PHIL 203 - Survey of Existentialism

Credits: 3

Description
A survey of the various influences and responses which led to existential thought. Readings from Kierkegaard, Sartre, Nietzsche and Buber will be emphasized.

Student Learning Outcomes

A familiarity with key figures in Existentialist thought such as, Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Dostoevsky, Heidegger, Sartre, Camus, Jaspers, deBeauvoir, etc.
An appreciation of the place Existentialism within the history of philosophy.
An understanding of common themes within Existentialism which might include: freedom, responsibility, human emotions, intentionality, the absurd, etc.
a recognition of the methodology and tools common to philosophical investigation.
Critical analysis and evaluation of philosophic argumentation.

Prerequisite: None