W7346
Political Philosophy
This unit engages students in fundamental thinking about society and political constitution. It therefore provides a basis for thinking about such matters as social justice, authority and common goods.
Study Level |
Undergraduate |
|---|---|
Discipline |
Humanities in the Christian Tradition |
Sub Discipline |
Philosophy |
Credit Points |
9 |
Prerequisites |
W7106 Ancient and Early Medieval Philosophy or |
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this unit students should be able to:
- Discuss the significance of the character, culture, geography and history of a people in relation to the ways in which they associate
- Describe in detail classical and modern theories of political constitution
- Reflect on the political process with discernment
- Distinguish different kinds of human goods
- Analyse the political arrangements of a particular country along Aristotelian lines