Philosophy

PHIL3321-29Selected Topics in Ancient Greek Philosophy

This course offers an in depth examination of a major Platonic dialogue or treatise of Aristotle. The course will offer a close reading of that dialogue or treatise, taking into account the historical, literary and wider philosophical context of that author's work, while offering a critical philosophical analysis and evaluation of the core problems raised in that text. Topics and texts will alternate between Plato and Aristotle each time offered. Title of topic will appear on transcript. Open to 2nd year students and above.