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.
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By Anthony T
•May 5, 2020
Very easy to understand for a complete beginner philosopher starting to expand their mind!
By Ladislao A S
•Aug 3, 2017
bastante completo e interesante, fácil de comprender. Descripción perfecta de introducción
By Tracy T
•May 14, 2016
An excellent course providing a great overview of major philosophical ideas and arguments.
By Viktória G
•Jun 1, 2023
I really enjoyed this course, helped me a lot with preparing for my exam from Philosophy.
By isamir a
•Oct 2, 2022
Explanation of philosophy and philosophical topics more than of philosophers specifically
By Javairia N
•Sep 11, 2020
Very detailed and engaging course. The supplementary material provided is also excellent.
By Abrar H S
•Jul 15, 2020
Very good course gained a good deal of knowledge regarding the introduction to philosophy
By Kayleigh M P
•Mar 23, 2019
Amazing, thoroughly enjoyed this course! Can't think the University of Edinburgh enough!!
By Simone C
•Aug 11, 2022
a very nice overview that allows a student to evaluate what to choose as specialization.
By ALFREDO G S
•Feb 19, 2021
Very good course. I learnt about philosophy without having to read Aristoteles or Hegel.
By Jonathan G
•Jun 24, 2020
Some great content. Course book (purchased separately) is an excellent entry level text.
By �Shivam R
•Jun 21, 2020
Found a new horizon of opportunity for me!
One of the best course one can ever complete.
By Francis X S
•May 5, 2020
A wonderful course that provides just the right amount of challenge to keep one engaged.
By Andrea B
•Aug 15, 2018
nice, wide introduction. great way to stimulate curiosity and prompt to further research
By Xiaoyu Z
•Oct 29, 2017
The content of this course is deep and broad enough and the lectures are in high quality
By Deleted A
•Sep 17, 2016
Very memorable and very educational. I learned more about the topic with these modules.
By Andres L L
•Nov 10, 2015
An excellent course that makes you ask and answer really important questions about life.
By Jackson S
•Feb 20, 2025
this platform is very helpful, I enjoyed and looking forward to learn more ...thank you
By Corey H
•Sep 17, 2021
Nice course that briefly covers many different issues that are discussed in Philosophy.
By Bryan S Q M
•Oct 16, 2020
It is a great course; it makes you understand pretty complex ideas in a digestible way.
By Jittaphisudth K
•May 9, 2020
I really enjoy this class. Thank you for the lessons. I have learn many thing from this
By Muhammad A N
•May 2, 2020
The course is excellent; relevant content, informative lectures and extensive readings.
By Juan T
•Jan 2, 2019
A very interesting introduction with diverse topics which impulse you to keep studying.
By Ilya S
•May 21, 2017
Some classes are really tricky and require better explanation (ex: Minds and computers)
By Iulian M
•Apr 23, 2016
Very good information, thank you so much for all experience gained through this course.