Introduction to Philosophy
Durham
Liberal Arts::Philosophy
Credits: 4.0
Class Size: 120
Term:
Fall 2025
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Full Term (08/25/2025
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12/08/2025)
CRN:
16168
Grade Mode:
Letter Grading
This course gives a basic grounding in Philosophy. We explore enduring questions that we have all grappled with: Does God exist? Do we have free will? How can we lead fulfilling lives? No background in philosophy is needed, only an open and inquiring mind.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Equivalent(s):
PHIL 401H,
PHIL 401W
Instructors:
Matthew Dowd
Times & Locations
Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
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8/25/2025 | 12/8/2025 | MWF | 1:10pm - 2:00pm | HS 210 |
Additional Course Details:

Booklist
Book | Details |
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PERPETUAL PEACE+OTHER ESSAYS
83
by KANT
Required
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DISCOURSE ON INEQUALITY
84
by ROUSSEAU
Required
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