This course focuses on present-day and particularly continental philosophical approaches to technology and science. The course consists of 12 sessions (±150mins), with sessions centering around authors (e.g. Heidegger, Simondon, Stiegler), and other sessions being more thematic (e.g. Synthetic Cell, AI, Anthropocene). Confirmed lecturers are:

The retreat offers a unique opportunity to break away from the distractions of university life and immerse yourself in focused, productive writing time, all while enjoying the calming surroundings of nature and the support of fellow PhD students. You’ll have uninterrupted time to focus on your writing while being guided by an experienced writing coach, dr. Udo Pesch, who will help you develop strategies to move past common challenges and will also be available for one-on-one sessions. While the daytime hours are dedicated to intensive writing, the evenings will feature fun and relaxing activities designed to help you recharge and enjoy the company of other colleagues.

The aim is to get a firm understanding of the operational principles, design, and use of AI systems. To become able to understand, articulate, and offer contributions to the philosophy and ethics of contemporary AI.