Topics in Social and Political Philosophy. ((3 Credits))

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Prerequisite(s): ( PHIL 1000 or PHIL 1000H or PHIL 2050 or PHIL 2050H or PHIL 2050G or PHIL 2110 or PHIL 2150 or instructor approval) and University Advanced Standing Provides an opportunity for students to conduct an in-depth study of specific topics, thinkers, or traditions in social and political philosophy. Analyzes the contribution of these thinkers and traditions to the history of social and political thought, combining knowledge of historical context with an appreciation for their systematic character. Covers topics such as: anticolonial philosophy, intersectional and feminist political theory, fascism and its philosophical opponents, the nature and function of the state, and the philosophy of the Black Marxist tradition. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits toward graduation.