PHIL 400Philosophy as Practice
- Units
- 0.50
- Faculty
- Arts
- Subject
- Philosophy
When it runs
- F24
- W25
- S25
- F25
- W26
- S26
- F26
- W27
- S27
Ran in 0 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: scheduled. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.
In this undergraduate seminar, students will conduct philosophical research in topic chosen by the School of Social, Political and Historical Research. Students will cultivate effective techniques for sharing their research outcomes. Class activities may include close readings of philosophical texts, presentations on ideas and arguments arising from these texts, and leading of class discussions. Students will enhance their skills in analyzing source material and integrating it into their own research projects. Students will develop their own philosophical perspectives and practice methods for disseminating those perspectives to academic and/or non-academic audiences.
Prerequisites
- Complete all of the following
- Students must be in level 3A or higher
- Enrolled in 3G-Philosophy, 4G-Philosophy, H-Philosophy, or Philosophy Minor
Antirequisites
None listed.
Leads to
No course lists it as a requisite.
Winter 2027 sections
| Section | Class | Enrolled | Meets |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEM 001 | 7698 | 0 / 25 | MW 11:30–12:50 |
| SEM 701 | 8256 | 8 / 9999 | Online or by arrangement |
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Calendar versions
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- 2026–27 (shown here)
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