Foundations for success
Big ideas for curious minds
2024
UK
Step into the world of intrigue and deduction, where philosophical inquiries meet the timeless quest for understanding. Inspired by the iconic Sherlock Holmes, we invite you to “Smoking Gun,” an event dedicated to unravelling the classical arguments for the existence of God.
In the words of Sherlock Holmes himself, “Elementary, dear Watson,” as we embark on a journey akin to solving the most profound mysteries of existence
9:30 – 10:45
10:45 – 11:00
11:00 – 11:20
11:20 – 12:05
12:05 – 12:20
12:20 – 13:00
13:00 – 13:45
13:45 – 14:00
14:00 – 14:45
Witness the clash of ideas as we bring together diverse perspectives to debate the
existence of God. Engage in lively discourse with atheists, theists, sceptics, and
believers alike. Explore the complexities of faith, reason, and the nature of ultimate
reality in a spirited exchange of intellect and insight
A Farmington Scholar at Harris Manchester College, Oxford, Julie Arliss is currently based at the Theology and Religion Faculty, University of Oxford. Julie is a well-known, experienced teacher and author. She is a former senior member of the Cambridge International Examinations team, for philosophy and theology papers. She works closely with schools and in recent years has reached over 30,000 students, across the UK and Australasia. She has an international reputation for inspiring academic excellence and encouraging students to push the boundaries of knowledge. She is the founder of Academy Conferences.
Timings may vary slightly. All bookings are made by the school and not by individual participants.
Please complete the booking form below and select the venue of your choice. You will be given the choice to pay online or to receive an invoice. Tickets are not issued.
Staff and students – please bring your own refreshments for the day.
The events cost £37.50 per student and there is a free staff place for each group of 12 students. All bookings will attract this fixed fee
If you are a teacher attending for professional development purposes without accompanying students, you are welcome to register here.