Wisdom in an Age of Upheaval: What the Great Thinkers Can Teach Us About Modern Life

Course Code: HUM2613

Start Date: 24/02/2026

Day of the Week:

Tuesday

Session: Morning

Delivery method: Centre Only

Length in weeks: 5

Time: 10am-12pm

Price: £

In a world of constant change — from AI and climate anxiety to political divisions and information overload — the big questions matter more than ever. This friendly, discussion-based course explores how great thinkers such as Foucault, Arendt, Chomsky and others can help us make sense of modern life. Together, we’ll unpack their ideas about truth, power and freedom, and discover how philosophy can offer perspective, resilience, and practical wisdom for living thoughtfully in the 21st century.