Philosophy of History
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Overview
Subject area
PHILO
Catalog Number
37300
Course Title
Philosophy of History
Department(s)
Description
This course is designed to introduce students to what philosophers have had to say about history—both in terms of its meaning, if any, and of how to explain and narrate historical events. We will survey the major theories about the philosophy of history, the problems with the concept of historical explanation and interpretation, as well as a variety of major philosophers’ attempts to solve these problems. We will also consider how history relates to cognate disciplines in the sciences, social sciences, and humanities.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
033217