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Philosophy Summer School

Philosophy at Aberdeen

Explore the analytic tradition of Philosophy in one of the UKs best Philosophy departments.

King's College

Study at an ancient university over 525 years old.

Explore the North-East of Scotland

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of the North-East of Scotland.

Join us for the opportunity to study Philosophy at one of Scotland's ancient universities!

Our Philosophy Summer School will focus on contemporary research topics in Epistemology, Ethics and Political Philosophy. Drawing on internationally recognised expertise in Social Epistemology, History of Philosophy, Applied Ethics and Political Philosophy, and a strong record of teaching excellence, the programme will focus on introducing students to contemporary research topics in Analytic Philosophy. Topics may include Knowledge and the Internet, Testimonial Injustice, comparative Epistemology across Analytic and Chinese Philosophy, ethical issues concerning the use of AI, ethics and health care, and philosophical issues relating to Global Justice and International Law. The programme will also feature in-class language support and a variety of co-curricular activities where students will get a chance to sample different aspects of Scottish culture and history.

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Programme Dates

Sunday 27 July to Saturday 9 August

Course Topics

Over two weeks the programme will cover the following topics:

"Introduction to Analytic Philosophy" with Prof. Michael Beaney.
"Medical and Public Health Ethics" with Prof. Vikki Entwistle.
“Ethics of AI" with Dr. Paula Sweeney.
"Environmental Ethics" with Dr. Gerry Hough.
"Political Philosophy" with Dr. Eilidh Beaton.
"Epistemic Justice and Injustice" with Dr. Federico Luzzi.
"Social Epistemology" with Prof. Jesper Kallestrup.
"The History of Philosophy at Aberdeen" with Dr. Gerry Hough and Dr. Brad Bow.
"Comparative Philosophy: Chinese Philosophy and Analytic Philosophy" with Prof. Michael Beaney.

Entry Requirements

Please note, this programme is limited to partner universities in China, and is not currently open to the general public.

Academic Entry Requirements:

The programme is intended for students on an undergraduate philosophy programme, who have completed year 2 (pre-Honours).

English Language Entry Requirements:

Applicants will need to demonstrate that they meet the necessary English language requirements of an average IELTS 5.5, or equivalent. Students can submit a Philosophy Summer School Statement of Language Level Form signed by their home institution, to confirm they meet this criterion. Alternatively, we also accept any formal certification from the approved range of official qualifications listed at Undergraduate Degrees - English Requirements | Study Here | The University of Aberdeen (abdn.ac.uk). These must have been issued within two years prior to planned commencement at Aberdeen.

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