Political Philosophy Course
Explore political philosophy from ancient thinkers like Plato and Aristotle to modern ones like Foucault and Rawls. Delve into justice, power, and authority, then apply these theories to real-world public issues. Ideal for those in humanities aiming to influence policy, education, and community engagement through clear, actionable insights.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides a focused overview of major political thinkers like Plato, Aristotle, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Marx, Arendt, Foucault, Rawls, Mill, and Nozick. It covers debates on justice, power, and authority, building skills in research, communication, and turning complex ideas into practical policy advice for public challenges.
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Develop skills
- Analyze political theories using liberal, socialist, and anarchist perspectives.
- Evaluate concepts of justice, power, and authority in civic discussions.
- Convert abstract ideas into practical policy arguments.
- Explain thinkers like Plato, Rawls, and Foucault simply.
- Research and write concise advisory reports with solid references.
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