PHIL 215
Introduction to the Philosophy of Religion
Philosophy
College of Humanities
Course Description
Existence and nature of God, God's foreknowledge and man's free will, faith, immortality, and religious experience and language.
When Taught
Fall, Winter, Summer
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
History
Learning Outcome
Know central problems in philosophy of religion, and traditional responses to those problems; know central figures and texts in philosophy of religion.
Title
Figures and Topics
Learning Outcome
Know and evaluate major arguments for God's existence, and learn how to examine the role of reason and evidence in religious belief.
Title
Critical Reading and Writing
Learning Outcome
Practice philosophical analysis and argument orally and in writing; write a cogent and well-researched essay on the philosophy of religion.
