PHIL 215 - Introduction to Philosophy of Religion

Credits: 3

Description
An introductory philosophical examination of some claims and problems within the Western tradition including, but not limited to, the nature of God, arguments for the existence of God, the problem of evil, divine foreknowledge and human freedom, arguments for/against personal immortality, and faith/reason as alternative avenues to belief.

Student Learning Outcomes

Evaluate reasoning and arguments.
Differentiate philosophy from other disciplines such as science, religion, or the arts.
Analyze issues in philosophy of religion in an objective, dispassionate way, including one’s own religious convictions.
Compose well-constructed philosophical writing such as papers, essays, reading responses, summaries, etc.
Demonstrate critical reading skills.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None

Graded: Letter Grade