Philosophy - Heythrop College

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Why study Philosophy at Heythrop?Philosophy is about love ... the love of wisdom, and in studying philosophy we are seeking to become wise. It is also a gripping subject, with links to interesting and important areas outside philosophy. For example, computing: does a computer think? Will computers ever be able to think? What is the relationship between the mind and the brain? Or religion: can we talk meaningfully about God and does God exist? Is there life after death? Or morals: what do we mean by morally 'right' and 'wrong'? Is it just a matter of opinion? And if so, how are we to react to the events of 9/11 or the war in Iraq?Philosophy is more than an interesting subject. It is also very useful from a career point of view. For the philosophy student is not simply fed information. He or she is given tools for thinking. ...

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