Course Code: MPHIL12
Philosophy is a discipline that examines the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. Philosophy provides tools for investigating meaning and fostering understanding of different ways of thinking. Examining questions in philosophy allows people to question their assumptions and better understand their own beliefs. While philosophical questions often examine issues with no definitive answers, logic and reasoned arguments can show which answers have more or less value. In this course we will study such things as: reasoning and argument, the nature of reality, epistemology (how we know what we know), social and political philosophy, and theories of morality, ethics, and aesthetics.
Successful completion of the course will provide you with 4 social studies credits towards graduation and university entrance requirements.