Philosophy courses

...Gödel's Theorem—and discuss their philosophical implications. There is one required textbook: Rucker, Rudy. Infinity and the Mind: The Science and Philosophy of the Infinite...

...the thesis that we know nothing at all. Skepticism is hard to believe. It is common sense that we know a great deal about the external world through science...

...The final third of the course will focus on moral character: what is virtue, and how important is it? Can we be held responsible for what we...

...What does the future of computing look like? How does computing relate to the rest of technology? Can computers continue to get smaller, faster and... Learn about: Project Management, IT Project Management, IT Management...

...We will have a course to suit your needs. Why study French / Spanish / German? Have a go at answering the following questions to test your knowledge...

...And, finally, different attitudes to death are evaluated. Is death an evil? How? Why? Is suicide morally permissible? Is it rational? How should the knowledge... Learn about: Nature of Death, Badness of Death, Dualism vs. Physicalism...

...the documents and arguments of the founding of the United States. Lectures: 2 sessions / week; 1.5 hours / session This course is part of the Concourse program at...

...liberties in order to be just? Which ones? Must a society ensure equality in order to be just? What kind? Can a society ensure both liberty and equality?... Learn about: Political Thought...

...than to make one and break it." These are all examples of moral statements. They are the kinds of claims you try to sort out in an ethics class...

...combination of freedom and directed study. First Half-Session Topics of Modern Thought I (20 credit points) Aspects of Modern Thought (20 credit points)...

...combination of freedom and directed study. First Half-Session Topics of Modern Thought I (20 credit points) Aspects of Modern Thought (20 credit points)...

...looking at the epic poem set at the time of the Trojan War, focussing on the character of Achilles and his relationship with other Greek and Trojan heroes...

...to every aspect of your life! How does personality form? How are memories constructed and stored? How does society and culture impact an individual’s behavior?... Learn about: Social Psychology...

...and sociological theories of taste and art. - Identify problems that arise in distinguishing judgments of taste from other sorts of judgments...

...unique screen prints or a small edition. • Gain a broader understanding of the range of possible techniques related to screen printing • Enhance your existing...

...interest and considerable experience in problem solving. Participation is by invitation only; most students will be selected on the basis of their applications to the seminar... Learn about: Problem Solving...

...we attempt to make these vague questions precise, and we make a start at answering them. Lectures: 2 session / week, 1 hour / session Recitations...

...English, History, Psychology and Sociology. Within each topic a range of themes and concepts will be considered - examples of which are outlined below...

...They have a power that echoes throughout history. They have shaped and transformed the social, political and legal landscape. These trials deserve...

...Starting with an overview of different perspectives on the role of ethics and morality in international relations, the course then explores the ethical...