2023-24 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Nov 03, 2024  
2023-24 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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PHI 271 - Philosophy of Human Nature

Discussion of various existential approaches to the problem and meaning of human existence. Focus on existentialist themes such as self-consciousness, freedom, absurdity, responsibility, being and nothingness. Fulfills: GE 7, GEHU; LASR; PRES. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Explain different theories of human nature by studying relevant cross-cultural texts.
  2. Identify an ethical dimension by constructing a sound philosophical argument.
  3. Critique a theory of human nature by an evaluation of a relevant primary source.



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