Topics in Plato and Aristotle
Seminar
Main Campus
Course Description
The idea that humans have a special function (ergon) plays an important role in Plato's ethics and a fundamental role in Aristotle's ethics. In this seminar, we'll examine the content and role of the idea of function in both philosophers. Readings will include parts of Plato's Republic and Aristotle's Eudemian Ethics, Magna Moralia, Nicomachean Ethics, and Protrepticus. May be repeated for credit. 2 unit option only open to Philosophy PhD students beyond the second year.
PHIL 317
Units: 2–4
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Typically Offered
Not Available
Grading Basis
Letter or Credit/No Credit
Class Level
Graduate
Instructional Mode
In Person
Gen Ed Requirement(s)
None