Critical Thinking is a multidisciplinary subject dealing with the analysis and formulation of arguments. Put simply, it provides you with a methodological approach to ask "why should I believe you" or "why should you believe me?". It helps with the detection of weak arguments, fake news and mind manipulation through rhetorical devices and propaganda, thereby protecting you from false beliefs. Critical Thinking questions the truth of claims and assesses the evidence leaving no subject to be scrutinised. From politics, news and religion, critical thinking offers you a set of tools to question whatever claims are made to capture your attention and belief.
This course is of great utility to anyone who needs to write essays or professional articles and reports, focusing on the delivery of clear language and concise arguments.
The course runs over one term. (8-10 lectures)