Philosophy college courses

...Virtue Theory • Ethical Language Philosophy of Mind • The mind and body problem • Dualism The following course, offered by Newcastle-under-Lyme College...

...you for a specific career, gives you highly valuable thinking skills that can be used in a variety of different situations and occupations. Philosophy... Learn about: Philosophy of religion, Study Philosophy, Classical civilisation...

...These are the kinds of questions that are considered in the study of Philosophy at both AS and A2 level, and you will come into contact with a range...

...What is a person? How can we be sure that we are the same person through time? Why should I be moral? Is it because morality is a social contract...

...on some of the great questions of human life, from the ancient past to the present day: who are we and what is the point of life? Can we be certain...

...During the AS course we cover the nature of perception and our knowledge of reality: can we know how things really are from the way they appear to...

...predominantly discussion and the presentation of arguments. You should enjoy reading and exchanging ideas in discussion. The ability to argue a...

...There is a unique classroom atmosphere in Philosophy classes at Cardinal Newman. Discussions are vigorous and purposeful and individual views are respected...

...Can I be sure of anything? Is it possible that I am the only thing that exists? Where does the idea of God come from? Am I really free to make choices...

...Are we born knowing anything? Or: What do we mean when we say something is morally wrong? How can we work out what to do in a moral dilemma?...

...Over the two years you will study four modules. All of these modules are assessed in traditional exams. Why choose this course? If you study this course...

...you mature in your thought and relations with people. Doing Philosophy is not easy but as with doing anything difficult you will develop new skills which...

...and aims of Philosophy through the study of traditional philosophical problems. Please note that you must enjoy reading and writing as well as being prepared...

...of the world around us. It will look at spiritual, moral, ethical and social issues as well as the relationship between our minds and bodies...

...Over the two years you will study four modules. All of these modules are assessed in traditional exams. Why choose this course? If you study this course...

...emphasises the development of philosophical skills, especially argumentation. So as a student of philosophy you will embark on a journey of thinking...

...and apply them to everyday life. A worthwhile skill to cultivate. What will I be learning? Philosophy is about using rational argument and logical thinking...

...philosophical text Plato or Descartes. Assessment By examination. Useful supporting courses Links very well with most other subjects including the sciences and maths...

...· What can I be certain about? · What makes something good? · Am I the same person I was ten years ago? At AS Level you will study four units...

...2 Year Start date: September 2010 Qualification: A Level Awarded By: AQA Introduction to course Do you question things that other people take for granted?...