Course
EPH112 - Medieval Philosophy
General Information
| Course Type | On Campus |
| Course Category | EPh03 History of Philosophy |
| Description | Teaching Objective: The course aims to introduce the sketchy history of European medieval philosophy and the philosophies of some outstanding philosophers such as St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas. Furthermore, some key philosophical issues during this age will be delineated. In this way, we hope to assistant the students not only to have the knowledge of medieval philosophy, but also to properly locate the medieval philosophy both historically and philosophically with reference to ancient Greek philosophy and modern philosophy. Much more importantly, the interdependence between rational philosophy and Christian faith highlighted by the philosophical efforts in Middle Ages is expected to be comprehended. Teaching Content: The course mainly introduces the major traditions of European medieval philosophy, particularly the Greek tradition and much more significant Latin tradition. Chronologically, it contains the patristic philosophies before the Middle Ages, the philosophy in transitive age, Scholasticism and the philosophical activities during Renaissance. The greatest philosophers as St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas, among other great philosophers such as St. Bonaventure, Duns Scotus, William of Ockham, etc. will be the main resources of our scrutiny in this course. Teaching Mode: Lecture Assessment Mode: Coursework |
| College Organization Structure | THEOLOGY DIVISION |
| Course Tuition Fee | 1400.00 |
| Course Combination | There is no records at the moment. |
