PHIL 0010 - Concepts Of Human Nature

Institution:

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

Subject:

Philosophy

Description:

In this course, we will consider some of the most fundamental questions in philosophy in relation the idea of human nature. Questions to be discussed include: Are human beings naturally good or evil? Do we possess freedom of the will? What is the nature of the self? And what distinguishes human beings from mere animals? Readings will be drawn from both classic philosophical sources, such as Plato, Hobbes, Rousseau, and more contemporary philosophical and scientific work on these issues.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pitt.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 624-4141

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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