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BA Honours Second Year(Semester-I)

Core Courses

Phil 4201 (4) Philosophy of Religion-I
Phil 4202 (4) Problems of Philosophy-I
Phil 4204 (4) Research Methodology in Philosophy-I
Phil 4205 (4) Twentieth Century Eastern Philosophy-I
Phil 4206 (4) Political Philosophy (West)

Elective Courses (for Philosophy Specialization)

Phil 4213 (3) Philosophy of Language-I

Module No. : Phil 4201

Module Name : Philosophy of Religion-I

TOTAL HOURS : (75) Hours

Lecture : (3) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(45) Hours
Tutorial/Discussion : (2) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(30) Hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION

– This course aims to introduce the several definitions of religion from the philosophical perspective. This course contains the four major religions of the world and their theoretical and practical principles will be studied elaborately from the approach of philosophy of religion. In addition, the course will provide the knowledge of what are the differences between religion and theology and how religion has made a great contribution in moral cultivation of humankind that is essential for building peace and order of human societies since earliest times of human culture.
– The frame of the course bases on the topics of;
1. Introduction to Philosophy of Religion
2. Approaches to Philosophy of Religion
3. The Four Religions of the World and their Philosophical Trends
4. Analytical Study of Philosophy of Religion
5. The Critical Examination of the Philosophy of Religion

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The main objectives of this course are

to understand philosophy of religion is not the study of religion from a specific religious point of view but rather is a careful analysis and critical evaluation of the philosophical implications of religion
to promote mutual understanding and mutual respect among the students who come from various religions and different cultural backgrounds
to be reflective movement within a religion lifts the religious consciousness into the region of speculative thinking
to distinguish critics, anthropologist, theologians and poets all argue about the nature, structure and function of symbols
to learn how to make philosophical linkage between the role of religion and the need of moral cultivation in human culture with wise and active point of view in order to promote their creative thinking and critical thinking skills through the group works in writing assignment or initiative discussion in the classroom
to improve the sense of self-study and pro-active thinking, classroom atmosphere will be put emphasis on presentation and assignment which necessarily linked with data collection from survey (literature or observation)

LEARNING OUTCOMES

– The generic learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

improve for getting effective communicative skill with others
synthesize the different views of other scholars to draw the effective conclusion
make their new perspective to present new ideas in different kinds of religion
discuss with their own ideas in line with the main topic of their study without prejudice

– The specific learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

judge different religions objectively
avoid religious extremism and to attain peace, unity and among those different religions
explain the origins of religion, showing particular awareness of the thought of four major religions in the world
obtain mutual respect among other peoples of different religions

REFERENCES

1. Adams, James L. (1976). On Being Human Religiously: Selected Essays in Religion and Society. New York: Beacon Press.
2. Cheney, Sheldon. (1974). Men Who Have Walked with God. New York: Delta.
3. Elidae, Mircea. (1973). Patterns in Comparative Religion. New York: Sheed and Word.
4. Hick, John. (1973). Philosophy of Religion. 2nd ed. Englewood Cliffs, N.J.: Prentice-Hall.
5. James, William. (1958). Varieties of Religious Experience. New York: Mentor.
6. Kitagawa, Joseph M. (1968). Religions of the East. Philadelphia. Westminister.
7. Pojman, Louis P. (1998). Philosophy of Religion: An Anthology. New York: wadsworth Publishing Co.
8. Chad Meister, (2009). Introducing Philosophy of Religion, London and New York: Routledge.
9. Pojman, Louis P. (2001). Philosophy: The Pursuit of Wisdom, US: Wadsworth, Thomson Learning.
10. Thiroux, Jacques P. (1980). Philosophy: Theory and Practice. New York: Macmillan Publishing. Company

Module No. : Phil 4202

Module Name : Problems of Philosophy-I

TOTAL HOURS : (75) Hours

Lecture : (3) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(45) Hours
Tutorial/Discussion : (2) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(30) Hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION

