PHIL 478 - Philosophy and Evolution (3)

An examination of central philosophical debates about the theory of evolution, including foundational issues and broader implications of the theory. Topics may include: What is natural selection and ‘survival of the fittest’? In what sense are organisms adapted to their environments? Can we make sense of the idea of ‘human nature’? What does evolutionary theory imply about groupings of individuals? Can evolutionary theory be used to explain social, ethical, or psychological phenomena? Prior knowledge of evolutionary theory is not required. Recommended Preparation: One 300 level course in philosophy, especially PHIL 372, PHIL 394.

Grading: Graded/Satisfactory Unsatisfactory/Audit
Course ID: 102571
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Prerequisite: One PHIL course with a grade of ‘C’ or better.