Myth in Philosophy Course
Dive into how myth powers philosophical thought. Through Plato’s Cave and myths from around the world, you’ll master close reading, craft captivating seminars, facilitate lively debates, and transform stories into potent instruments for teaching, ethics, and political analysis in the humanities.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This concise, impactful course reveals myth as a precise philosophical instrument. You’ll closely analyse Plato’s Allegory of the Cave, delve into myth, narrative, allegory, and metaphor, and unpack epistemological, ethical, and political ideas. Gain skills to create dynamic seminars, guide focused discussions, compare myths across cultures, and address critiques of myth in philosophical discourse.
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Develop skills
- Close reading of Plato: analyse the Cave allegory with scholarly precision.
- Myth analysis tools: distinguish myth, allegory, metaphor, and philosophical narrative.
- Comparative mythology: contrast Plato’s Cave with Greek, religious, or modern myths.
- Seminar design: build a 50–75 minute myth-centred session with active learning.
- Ethical critique: debate myths as persuasion, pedagogy, and philosophical argument.
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