– This course aims to introduce the nature of philosophical problems by focusing on the epistemological problems and problems concerning truth such as reason versus perception, intuition, testimony, the correspondence theory, the coherence theory, and the pragmatic theory.
– The frame of the course bases on the topics of;
1. The Nature of Philosophical Problems
2. A Study of Some Epistemological Problems
2.1. The Problem Concerning the Origin and Source of Knowledge
2.1.1. Reason Versus Perception
2.1.2. Intuition
2.1.3. Testimony
2.2. Problem of Truth
2.2.1. The Correspondence Theory
2.2.2. The Coherence Theory
2.2.3. The Pragmatic Theory

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The main objectives of this course are

to know the philosophical questions that arise from human thought and action
to become familiar with the philosophical problems such as the mind-body problem, the existence of God, freedom and determinism, the human nature, and how to get knowledge
to learn how to appreciate and interpret the problems of philosophy from the multidisciplinary perspective
to help students to be upgraded their skills of argumentation and listening which can bring them into research-oriented discussions
to engage in problem solving, creative thinking, and critical thinking skills through the group works in writing assignment or initiative discussion in the classroom
to improve the sense of self-study and pro-active thinking, classroom atmosphere will be put emphasis on presentation and assignment which necessarily linked with data collection from survey (literature or observation)

LEARNING OUTCOMES

– The generic learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

introduce students to some of the major problems encountered in philosophy
understand how to learn concepts, theories and problems academically
develop the general skills of formulating, defending, and critiquing of arguments and theoretical positions and the ability to think critically about difficult and abstract issues
present effectively own ideas through written and communication
manipulate effective discussion and consistent argumentation

– The specific learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

develop the ability to think critically about difficult and abstract issues
identify, explain and evaluate philosophical problems and arguments logically
distinguish philosophical problems from other kinds of theoretical explanations
introduce other students to some of the major problems encountered in philosophy
utilize their knowledge of philosophical problems in their daily lives

REFERENCES

1. Blackwood, R. T. (1975). Problems in Philosophy: West and East. Englewood Cliffs: Prentice Hall.
2. Chatterjee. (1949). The Problems of Philosophy. Calcutta: Das Gupta.
3. Hartnack, J. (1962). Philosophical Problem- A Modern Introduction, Copenhagen: Munkasggaard.
4. Hirst, R. J. (1959). The Problem of Perception. London: Allen and Unwin.
5. Rachels, James. (2004). Problems from Philosophy. New York: Mc Graw Hill.
6. Ridling, Zaine PhD. (2001). Philosophy Then and Now: A Look Back at 26 Centuries of Thought . Part IV. Access Foundation.
7. Stumpf, Samuel Enoch & James Fieser. (2003). Philosophy: History and Problems.New York:Mc Graw Hill.

Module No. : Phil 4204

Module Name : Research Methodology in Philosophy -I

TOTAL HOURS : (75) Hours

Lecture : (3) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(45) Hours
Tutorial/Discussion : (2) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(30) Hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION

– This course aims to introduce the nature and role of research to students through studying concepts and methodological significance of philosophical research. To facilitate students how to construct a research proposal with its essential components such as research problem, hypothesis, methods, finding, principle and contribution. It also includes the study of types of research, methods of thinking, data collection and literature review.
– The frame of the course bases on the topics of;
1. The Nature and Role of Research in Conceptual Learning
2. A General Study of Research Methodology
2.1. Research Problem
2.2. Research Hypothesis
2.3. Research Methods
2.4. Research Finding
2.5. Research Principle
2.6. Contribution
2.7. Definitions of Key words
3. Ways of Thinking and Research Methodology
– Methods of Thinking
4. What is a Research Problem?
– Data Collection and Literature Review

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The main objectives of this course are

to improve the understanding about research methodology and its role in conceptual learning
to gain familiarity with a phenomenon or to achieve new insights into it
to know the research procedures in humanities and social sciences
to learn types of research styles , nature of them and how to make a good research formally
to become develop the decision making, problem solving, critical thinking, and creative thinking skills through the group works in writing assignment or initiative discussion in the classroom or in making research of their own
it is designed to help students to be upgraded their skills of discussion, argumentation and listening

