philosophy learning objectives
ba (philosophy major)
as a result of completing this program, 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 should be able to:
- analyze and interpret arguments
- identify valid and invalid arguments
- justify beliefs with reference to standards of proof
- apply ethical reasoning to contemporary life
- situate culturally-specific beliefs in a philosophical context
- describe major philosophical trends and assess their strengths and weaknesses
- apply historical understanding to key philosophical questions
- evaluate information for its relevance and reliability
honours ba (philosophy major)
as a result of completing this program, 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 should be able to:
- analyze and interpret arguments
- analyze and interpret key texts in the history of philosophy
- identify valid and invalid arguments
- justify beliefs with reference to standards of proof
- evaluate and apply the rules of evidence
- apply deductive reasoning to the analysis of natural language arguments
- demonstrate a critical and sceptical attitude toward knowledge claims
- evaluate contemporary ethical claims with reference to the history of philosophy
- apply ethical reasoning to contemporary life
- apply ethical reasoning in a professional context (e.g., business, health)
- situate culturally-specific beliefs in a philosophical context
- identify theoretical assumptions at work in other disciplines
- discuss significant debates and changing practices within the profession of philosophy
- describe major philosophical trends and assess their strengths and weaknesses
- identify multiple possible explanations for perennial philosophical questions
- apply historical understanding to key philosophical questions
- evaluate information for its relevance and reliability
- plan and conduct research that is accurate, thorough, and broadly based
- communicate research results clearly and effectively (orally and written)