What Does It Mean to Be Human? An Introduction to the Humanities
Get an introduction to humanities and answer some of the big questions like what it is to be human, with this online course from the University of Newcastle.
Duration
3 weeks
Weekly study
3 hours
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How it works
Unlimited subscription
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Established
1965
Location
Newcastle, Australia
World ranking
Source: QS World University Rankings 2024
Explore what it means to be human and how we make sense of the world
What does it mean to be human? How do we acquire knowledge? How do we make sense of the world around us?
Through this course you’ll develop the skills and knowledge to start answering these big questions. You will consider the complexity of today’s world and engage in debates on the big ideas underpinning humanities subjects.
You will also develop the foundational skills required in the study of the humanities, including evidence-based problem solving, and intercultural awareness.
What topics will you cover?
- Critical and ethical thinking
- Epistemologies
- How knowledge is shared through writing
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