PHIL 462 - Philosophy of Culture

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Northern Illinois University

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Various philosophical theories of culture and the areas of cultural life such as myth, religion, language, art, history, and sciences. Consideration of the works of such philosophers as Collingwood, Cassirer, Dewey, Whitehead, and Ortega y Gasset. Emphasis on the relevance of an analysis of culture for philosophical understanding. Designed to be of interest to advanced students in the humanities. Prerequisites & Notes PRQ: 6 semester hours of philosophy at the 300 level or consent of department. Credits: 3

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.niu.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 892-3050

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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