Public Lecture Series

Public Lecture Series

On Monday 20 October 2014, the Very Revd Dr Doru Costache, Senior Lecturer in Patristic Studies, gave the second presentation for the 'Towards a New Apologetic' public lecture series held at the Greek Orthodox Parish of the Resurrection of Christ, Kogarah. The presentation was entitled 'The Main Formulations of the Anthropic Principle.'

 

Introducing the Master of Greek Philosophy

Greek philosophy remains foundational to the history of ideas in the Western and Eastern traditions. It has shaped disciplines as diverse as theology, ethics, politics, science, and metaphysics. In particular, the writings of Plato, Aristotle, and the later Hellenistic and Byzantine philosophers have exercised enduring influence on Christian theology, especially in the Patristic and medieval Byzantine periods.

The Master of Greek Philosophy offers an intensive program engaging the seminal figures, texts, and ideas of the ancient Greek and Byzantine philosophical traditions, the award further cultivates high-level critical and analytical abilities and fosters independent scholarly inquiry.

The Master of Greek Philosophy cultivates advanced capacity for critical engagement with the key figures, texts, and ideas of the ancient and Byzantine Greek philosophical tradition, preparing graduates to integrate these insights in further scholarly research, higher education, ministry, or other cultural and professional spheres.