LEARNING OUTCOMES

– The generic learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

understand the nature and scope of philosophical research and become familiar with research methods of humanities and social sciences
develop how to build research questions, data collection, discussion and argumentation
formulate their new trend to present new ideas by drawing out meaning from given data or statements, generate and evaluate arguments
choose the necessary and meaningful questions to ask other people in conducting their research or study and develop communicative skill
select what methods are suitable to do the effective study in this course and to organize the research frame logically

– The specific learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

learn how to think research problem, hypothetical solution, and outcomes
write a research paper from the philosophical methods which can apply in most disciplines because of its nature of multidisciplinary or interdisciplinary concerns
obtain the decision making skill and problem solving skill through the group works in writing assignment, planning research project in the classroom
apply values of philosophical research in social, political, cultural, regional, and global issues
sketch the key steps of sharing ideas in designing the effective presentation by making logical linkage

REFERENCES

1. Bloomberg, Linda Dale & Marie Volpe. (2012). Completing Your Qualitative Dissertation _A Road Map from Beginning to End_, 2nd Edition. Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE Publications, Inc.
2. Creswell, John.W. (1994). Research Design: Qualitative & Quantative Approaches. London: International Educational and Professional Publisher.
3. Feinberg, Joel. (2002). Doing Philosophy, A Guide to the Writing of Philosophy Paper. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth/ Thomson Learning.
4. Good, C. V. & D. E. Scatws. (1979). Methods of Research. New York: Appleton Century Croft Inc.
5. Hansen, Kristine. (2003). Writing in the Social Sciences. USA: Pearson Custom Publishing.
6. Robert, Carol M. (2004). The Dissertation Journey. London: Sage Publications Co

Module No. : Phil 4205

Module Name : Twentieth Century Eastern Philosophy-I

TOTAL HOURS : (75) Hours

Lecture : (3) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(45) Hours
Tutorial/Discussion : (2) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(30) Hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION

– The chief aims of the course are to introduce the general features and specific ideas of Twentieth Century Eastern philosophy and philosophers. In this course the nature and scope of Indian philosophy and its close relation to cultural practice has deeply rooted in Hinduism. To encourage students’ more comprehensive review on “Significant Views of Outstanding Indian Philosopher, students’ preparation of reading primary or secondary sources thoroughly will be demanded.
– The frame of the course bases on the topics of;
1. A Brief Study of the Background of Indian Thought
2. A Critical Study of the Outstanding Indian Philosophers’ views
2.1. The Philosophy of Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
2.2. The Philosophy of Sri Aurobindo
2.3. The Philosophy of Rabindranath Tagore
2.4. The Philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The main objectives of this course are

to know the significant views of the Twentieth Century Indian Philosophers
to learn how to define the origin of Indian philosophy and its significant trend
to identify how to be the inseparable bond of the ways of philosophy, arts and literature, and political ideas in the Indian tradition
it challenges students to engage in creative thinking and critical thinking skills through the group works in writing assignment or initiative discussion in the classroom
to improve the sense of self-study and pro-active thinking, classroom atmosphere will be put emphasis on presentation and assignment which necessarily linked with data collection from survey (literature or observation)

LEARNING OUTCOMES

– The generic learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

explain the general features of Twentieth Century Indian Philosophy

identify their outstanding views in education system, moral teaching and political thought with comparison to those of Indian philosophy

compare and contrast the views of the outstanding Indian philosophers

select a better way to learn thoughts and cultural practice of other cultures

– The specific learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

indicate the relationship between the philosophy and religious teachings in Indian tradition

extend a deeper understanding of the nature and scope of Twentieth Century Indian Philosophy

improve insight into close relation of Arts and Literature, Education, and Politics in Indian Philosophical framework

utilize their knowledge of Indian philosophy which had developed in the Twentieth Century when they study the Twentieth Century Japanese and Chinese Philosophies in Semester-II

REFERENCES

1. Dasgupta, S. (1965). Development of Moral Philosophy in India. New York: Frederick Ugra Publishing Co.
2. Radhakrishnan, S. (Edited). (1952) Contemporary Indian Philosophy. London: George Allen & Unwin.
3. Radahakrishnan, S. & C. A. Moore (Edited). (1957). A Source Book in Indian Philosophy. Princeton University Press.
4. Theodore de Bary, William & others (edt. & Compiled). (1959). A Source Book in Indian Philosophy. Columbia University Press.

