Units: PH Philosophy

PH100 Introduction To Philosophy (Core Unit)
In PH100 we study some of the central themes of philosophy - the nature of the good life, the nature of knowledge and the nature of being human - by examining each semester a variable range of influential thinkers in the western philosophical tradition from the ancient world to the twentieth century. Students are encouraged to reflect on these fundamental questions and to examine their own beliefs. They increase their cultural literacy by exploring how these great philosophers have influenced western culture. The study of these thinkers exposes students to different styles of thinking, requiring them to develop skills in critically evaluating different arguments.