Course Details
Country:
Japan
Institution:
Akita International University
Course Title:
Western Philosophy : An Introduction to Philosophy through Science-Fiction
Course Number:
PHI 150
Course Description:
This course provides an introduction to Western philosophy from a novel perspective, looking at philosophical problems in light of current challenges, such as the possibility and threat of artificial intelligence, and virtual reality simulations. It has often been remarked that philosophy and science fiction both aim to reveal what is most fundamental in reality. Both science fiction and philosophy investigate the limits of what is possible, thereby providing us with alternative perspectives of the world we live in and our place in it. In this course, we will use examples from science fiction to explore and discuss fundamental philosophical ideas.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
PHIL 100
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