Module No. : Phil 4206

Module Name : Political Philosophy (West)

TOTAL HOURS : (75) Hours

Lecture : (3) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(45) Hours
Tutorial/Discussion : (2) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(30) Hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION

– This course aims to introduce political philosophy of the west in general rather than to provide a full survey of origin, problem, value and essential political concepts of western political philosophy. This course give comprehensive accounts from ancient Greek to recent political thinkers, formulate their views and how they grapple with their political views. In addition, the course will provide a preliminary orientation about the notion of political argument, its various forms and the ways should be analyzed.
– The frame of the course bases on the topics of;
1. Introduction to Political Philosophy
2. Essential Political Concepts
3. Ancient Greek and Roman Political Institutions and Political Philosophy
4. Medieval Political Philosophy
5. Modern Political Philosophies
6. Social Contract Theories
7. Political Theories of the French Revolution
8. Political Philosophy of Adam Smith and Malthus
9. Marxist Political Thought
10. Recent Political Thoughts

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The main objectives of this course are

to understand the nature and scope of western political philosophy from the political theories of Greek and Roman to the recent debates of political philosophers
to appreciate the voices of demand for Democracy and written Constitutional Governments
to obtain the ability to analyse and synthesize the different political ideas
to improve the critical thinking skill for evaluating the strong and weakness of several political theories
to improve the sense of self-study and pro-active thinking, classroom atmosphere will be put emphasis on presentation and assignment which necessarily linked with data collection from survey (literature or observation)

LEARNING OUTCOMES

– The generic learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

construct analogies to illustrate their political standpoint logically
to indicate how to train to be perfect guardians
make their new perspective to present new ideas in current political situation
distinguish from political philosophy, politics and political science
make fair-minded or positive critique

– The specific learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

learn different political views from their own perspective objectively
avoid extremes and to think or make discussion of the possible way how to bring society towards peace and unity
synthesize the different political views to draw the effective conclusion by analyzing significant political concepts and events
make their new perspective to present to others for promoting further interested discussion of politics

REFERENCES

1. Aristotle. (Jowett, Benjamin (trans.)). (1900). The Politics. New York: The Colonial Press.
2. Fukuyama, Francis. (2011). The Origins of Political Order. Nwe York: Farrar, Straus and Giroux.
3. Fukuyama, Francis. (2014). The Origins of Political Decay. Nwe York: Farrar, Straus and Giroux.
4. Gettell, Raymond G. (1953). History of Political Thought. London: George Allen & Unwin Ltd.
5. Goodin, Robert E. (2007). A Companion to Contemporary Political Philosophy Vol .I&II. (Second Edition). Backwell Publishing Ltd.
6. Nelson, Brain R. (2009). Western Political Thought. Delhi: Dorling Kindersley (India) Pvt, Ltd.
7. Sabine, George H. (1963). A History of Political Theory. London: George G. Harrap & Co. Ltd.

Module No. : Phil 4213 (Elective)

Module Name : Philosophy of Language-I

TOTAL HOURS : (60) Hours

Lecture : (2) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(30) Hours
Tutorial/Discussion : (2) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(30) Hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION

– The purpose of this module is to introduce what philosophy of language is and to convey the development of Philosophy of Language in the West. Students will have the chance to study the significant transitional points of linguistic turn in the West from philosophical point of view from the time of ancient Greek to the Postmordern (developed in the mid-to late 20th century).
– The frame of the course bases on the topics of;
1. Introduction to Philosophy of Language
1.1. Philosophy and Language
1.2. Language and Thought
1.3. Nature, Function and Scope of Philosophy of Language
2. Western Philosophical Perspectives on Language
2.1. Ancient Greek
2.2. Early Modern Period
3. The Linguistic Turn of Western Philosophy
4. Structuralism, Postmodernism and Deconstructionism

