role. This course explores the key transformations that shaped the nation’s identity. We
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Iran from Ancient Times to Modern Theocracy
<p>Discover the long and complex story of Iran, from its ancient Persian origins to its modern geopolitical role. This course explores the key transformations that shaped the nation’s identity. We
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Philosophy of Power
Philosophy of Power
<p>This course will examine the concept of ‘power’ in many aspects of human life, from personal empowerment to the oppressive power of others to control us. The making and maintaining of political
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Philosophy of Power
<p>This course will examine the concept of ‘power’ in many aspects of human life, from personal empowerment to the oppressive power of others to control us. The making and maintaining of political
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Machiavelli: A Philosophical Introduction
Machiavelli: A Philosophical Introduction
<p>Machiavelli’s influence on political theory cannot be overstated, and his ideas are still radical and challenging to this day. Like all great philosophers, Machiavelli institutes a new way of
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Creative London: Writers and Artists of the 18th Century
Creative London: Writers and Artists of the 18th Century
<p>Step into the dynamic world of 18th-century London, a city alive with artistic and literary innovation. This course explores the people and ideas that helped shape a remarkable cultural period. We
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The Middle East: Diversity, Fault Lines and Conflict
The Middle East: Diversity, Fault Lines and Conflict
<p>The Middle East is extraordinarily diverse, yet that diversity has often been poorly managed by states and power structures, contributing to recurring instability and conflict. This course explores
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Great Thinkers of the Scientific Revolution
Great Thinkers of the Scientific Revolution
<p>The Scientific Revolution reshaped human understanding of nature, knowledge and society. This course introduces the key thinkers behind this transformation. </p>
<p>We explore the ideas of figures
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Theory of Flight
Theory of Flight
<p>Ever marvelled at how a massive airliner gracefully lifts off, soars across continents, and touches down with pinpoint precision? Led by seasoned international airline captain and engaging aviation
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Philosophy Club: Revolutions of Mind and World
Philosophy Club: Revolutions of Mind and World
<p>This 10‑week Philosophy Club continues to explore the theme of revolutions across major cultural, political, technological, and environmental domains through a range of philosophical lenses. Each
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