POL 201 - Introduction to Political Philosophy

Institution:

Community College of Allegheny County

Subject:

Political Science

Description:

This course provides an introduction to western political thought through an examination of the major texts and thinkers from the ancient Greeks forward. Students are introduced to the classic and contemporary texts that remain indispensable to understanding the modern politics and society. Philosophical formulations of the state, democracy, liberalism, republicanism, natural law, natural rights, civil and political society and personal identity are explored as integral elements of the Western political tradition.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ccac.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 323-2323

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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