Catalog 2024-2025

PHL 302 Modern Philosophy: Metaphysics and Epistemology from Descartes to Kant

This course explores what is called “Modern Philosophy”--that is, the highly influential philosophies of early modern rationalists (such as René Descartes) and empiricists (such as David Hume) as well as the extraordinary synthesis provided by Immanuel Kant.  We focus on early modern philosophers' theories and ideas about metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of mind, religion, science, and related issues.  This course provides a foundation for both understanding and critiquing the modern world.

Baccalaureate Experience

(HFA)

Credits

4

Prerequisite

One previous PHL course.

Offered

fall and spring semesters