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.
