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Sep 16, 2024
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PHI 272 - Utopias An investigation of the concept of ideal societies. The course will investigate the literary expressions of utopian sentiment, historical attempts at founding utopian communities and the philosophical implications of utopian thought. Prerequisite: Three hours of philosophy or consent of instructor. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Summarize the main theories and concepts of utopia thought, from the modern period to the present.
- Identify the significant ethical, political, and epistemological dimensions of utopian thinking as a critique of existing societies.
- Apply these concepts and theories to areas of contemporary concern by the construction of a reasoned philosophical argument.
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