Young Thinkers Summer School (In-Person)

Embark on an intellectual exploration at the Young Thinkers Summer School – a fascinating journey in which thought experiments, debates, and philosophical discussions serve as the catalysts for sharpening analytical skills, introducing novel ideas, and instilling the confidence needed to compose and articulate compelling arguments.

At the heart of the programme are a selection of timeless questions, from the moral quandaries embedded in everyday life to classic philosophical puzzles concerning the nature of truth and reality. 

There are no right answers – only the ability to ask the right questions and the requirement to think logically and give reasons to back up your arguments. Informal group discussions allow students to get to grips with some challenging ideas in a relaxed environment, while larger debates offer an opportunity for detailed feedback.

Lively seminar debates tackle moral quandries like “Is it wrong to steal if you are poor and hungry?” or “Can it ever be right to sacrifice one life to save many others?”. Thought experiments offer a window into existential puzzles like “How do we know that life isn’t a simulation, and would it even matter if it was?” and “What makes me the same person that I was yesterday, or a year ago?”

Our tutors – graduates in philosophy and related disciplines from top universities – are friendly, approachable, and experienced working with this age group. Working with small groups, they will help students navigate through these fascinating and complex debates, and will explain the issues at the right pace for them.

A philosophical adventure that not only challenges the mind but also positions students as confident, articulate, and analytical thinkers—essential skills for the challenges that lie ahead.

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Embark on an intellectual exploration at the Young Thinkers Summer School – a fascinating journey in which thought experiments, debates, and philosophical discussions serve as the catalysts for sharpening analytical skills, introducing novel ideas, and instilling the confidence needed to compose and articulate compelling arguments.

At the heart of the programme are a selection of timeless questions, from the moral quandaries embedded in everyday life to classic philosophical puzzles concerning the nature of truth and reality. 

There are no right answers – only the ability to ask the right questions and the requirement to think logically and give reasons to back up your arguments. Informal group discussions allow students to get to grips with some challenging ideas in a relaxed environment, while larger debates offer an opportunity for detailed feedback.

Lively seminar debates tackle moral quandries like “Is it wrong to steal if you are poor and hungry?” or “Can it ever be right to sacrifice one life to save many others?”. Thought experiments offer a window into existential puzzles like “How do we know that life isn’t a simulation, and would it even matter if it was?” and “What makes me the same person that I was yesterday, or a year ago?”

Our tutors – graduates in philosophy and related disciplines from top universities – are friendly, approachable, and experienced working with this age group. Working with small groups, they will help students navigate through these fascinating and complex debates, and will explain the issues at the right pace for them.

A philosophical adventure that not only challenges the mind but also positions students as confident, articulate, and analytical thinkers—essential skills for the challenges that lie ahead.