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POL 4010 - Hist Of Political Thought I

Credit(s) 3

A historical survey of the major political theorists of the ancient and medieval periods (Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, St. Augustine, St. Thomas Aquinas, etc.) with an emphasis on the thinkers conceptions of human nature, politics and ethics. Theoretical notions of justice, virtue, equality, excellence and democracy are examined in light of the political theorists examined.

Prerequisites
POL 1010  
Course Frequency:
Fall
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