The Language of Philosophy

This course aims to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and terminology of philosophy, to guide them in reading texts of primary importance in the history of the discipline—with particular attention to their argumentative structures—and to present some of the major philosophical debates.

Knowledge and Understanding
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
-Clearly and accurately explain the meaning of fundamental philosophical concepts and terms;
-Critically analyze a philosophical text;
-Thoughtfully present the philosophical debates covered in the course, comparing different positions and the most relevant objections;
-Identify and explain the vocabulary and debates addressed in the course.

Applying Knowledge and Understanding
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
-Critically analyze a philosophical text;
-Analyze debates in the fields of philosophy of action and philosophy of language;
-Apply methods and tools for understanding the texts studied.