Learner Reviews & Feedback for Introduction to Philosophy by The University of Edinburgh
About the Course
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 investi...
Top reviews
LT
Sep 1, 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 5, 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.
451 - 475 of 2,230 Reviews for Introduction to Philosophy
By CHENTOUF M
•May 23, 2020
I do really enjoyed taking this course. It was very informative and the content was displayed in a creative way while the discussions provided different perspectives.
By Simon O R
•Dec 11, 2018
The Time frame is great to keep you active. This is very important to put sufficient enerdy into the course. It is well-made, lively, and very profitable. Thank you!
By Andrew U
•Jun 19, 2016
This is an outstanding introduction to Philosophy. Each element is a short overview at beginner level and yet addresses the fundamental debates in each area covered.
By Keren T
•Oct 29, 2015
It is a good course with great content. The professors are well prepared and share their knowledge in an easy way so that everyone can understand their explanations.
By Herve M
•Nov 27, 2023
Merci à Coursera pour ce certificat qu'elle m'a délivrée. Passionné de philosophie,j'ai au moins une preuve palpable que j'ai des connaissances en cette discipline.
By Lucia E D
•Apr 9, 2018
Excelente curso muy buenas las exposiciones de los distintos profesores, y muy interesante su contenido, muchísimas gracias por haberme dejado participar del mismo.
By Andrés A B
•Sep 28, 2017
I loved the course, every topic was amazingly interesting, I loved the first week and the third week, both aspect moved me forward to learn more about those topics.
By Rosa M D A
•Dec 19, 2023
Este curso es definitivamente perfecto, encontré lo que necesitaba aprender; gracias a los que lo Profesores donde tuve la oportunidad de lograr mi objetivo ❤️❤️
By vimesy
•Nov 25, 2022
Absolutely fascinating, accessible even to a complete novice such as myself. truly appreciate that they also provide extra reading and resources to follow up with!
By Christian S
•Aug 13, 2019
A very informative introduction to the field of philosophy, curated by enthusiastic lectures, who explain each topic in a nicely structured and accessible fashion.
By Odair C J
•Mar 12, 2019
It is a really good introduction, focusing on the big questions and incentiving the students to think for themselves about these questions since the first lesson.
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By Christopher B
•Jul 3, 2017
I thoroughly enjoyed this course. I would recommend it to anyone who wanted to get an overview of major trends in philosophical thinking. Well presented resources.
By John J
•May 3, 2022
A very interesting and current course; It helped me to remember some fundamental elements of the philosophy that I had forgotten. I am very pleased with this one.
By Ramon S
•Sep 18, 2020
Excelente curso introductorio, me permitió acercarme a temas interesantes del apasionante mundo de la Filosofía. Felicitaciones a los profesores y la universidad.
By Krishna R
•May 17, 2020
As the title suggests it really does introduce you you to a lot of interesting branches of philosophy, as well as a lot of philosophical thinkers.A great start!!!
By Phillip B
•Oct 22, 2015
Fantastic introductory course to Philosophy. It really expands your thinking and methodologies relating to wisdom and knowledge. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you.
By Patrick M
•May 4, 2020
I'm so glad that I committed to this course, and finished it. Very enlightening and a solid base to build upon. Thanks Cousera and The University of Edinburgh!
By Noura O
•Nov 9, 2022
Very interesting
The course was very informative and engaging. I would recommend this course to others, who are looking to improve their knowledge in philosophy
By Orla D
•Feb 6, 2021
Fantastic course, I knew nothing about philosophy going in but the lectures were presented smoothly and were easy to understand. I cannot recommend this enough.
By Pranshu B
•Aug 6, 2020
This is an excellent course . I m from medical background from India and the education was not so open 20 years back; I finally got to do a course on philosophy
By Valeria V
•Oct 27, 2018
Este curso lo recomendaría, la información es completa y entretenida.
A pesar de estudiar otra carrera "ING informática" pude comprender cada uno de los temas .
By Pascal K
•Jun 12, 2020
I highly enjoyed this course and the variety of professors that each explained their view and topic related to philosophy. Will recommend this course to ohers!
By Maria T
•May 12, 2020
A very interesting approach - presents both obvious and interesting, niche topics and problems of philosophy, making this course appealing to a broad audience.
By analia a
•Nov 21, 2018
Muy buena introducción al pensamiento filosófico y además con ejemplos comunes para dar mejor entendimiento, deberían hacer cursos de cada corriente filosófica
By Sara B
•Sep 20, 2015
An excellent though-provoking introduction to several branches of Philosophy. You can tell the instructors love what they do - it makes it easy to love it too.