Philosophy program diving into profound questions about knowledge, morality, beauty, religion, power, and the essence of philosophical inquiry.
Program Description
Students enrolled in the philosophy program will:
- Develop the ability to analyze complex arguments, identify fallacies and evaluate evidence in order to make sound judgments and reach well-reasoned conclusions.
- Learn to apply ethical theories and principles to real-world problems and to think critically about moral issues related to social justice, political power and personal responsibility.
- Learn to write clearly, concisely and persuasively and to communicate complex ideas to a variety of audiences using a range of media.
- Gain a broad understanding of the history of philosophy and its role in shaping cultural and intellectual traditions around the world, as well as its relevance to contemporary issues and challenges.
- Develop a deeper understanding of their own values, beliefs and assumptions and learn to critically reflect on their own experiences and perspectives in order to become more self-aware, empathetic and engaged members of their communities.
High school diploma or equivalent, English proficiency test (IELTS/TOEFL), personal essay, two recommendation letters
Core Curriculum (40 credits)
Required Courses (9 credits)
PHIL 221/2010 – Truth, Lies, and Logical Reasoning (3 cr.)
PHIL 000/3101 – Classical Philosophy (3 cr.)
PHIL 314/3102 – Modern Philosophy (3 cr.)
Area Electives (9 credits)
Two of the following:
PHIL 226/2112 – Philosophy of Religion (3 cr.)
PHIL 230/2113 – Introduction to Ethics (3 cr.)
PHIL 258/2117 – Political Philosophy (3 cr.)
PHIL 310/3010 – Philosophy and Art (3 cr.)
PHIL 000/3104 – Metaphysics and Epistemology (3 cr.)
PHIL 382/3017 – Philosophy of Science and Technology (3 cr.)
PHIL 360/5117 – Philosophy of Language (3 cr.)
PHIL 000/5121 – Philosophical Logic (3 cr.)
One of the following:
PHIL 500/5101 – Advanced Seminar in Classical Philosophy (3 cr.)
PHIL 501/5122 – Advanced Seminar in Islamic Philosophy (3 cr.)
PHIL 504/5123 – Kant and Idealism (3 cr.)
PHIL 505/5124 – Advanced Seminar in Phenomenology (3 cr.)
Electives in Philosophy (18 credits)
Any six courses in philosophy excluding 1000-level courses, PHIL 220/2100 – Philosophical Thinking (3 cr.) (core curriculum requirement) and PHIL 299/2099 – Selected Topics for Core Curriculum (3 cr.) .
General Electives (44 credits)
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The American University in Cairo