PHIL 416

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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

Min

3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Recommended

Phil 201, 202

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Application

Learning Outcome

Be able to explain the practice and value of philosophy of law.

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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.

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Figures and Topics

Learning Outcome

Know major concepts, theories, figures, and texts in the philosophy of law.