School of Philosophy

Filosofia

Understanding in context, in the heart of Rome

The School of Philosophy promotes contextual mediation between the fields of learning, between different cultures, and between reason and faith. With openness to theology, the School favors the understanding of the metaphysical dimension of truth and of the anthropological and historical, cultural context.

Events 2024-25   Faculty Flyer    Study Plan 2024-25

We offer the foundations for understanding the crucial issues, whether current or perennial, to address the questions posed by scientific discovery and cultural change. The philosophical thought of Saint Thomas Aquinas, read in the light of the encyclical Fides et Ratio, roots our common tradition.

Our teaching style develops capability for critical thought, methodological accuracy, and intellectual responsibility:

  • Systematic and organic formation in the fundamental areas of Philosophy;
  • Direct contact with authors and their great philosophical works;
  • Deepening appreciation for the metaphysical and anthropological dimensions of the classical tradition.

In a context:

  • Of study and collaboration between professors and students: with an individualized tutorial approach and a dedicated teacher to guide each student;
  • With a library among the most complete for the study of Philosophy;
  • Universal, characterized by closeness to the See of Peter;
  • Open to the needs of local Churches, with a diverse community of students coming from the whole world.

Sezione: 

In evidenza

Thursday, March 13, 2025, on the 12th anniversary of Pope Francis' election to the Papal Throne, the Rector of the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross, Fernando Puig, presided over a Holy Mass at 12:45 PM in the Basilica of Saint Apollinare.

This was an occasion to give thanks for the gift of Pope Francis' pontificate for the entire Church, as well as to renew the academic community's prayers for the Holy Father's health and swift recovery, as has been done since the day of his hospitalization at the "Gemelli" Polyclinic.

On this occasion, Rector Fernando Puig has released the following statement:

“On the twelfth anniversary of Pope Francis' election, the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross renews its affectionate closeness to the Holy Father, especially at this time when he is hospitalized at Gemelli Polyclinic.

From March 6th to 8th, 2025 (9:00 AM, Álvaro del Portillo Hall), the School of Philosophy and the Research Group For a Culture of Care: A Response to the Anthropological Crisis organized the 25th International Conference titled Perspectives on Altruism: Empathy, Compassion, Care. The initiative aimed to explore—both theoretically and practically—the theme of altruism as an essential bond between the self and the other, and as a distinctive characteristic of humanity.

Philosophical reflection on altruism was approached from an interdisciplinary perspective, involving fields such as medicine, ecology, communication, pedagogy, theology, and sociology. The conference featured plenary sessions with international guests from various disciplines, along with two roundtables and five parallel sessions with 37 selected communications, chosen through a Call for Abstracts.

The Apostolikì Diakonia of the Greek Orthodox Church, as part of the cultural initiatives promoted jointly with the Catholic Cultural Committee, offers 22 scholarships to Catholic students, clergy, or seminarians, to participate in a summer program in Athens aimed at learning Modern Greek and gaining knowledge of the culture and spirituality of the Greek Orthodox world.

The program will begin on July 7, 2025, and conclude on August 2, 2025. It includes a beginner-level Modern Greek course, specifically designed for the scholarship students, as well as some visits to provide an introduction to the Orthodox world.

The scholarship covers the costs of course registration, organized visits, meals, and accommodation at the Theological College of Apostolikì Diakonia in Athens. It does not cover travel expenses to and from Athens.

For participation information, please contact cccc [at] christianunity.va

From Monday, January 20, to Sunday, February 16, 2025, students from all Schools can complete the online evaluation questionnaire for the First Semester Courses.

This is a valuable opportunity to contribute to improving the quality of teaching and education.

Go to the questionnaire

 

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