Program Overview

Introductory Philosophy: Social and Political Issues (PHIL*1010DE)

Course Details

The course code for Introductory Philosophy: Social and Political Issues is PHIL*1010DE, and it was offered in the Summer 2016 term. This course introduces philosophy through an examination of important issues in politics and society, such as punishment, animal rights, discrimination, war and violence, equality, and property. These issues may be introduced through contemporary or historical philosophical writings.

Course Format

This course is offered via distance education.

Departments and Schools

The following departments and schools are associated with this program:

• School of Theatre, English, and Creative Writing
• School of Fine Art and Music
• School of Languages and Literatures
• Department of History
• Department of Philosophy
• Interdisciplinary Programs

Centres, Institutes, and Labs

The following centres, institutes, and labs are associated with the college:

• Centre for Scottish Studies
• Grounded and Engaged Theory Lab (GET)
• Interdisciplinary Design Lab
• The International Institute for Critical Studies in Improvisation
• The Humanities Interdisciplinary Collaboration Lab (THINC)
• The School of Fine Art & Music Print Study Collection