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PHIL 1001 - Introduction to Philosophy* (5 credits)

5 credits

Philosophy is a way to explore and process complex issues in life through different perspectives. In this course, students have the opportunity to think about their values, their knowledge and belief systems, their lives, and their place in the world. Students learn about concepts of logic, ethics, metaphysics, reality and truth, and political philosophy. They explore the history of philosophy in the context of important contemporary issues and positions. Through this exploration, combined with self-reflection, students learn to ground their personal philosophies in traditions of philosophical reasoning.

Prerequisites

  • ENGL 1001 or ENGL 1010
*Students may take this as a non-degree course, which means they do not have to be enrolled in a program. Contact an enrollment specialist [1-866-492-5336 (U.S.);1-443-627-7222 (toll)] for more information or visit School of Lifelong Learning for more information.

PHIL 1001S - Introduction to Philosophy* (5 credits)

5 credits

Philosophy is a way to explore and process complex issues in life through different perspectives. In this course, students have the opportunity to think about their values, their knowledge and belief systems, their lives, and their place in the world. Students learn about concepts of logic, ethics, metaphysics, reality and truth, and political philosophy. They explore the history of philosophy in the context of important contemporary issues and positions. Through this exploration, combined with self-reflection, students learn to ground their personal philosophies in traditions of philosophical reasoning.

Prerequisites

  • ENGL 1010
*Students may take this as a non-degree course, which means they do not have to be enrolled in a program. Contact an enrollment specialist [1-866-492-5336 (U.S.);1-443-627-7222 (toll)] for more information or visit School of Lifelong Learning for more information.

PHIL 2001 - Ethics* (5 credits)

5 credits

Students are introduced to the nature and foundations of moral judgments and applications to contemporary moral issues in this course. Students explore an overview of ethical constraints from the prevailing philosophical and religious perspectives. Using a range of moral theories, students assess their beliefs, values, and perspectives on various ethical scenarios. Through this course, students gain the knowledge needed to formulate solutions to problems of professional and private life against the backdrop of ethical theory.

Prerequisites

  • ENGL 1001 or ENGL 1010
*Students may take this as a non-degree course, which means they do not have to be enrolled in a program. Contact an enrollment specialist [1-866-492-5336 (U.S.);1-443-627-7222 (toll)] for more information or visit School of Lifelong Learning for more information.

PHIL 2001C - Ethics* (5 credits)

5 credits

Students are introduced to the nature and foundations of moral judgments and applications to contemporary moral issues in this course. Students explore an overview of ethical constraints from the prevailing philosophical and religious perspectives. Using a range of moral theories, students assess their beliefs, values, and perspectives on various ethical scenarios. Through this course, students gain the knowledge needed to formulate solutions to problems of professional and private life against the backdrop of ethical theory.

Prerequisites

  • ENGL 1010
*Students may take this as a non-degree course, which means they do not have to be enrolled in a program. Contact an enrollment specialist [1-866-492-5336 (U.S.);1-443-627-7222 (toll)] for more information or visit School of Lifelong Learning for more information.

PHIL 3010 - Science and Spirituality* (5 credits)

5 credits

Students in this course investigate the human experience as understood through science, spiritual traditions, and contemporary thinking. They analyze the roles of evolutionary psychology, social psychology, science, and spirituality as they relate to human beliefs and experiences, such as happiness and love. Through a range of conceptual and applied assignments, students gain an understanding of historical and religious traditions and scientific theories as well as the theories and arguments of leading scientific and religious thinkers. Students also learn to determine the separateness or duality of science and spirituality.

*Students may take this as a non-degree course, which means they do not have to be enrolled in a program. Contact an enrollment specialist [1-866-492-5336 (U.S.);1-443-627-7222 (toll)] for more information or visit School of Lifelong Learning for more information.