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The main objectives of this course are

aim to know nature, function and scope of philosophy of language
to improve understanding about the philosophy of language is connected to other sub-disciplines in philosophy
to examine the study of language is itself partly a philosophical enterprise
It can examine the philosophical study of natural language and its working, particularly of linguistic meaning and the use of language
It can explore as a very newly developing branch of philosophy has engaged since the age of analysis or 20th century western philosophy, the philosophical thoughts concerning language seen in the writings of Ancient Greek philosophers such as Plato and Aristotle

LEARNING OUTCOMES

– The generic learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

understand historical development of the Philosophy of Language
demonstrate a through insight in problems of Philosophy of Language
explain some major issues in the Philosophy of Language
critically evaluate theories, arguments and pre-suppositions in the Philosophy of Language
explore the philosophical investigation of the nature of language; the relation between language, language users, and the world

– The specific learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

understand how to learn a language philosophically by analyzing its major components and its functions
indicate language, philosophy and culture are three overlapping areas of human studies in current time
point out philosophy of language is a systematic and theoretical study about the nature and meaning of the concept ‘language’ from the philosophical point of view
judge the difference between linguistic philosophy and the philosophy of language

REFERENCES

1. Alston, William P. (1964). Philosophy of Language. Prentice-Hall Inc.
2. Cassirer, Ernst. (1953). An Essay on Man. New York: Anchor Book.
3. Garvey, James & Jeremy Stangroom. The Story of Philosophy: A History of Western Thought. Quercus Book.
4. Magee, Bryan. (2011).The Story of Philosophy. Singapore: Dorling Kindersley Book.
5. Morris, Michael. (2006). An Introduction to the Philosophy of Language. Cambridge University Press.
6. Morris, Charles. (1964). Signification and Significance. Cambridge: M.I.T Press.
7. Pike, Kenneth L. (1993). Talk Thought and Think. U.S. A: Sil International, Global Publishing.
8. Sawyer, Sarah (edt). (2010). New Waves in Philosophy of Language. Macmillan.

BA Honours Second Year(Semester-II)

Core Courses

Phil 4207 (4) Philosophy of Religion-II
Phil 4208 (4) Problems of Philosophy-II
Phil 4210 (4) Research Methodology in Philosophy-II
Phil 4211 (4) Twentieth Century Eastern Philosophy-II
Phil 4212 (4) Political Philosophy (East)

Elective Courses (for Philosophy Specialization)

Phil 4214 (3) Philosophy of Language-II

* As the BA Honours degree course, Students require to submit a term paper which is necessarily linked to the Two core modules (Phil 4104/Phil 4110: Research Methodology in Philosophy-I/II) at BA Honours third year.

Module No. : Phil 4207
Module Name : Philosophy of Religion-II
TOTAL HOURS : (75) Hours
Lecture : (3) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(45) Hours
Tutorial/Discussion : (2) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(30) Hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION

– This course aims to introduce history and philosophy of religion and to promote students’ understanding of the diverse religions with comparative study and critical examination of the nature of philosophy of religion. Though the course bases on the thorough study of the various religious problems come from their particular nature and cultural backgrounds, Buddhism will be highlighted because of its unique philosophical nature.
– The frame of the course bases on the topics of;
1. History and Philosophy of Religion
2. History of Buddhism
3. Buddhism as Philosophy and Buddhism as Religion
4. A Comparative Study of Religion
5. The Critical Examination of Philosophy of Religion

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The main objectives of this course are

to understand what are the primary philosophical differences between the Theravāda Buddhism and the Mahāyāna Buddhism
to recognize about the wisdom is purified by morality and morality is purified by wisdom
to realize Buddhism as Philosophy and Buddhism as Religion
to learn how to appreciate and interpret all the role of religion in the world it challenges students to engage in creative thinking and critical thinking skills through the group works in writing assignment or initiative discussion in the classroom
to improve the sense of self-study and pro-active thinking, classroom atmosphere will be put emphasis on presentation and assignment which necessarily linked with data collection from survey (literature or observation)

