Classical Chinese Philosophy

(3 Credit Hours) · Undergraduate

After completing this course, students should be able to: Explain selected foundational issues in Chinese political philosophy and discuss their significance. State, compare and contrast, and critically evaluate influential views to these issues, including those associated with pre-imperial Ruist, Mohist, and Daoist texts and those associated with selected Ming and Qing dynasty texts. Demonstrate interpretive, analytical, and argumentative skills in oral presentation and writing by discussing these issues and approaches in written assignments and tutorials. Demonstrate appreciation of similarities and contrasts between traditional Chinese political philosophy and recent international trends in political thought.