PHIL 3306 - Power and Political Philosophy

Credits: 3 Class: 3 Lab: 0
Prerequisite(s): ENG 1302.
Examination of key texts and figures in the history of political philosophy with emphasis on the concept of power. The content of the course includes material ranging from Ancient Philosophy (Plato and Aristotle), Modern Philosophy (Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, etc.), and key figures from the 19th century (Kant, Hegel, Marx, etc.) and 20th century (Foucault, Frankfurt School, Rawls, etc.). The course analyses issues such as the role of power in forms of government, socio-economic relations, educational systems, culture, media, and language.