Honors Philosophy

Honors Philosophy is a historical and systematic study of the history of ideas. Areas of focus will include an Introduction to the Nature of Philosophy, the Question of Reality, including Metaphysics and sub-categories of Form, Mind & Matter, and Materialism. Students also explore Epistemology, including Skepticism, Rationalism, and Empiricism. The Question of God is explored, looking at arguments for the existence of God, science and faith, and the problem of evil. Finally, students study Moral Theories and the implication they have specific to Political philosophy and the Question of Society. The course is also designed to sharpen the students’ logic and critical thinking skills through class discussion and examination of primary sources.

Prerequisite

None

Special Purchases

Homework Estimate

2-3 hours per week

Major Concepts Covered

This course covers Western philosophy and the development of thought concerning metaphysics, epistemology, theology, and ethics.

Insider Information

It is a class for thinkers. Students who enjoy spending their time thinking about abstract concepts and are okay with the uncomfortable feeling one gets when they do not know everything about a topic will find the course highly beneficial. Philosophy is a subject that underlies all other subjects. In some ways, it is a class which unites the other disciplines that form a student’s educational experience.

This course is available for dual enrollment through the College at Southeastern.