Department: Philosophy

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PHIL2301Introduction to PhilosophyAn introduction to basic philosophic concerns such as metaphysics, logic, epistemology, ethics, and aesthetics, including a survey of major philosophic problems and the answers proposed by various major philosophers. A biblical and theological framew...
PHIL2302Introduction to LogicA study of the principles of correct thinking. This course examines the laws of logic, inductive and deductive reasoning, and shows the relevance of sound argumentation to philosophic, scientific, academic, and personal enterprises. The nature of for...
PHIL2303Introduction to WorldviewsAn introduction to the nature, definition, and importance of worldviews in general and to basic worldview systems in particular (e.g., theism, deism, naturalism, pantheism). This course will highlight the importance of thinking 'worldviewishly' by gi...
PHIL3290Independent Study in PhilosophyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
PHIL3301History of Philosophy I: Classical and MedievalA survey and critique of the major Western philosophers and their ideas in the Ancient, Christian, and Medieval Periods (i.e., from the pre-Socratic philosophers to Thomas Aquinas).
PHIL3302History of Philosophy Ii: Modern and PostmodernA continuation of PHIL 3301 consisting of a survey and critique of the major Western philosophers and their ideas in the Modern and Contemporary or Postmodern Periods (from the Renaissance to the present).
PHIL3303Philosophy of ReligionA critical examination of the nature and validity of religious experience and the place of religion in human life.
PHIL3303HRHonors Philosophy of ReligionA critical examination of the nature and validity of religious experience and the place of religion in human life. For Honors Program.
PHIL3304The Christian WorldviewA description of the concept of worldview in general and the content of the Christian world view in particular, focusing on the Biblical themes of creation, fall, redemption, and their implications in the totality of life including spiritual experien...
PHIL3370The Philosophy of Science and TechnologyAn investigation of the characteristic issues which arise when serious attempts are made to integrate twentieth century science and the Christian worldview in a constructive manner. The study will focus on how theological/scientific concerns have int...
PHIL3390Independent Study in PhilosophyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
PHIL3391The Thought of CS LewisThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
PHIL3395Post-Modern PhilosophyPost modern philosophy.
PHIL4190Independent Study in PhilosophyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
PHIL4301MetaphysicsA study of issues which arise from an attempt to understand reality and its manifestations, both infinite and finite. Topics include God and Trinitarianism, substance and accidents, space and time, possibility and necessity, causality, mind and body,...
PHIL4302EpistemologyA study of the nature, source, types, justification, and limits of human knowledge with a focus on the Contemporary Period. The role and importance of the concept of biblical revelation will be included.
PHIL4303EthicsA survey of the development of ethical thought, both ancient and modern. Various ethical systems and their proponents, including alternative Christian perspectives, will be covered along with a discussion of contemporary ethical problems such as abor...
PHIL4304AestheticsAn examination of the principles involved in the production, interpretation, and criticism of works of art, as well as basic principles of Christian aesthetic theory. Illustrative material from various artistic disciplines will be utilized.
PHIL4305Philosophy Research and WritingThis course serves as the capstone course for philosophy majors. It provides opportunity for students to develop research and writing skills in philosophy for academic and ministry settings. Emphasis is given to the development of clear and concise w...
PHIL4306Studies/Christian SpiritualityNo Description Set
PHIL4307Studies/Christian ScholarshipNo Description Set
PHIL4352History of East Asian Philosophy and ReligionThis course will explore the history of East Asian philosophy, religious beliefs, and practices from the area's prehistory to the present.
PHIL4360Special Topics in PhilosophyThe course examines and critically evaluates specified areas of interest related to philosophy. Students will engage current issues through the exploration of designated topics that might be time-sensitive to the life and ministry of the student. Thi...
PHIL4374Christian ApologeticsA survey of representative approaches to Christian Apologetics from the Greek fathers to the present. These will be analyzed in the light of biblical revelation, and a comprehensive Christian apologetic will be attempted.
PHIL4390Independent Study in PhilosophyIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
PHIL4391Studies in Christian SpiritualityThis course is part of the core curriculum of the Pew College Society program at Dallas Baptist Uni- versity. The goal of this program is to challenge and prepare intellectually gifted undergraduates for Ph. D. prgrams for the purpose of pursuing a...
PHIL4393Independent StudyNo Description Set
PHIL4394Read/Philosophy, Religion, & British LitNo Description Set
PHIL4395Special Topics in PhilosophyThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
PHIL4490Christianity, the Family,& Political CulNo Description Set
PHIL5390Independent Study in Phil.Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
PHILTRLLHRLL Honors EnrichmentA generic course used for the External Transcript Equivalency Process. If the course does not have an equivalency but will meet the subject area, the TRLL is used along with the appropriate departmemt to state the course is accepted within the subjec...