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Introduction to Philosophy Part 1

An introduction to Philosophy for beginners Join us in this fascinating journey through the History of Western Philosophy. Starting with the pre-Socratic period, Classic Greek Philosophy and Christian Philosophy, from Jesus to the Scholastic medieval philosophy of St Thomas Aquinas.

course code: SLC1

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 11 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks: 12 weeks
Times: Thu 10:00-12:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £198.00 (concession £120.00)

Introduction to Philosophy Part 2

This is a fantastic course for anyone who would like to learn about the history of philosophy and is interested in critical thinking. This course will follow on from Part 1; students can join without having attended Part 1.

course code: SLC2

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 08 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 12 weeks
Times: Thu 10:00-12:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £198.00 (concession £120.00)

Introduction to Philosophy Part 3

Political philosophy and the challenges of Democracy, Installation theory, Philosophical feminism, behavioural philosophy, Consciousness and Ethics, and many other critical thinking topics. This course will follow on from Part 2; students can join without having attended Part 1 and 2.

course code: SLC3

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 23 Apr 2026 (Summer)
Weeks: 10 weeks
Times: Thu 10:00-12:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £165.00 (concession £100.00)

Introduction to Philosophy Part 4 A

This Part 4 A Philosophy course will explore further influential philosophical conceptions such as the Socratic legacy over the centuries, Postmodernism, Individualism in context of Theism and Nihilism.

course code: SLC4A

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 11 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks: 12 weeks
Times: Thu 19:00-21:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £198.00 (concession £120.00)

Introduction to Philosophy Part 4 B

We will continue our fascinating discussion about human knowledge, its value and the meaning and position our human life in the universe. This Part 4 B Philosophy course will explore further influential philosophical conceptions

course code: SLC4B

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 08 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 12 weeks
Times: Thu 19:00-21:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £198.00 (concession £120.00)

Introduction to Philosophy Part 4 C

We will continue our fascinating discussion about human knowledge, its value and the meaning and position our human life in the universe. This Part 4 C Philosophy course will explore further influential philosophical conceptions

course code: SLC4C

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 23 Apr 2026 (Summer)
Weeks: 10 weeks
Times: Thu 19:00-21:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £165.00 (concession £100.00)

Introduction to Philosophy Part 5 A

This course will be an Intellectually stimulating journey across various philosophical topics with fascinating discussions about knowledge and the ultimate meaning of life. This Part 5 A Philosophy course will continue to further explore fundamental philosophical concepts and questions.

course code: SLC5A

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 12 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks: 12 weeks
Times: Fri 10:00-12:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £198.00 (concession £120.00)

Introduction to Philosophy Part 5 B

This course will be an Intellectually stimulating journey across various philosophical topics with fascinating discussions about knowledge and the ultimate meaning of life. This Part 5 B Philosophy course will continue to further explore fundamental philosophical concepts and questions.

course code: SLC5B

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 09 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 11 weeks
Times: Fri 10:00-12:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £182.00 (concession £116.00)

Introduction to Philosophy Part 5 C

This course will be an Intellectually stimulating journey across various philosophical topics with fascinating discussions about knowledge and the ultimate meaning of life. This Part 5 C Philosophy course will continue to further explore fundamental philosophical concepts and questions.

course code: SLC5C

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 24 Apr 2026 (Summer)
Weeks: 10 weeks
Times: Fri 10:00-12:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £165.00 (concession £100.00)

Philosophy for everyday life - What is good and bad, right and wrong?

In this workshop we will explore some different ethical theories which explain ‘good and bad, right and wrong’. We will discuss a range of moral issues and dilemmas and identify some explanations of the basis of morality.

course code: SJM4

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 06 Dec 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks: One day
Times: Sat 10:00-15:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £42.00 (concession £26.00)

Philosophy for everyday life - Do you have free will and does it matter?

In this workshop we will explore whether we have free will and whether it matters. We will discuss the arguments for free will and determinism and look at the issue of free will and responsibility. We will examine the impact of these theories on a range of issues like punishment.

course code: SJM2

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 08 Nov 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks: One day
Times: Sat 10:00-15:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £42.00 (concession £26.00)

Philosophy for everyday life - How can we live better lives?

We will explore some of the key ideas of Aristotle, Sartre, Nietzsche and some modern thinkers who give us an idea of what constitutes human flourishing.

course code: SJM9

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 13 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks: One day
Times: Sat 10:00-15:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £42.00 (concession £26.00)

Philosophy for everyday life - Is there anything more important than pleasure? – The ideas of Epicurus

In this workshop we will explore the ideas of the Ancient Greek Philosopher-Epicurus. We will discuss what he meant by hedonism and why he thought pleasure should be the guide to living your life.

course code: SJM3

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 22 Nov 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks: One day
Times: Sat 10:00-15:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £42.00 (concession £26.00)

Philosophy for everyday life - What counts as a meaningful life?

In this workshop we will explore what different philosophers, including Socrates, Kierkegaard, Camus, and Susan Woolf, say about what constitutes a meaningful life. We will explore the themes of purpose, significance and fulfilment, as well as the idea that there is no inherent meaning in life.

course code: SJM1

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 11 Oct 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks: One day
Times: Sat 10:00-15:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £42.00 (concession £26.00)

Philosophy for everyday life - What is justice?

We will examine some different perspectives on the nature of Justice, consider what it means to be just and explore some challenging ethical dilemmas. There will be an opportunity to discuss the ideas of Plato and Socrates as well as exploring the theories of utilitarianism and deontology.

course code: SJM6

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 07 Mar 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: One day
Times: Sat 10:00-15:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £42.00 (concession £26.00)

Philosophy for everyday life - What is love?

In this workshop we will examine some different perspectives on the nature of love. We will explore a range of forms of love discussed by Philosophers such as Erich Fromm, Plato and Simone de Beauvoir and consider how these can enrich and deepen our understanding.

course code: SJM5

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 07 Feb 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: One day
Times: Sat 10:00-15:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £42.00 (concession £26.00)

Philosophy for everyday life - Why are so few famous Philosophers women?

We will explore the ideas of some key women philosophers including Hannah Arendt, Simone De Beauvoir, Phillippa Foot and Martha Nussbaum. Their ideas will relate to ethics, authority, politics and relationships.

course code: SJM8

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 16 May 2026 (Summer)
Weeks: One day
Times: Sat 10:00-15:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £42.00 (concession £26.00)

Philosophy for everyday life- How we know what is real?

"In this workshop we will explore the question- How do we know what is real? This is an important question in a world where misinformation, ‘fake news’ and relativism seem prominent. This workshop will explore the concepts of reality, knowledge and doubt."

course code: SJM7

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
Start: 21 Mar 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: One day
Times: Sat 10:00-15:00
where: Stoke Lodge Google map
fees: total fee for this course £42.00 (concession £26.00)

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