Philosophy: Key Thinkers

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
PHIL 1002
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Course ID
201013
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Course overview

The central ideas of some of the most important philosophers from the ancient world to the twentieth century, discovered through their own writings.

Course learning outcomes

  • Understand and describe the main controversies around rational choice theory and evidence-based policy
  • Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical approaches to public policy from philosophy, politics, and economics, through oral and written argument
  • Identify relevant contemporary policy challenges and demonstrate the ability to apply public policy theory to a specific policy proposal
  • Explain and evaluate selected proposed foundations for successful policy development, through extended written argument

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