PHIL 416
Philosophy of Law
Philosophy
College of Humanities
Course Description
The relation between natural and enacted law; theories of punishment; utilitarian and nonutilitarian theories of law; liberty.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Recommended
Phil 201, 202
Title
Application
Learning Outcome
Be able to explain the practice and value of philosophy of law.
Title
Critical Reading and Writing
Learning Outcome
Practice philosophical analysis and argumentation orally and in writing; write a cogent and well-referenced research paper on the philosophy of law.
Title
Figures and Topics
Learning Outcome
Know major concepts, theories, figures, and texts in the philosophy of law.
