Medieval Philosophy Course
Discover medieval philosophy via Thomas Aquinas and his contemporaries. Link faith and reason, Aristotle with theology, and historical debates to current ethics and public life—crafted for humanities experts wanting practical, teachable insights into key thinkers from the 11th–14th centuries.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This focused Medieval Philosophy Course introduces Thomas Aquinas, his life, key works, and approach within the 11th–14th century context. Delve into faith versus reason, natural and revealed theology, the Five Ways, comparisons with other thinkers, plus practical teaching tools, debate setups, and reflections relevant to today's discussions.
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- Analyze Aquinas on faith and reason with precise rigour.
- Compare Aquinas with Augustine, Anselm, Averroes, or Bonaventure in depth.
- Interpret medieval sources using context like schools, universities, and authorities.
- Apply Aquinas’s metaphysics and Five Ways to modern faith–science debates.
- Design ready-to-teach class activities, debates, and close readings on Aquinas.
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