PH 213 - Existentialism

Institution:

Wagner College

Subject:

Description:

One unit. This course examines the important texts and central ideas of the major existentialist thinkers, Heidegger and Sartre, as well as those of important precursors such as Kierkegaard and Nietzche. Topics include the analysis of human reality ("the self ", intentionality, consciousness, etc.), the relation of the individual to society, thebasis of moral belief and decision, freedom, authenticity, self-deception, anxiety, and the signifi cance of death. Offered as required.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wagner.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 390-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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