Education

Our mission is to create opportunities for all to discover and discuss philosophy for the good of self and society. A key part of our work is in schools, fostering philosophical curiosity in the next generation. We also create videos and learning resources for all ages.

A-Levels Masterclasses

Masterclasses

What is the Good Life? 

In this video, Dr Angie Hobbs, Professor of the Public Understanding at the University of Sheffield, presents "What is the Good Life? Revisiting Aristotle's Function Argument". This episode is one of a pair of videos on Virtue Ethics, although both can be viewed independently. The other episode, Why Study Aristotle's Virtue Ethics?, can be found in this playlist and provides a more general introduction on the topic.

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From Self to God 

In this talk, John Cottingham, Professor Emeritus of Philosophy at the University of Reading, looks at Descartes' journey from Self to God.

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Should we be Cartesian Dualists? 

Dr Emily Thomas, Associate Professor of Philosophy at Durham University, asks whether we should be Cartesian dualists.

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What is Property Dualism? 

David Chalmers, Professor of Philosophy at New York University, looks at property dualism.

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Does All Knowledge Come From Experience? 

Michael Lacewing, Head of Theology and Philosophy, Christ's Hospital School, asks whether all knowledge comes from experience.

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What is the Recipe for Knowledge? Part 2 

The second part of Dr Steph Rennick's talk on the recipe for knowledge.

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What is the Recipe for Knowledge? Part 1 

Dr Steph Rennick, Research Associate in Philosophy at the University of Glasgow, looks at what is needed to know things. This is Part One of her talk.

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Is There Anything Outside the Mind? 

In this video, Arif Ahmed, University of Cambridge, gives an overview of the philosophy of George Berkeley.

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A-Level guides 

Explore our accessible guides on mind, God, ethics and knowledge, perfect for revision or as an introduction to the topics.

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Philosophy in schools 

We’ve worked to promote philosophy in schools since 1992. Our expert-led courses tackle basic philosophical concepts, and we’re always on the lookout for new schools to work with.

School conferences and events 

Hosting a philosophy event at your school? We offer sponsorship and financial support for teachers and students of philosophy in UK schools and colleges.

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