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Coursera — Ancient Philosophy: Aristotle and His Successors (UPenn)

Run by University of Pennsylvania

OnlineOnline (global)Approximately 10 hours per week for about two weeks; self-paced.OpenLow effort

About this opportunity

<p>Ancient Philosophy: Aristotle and His Successors is a self-paced online course on Coursera from the University of Pennsylvania, taught by Professor Susan Sauvé Meyer. It introduces learners to Aristotle's philosophical system and the Hellenistic schools that followed him.</p><ul><li>No prerequisites; designed as a beginner-level introduction.</li><li>Topics cover Aristotle's metaphysics, natural philosophy and ethics (substance, form and matter, the soul, human happiness), followed by Epicureanism and Stoicism.</li><li>Includes video lectures, readings, discussion prompts, quizzes and peer-reviewed assignments.</li><li>Free to enrol; full access and a verified certificate require Coursera Plus, payment for the certificate, or Coursera Financial Aid.</li></ul><p>Enrol directly through Coursera using a free account; the course is open on a continuous rolling basis.</p>

Who can apply

No prerequisites; introductory beginner-level course.

How to apply

Enrol through Coursera with a free Coursera account; full access and verified certificate require Coursera Plus, a paid certificate or approved financial aid.

What you get

Certificate

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Who runs this?+

Run by University of Pennsylvania.

Who can apply?+

No prerequisites; introductory beginner-level course.

How do I apply?+

Enrol through Coursera with a free Coursera account; full access and verified certificate require Coursera Plus, a paid certificate or approved financial aid.

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Last verified 21 April 2026·Updated 14 April 2026