PHIL / Philosophy

PHIL 230 Philosophical Thinking 3 Credits
Philosophical Thinking introduces major philosophical thoughts/theories as a way of relating our past thinking to our contemporary lives and to find the necessary relations between different aspects of life. Students will be taught to recognize, reflect systematically and analytically on some of the deepest and most enduring beliefs, perceptions and problems. The value as well as the limitations of philosophy will be discussed.

PHIL 240 Critical Thinking 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Philosophical Thinking
Critical Thinking provides a foundation in philosophical debate and reflection through the study of the theory and practice of argumentation. Students will develop skills of careful reading, writing and the construction of good arguments that will also be valuable in other academic contexts and everyday life. Students will be taught to identify, evaluate, and construct logical arguments. This will enable them to distinguish the function of language and its ability to influence meaning, to identify informal fallacies in daily discourse and ways of thinking.

PHIL 241 Ethics 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Philosophical Thinking
Ethics will teach students to recognise and evaluate the principal ethical theories, and to understand how they relate to practical issues. The course aims help identify philosophical problems and gain clarity concerning everyday moral issues. Students will understand the significance and complexity of decision on common moral issues and will develop an appreciation for the use of carefully constructed philosophical argumentation when dealing with controversial moral issues.