Goucher College 2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalogue 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
Goucher College 2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalogue PLEASE NOTE: This is an archived catalog. Programs are subject to change each academic year.

PHL 231 - Political Philosophy (3 Cr.)

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An introduction to political philosophy with particular attention paid to the modern period during which time the fundamental concepts of Western politics were developed. The course includes a survey of classical writings on politics as well as a selection of more recent texts that focus on concrete issues such as citizenship, the “social contract”, sovereignty, the meaning of political, civil, and human rights. Prerequisite: either sophomore standing, one course in philosophy, or permission of the instructor. Spring semester. Offered 2015-16 and alternate years. DeCaroli.