School of Philosophy

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 2025-2026   Faculty Flyer    Study Plan 2025-26

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

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 (11:40 AM, Giovanni Paolo II Aula Magna), as a welcoming moment and now established tradition, the Welcome Day for new students was held.

The event began with introductory greetings from Prof. Sergio Destito, followed by a training session led by Prof. Sergio Tapia. In addition, several services for students were presented, including the Academic Office and the Library.

Concluding remarks were delivered by the Academic Vice‑Rector, Prof. Cristina Reyes.

At 12:45 PM, the celebration of Holy Mass was scheduled.

Giornata di Benvenuto ai nuovi studenti

Martedì 14 ottobre 2025 (ore 15.00, aula À. del Portillo) si terrà il Seminario di Facoltà con l'intervento di prof. John Haldane, University of St. Andrews, Scozia, su Philosophy's via media: Quietism and Activism.

 

The Italian Course for new students enrolled in the four Schools of our University began on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. A total of 115 students from various countries are taking part.

The one-month course is organized by the Department of Languages, in collaboration with the Dante Alighieri Society, which once again renews its commitment to promoting the learning of the Italian language from the very beginning of the university journey.

Inizio corsi lezioni di italiano

Educational Offer       (Provisional) Academic Guide       Enrollments

The digital version of the 2025/2026 Academic Guide is now available.

Enrollment will open starting in September 2025. Classes are scheduled to begin on October 8, 2025.

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