PHI 215 - African Philosophy

Institution:

Wesleyan College

Subject:

Description:

Goal To introduce students to the many varieties of and different methodological approaches to African philosophy. Content Writings by Africans, Europeans, and others that develop, describe, or critique African philosophical systems, including ethnophilosophy, sagacity philosophy, professional philosophy, and liberation theories. Issues raised by the encounters between African and European modes of thought, especially as shaped by the history of European colonialism in Africa, will be important considerations. Taught Alternate years. Gen. Ed. Category Critical thinking; cross-cultural. Credit 3 hours.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.wesleyancollege.edu

Phone Number:

(478) 477-1110

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.