LEARNING OUTCOMES

– The generic learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

construct analogies to illustrate from the religious point of views
make their new perspective to present new ideas in religions
distinguish from religion and philosophy of religion
discuss their own religious ideas in line with other religions
make fair-minded or positive critique

– The specific learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

judge different views on religions objectively
avoid religious extreme to find out the way to peace and unity among the people of those different religions
present their new perspective or ideas based on the proper understanding of different religions
synthesize the different views of other scholars to draw the effective conclusion by analyzing key concepts and ideas of philosophy of religion

REFERENCES

1. Adams, James L. (1976). On Being Human Religiously: Selected Essays in Religion and Society. New York: Beacon Press.
2. Cheney, Sheldon. (1974). Men Who Have Walked with God: New York: Delta.
3. Earhart, H Byron. (1982). Japanese Religion, California: Wadsworth Publishing Company.
4. Elidae, Mircea. (1973). Patterns in Comparative Religion: New York: Sheed and Word.
5. Hick, John. (1973). Philosophy of Religion. 2nd ed. Englewood Cliffs, N.J.: Prentice-Hall.
6. James, William. (1958). Varieties of Religious Experience. New York: Mentor.
7. Kitagawa, Joseph M. (1968). Religions of the East. Philadelphia. Westminister.
8. Miller, Edward L. (1972). God and Reason: A Historical Approach to Philosophical Theory. New York: Macmillan.
9. Needleman, Jacob. (1970). The New Religions. New York: Doubleday.
10. Vries, Jan De. (1967). The Study of Religion: New York: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich.

Module No. : Phil 4208

Module Name : Problems of Philosophy-II

TOTAL HOURS : (75) Hours

Lecture : (3) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(45) Hours
Tutorial/Discussion : (2) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(30) Hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION

– This course will provide the effective way of studying philosophical problems through the topics found in the ontological problems and ethical problems such as the problem of Being and Becoming, substance, human nature, individual and society and human freedom and determinism.
– The frame of the course bases on the topics of;
1. A Study of Ontological problems
1.1. The problem of Being and Becoming
1.2. The problem of Substance
2. Ethical problem
2.1. The problem of human nature
2.2. The problem of Individual and society
2.3. The problem of human freedom and determinism

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The main objectives of this course are

to introduce the philosophical problems that arise in Ontology and Ethics of philosophy
to improve the understanding about eastern and western views on human nature
to know the important role of individual and society and how it relates from the multidisciplinary perspective
it is designed to help students to be upgraded their skills of discussion, argumentation and listening
to engage students in creative thinking and critical thinking skills through the group works in writing assignment or initiative discussion in the classroom
to improve the sense of self-study and pro-active thinking, classroom atmosphere will be put emphasis on presentation and assignment which necessarily linked with data collection from survey (literature or observation)

LEARNING OUTCOMES

– The generic learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

draw out ideas from philosophical problems and evaluate arguments and make their own judgment
establish their conversation with understanding and positive critique
clearly express the original ideas and solve problems appropriate to the contexts
ask new questions with sense of curiosity whatever they learned from this course
promote their ability to think critically

– The specific learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

utilize their knowledge to solve the particular problems in their daily lives from philosophical perspective
explain the nature of philosophical problems and arguments
evaluate the problems of existence of the things nature and social problems from the ontological or ethical point of views
distinguish philosophical accounts of problems from other kinds of theoretical explanations
introduce other students to some of the major problems encountered in Philosophy
initiate their new approaches to study the problems of philosophy

REFERENCES

1. Blackwood, R.T. & A.L. Herman (edtd). (1975). Problems in Philosophy: West and East. Englewood Cliffs, N.J.: Prentice-Hall.
2. Hartnack, J. (1962). Philosophical Problem-A Modern Introduction. Munkasggaard, Copenhagen.
3. Hirst, R. J. (1959). The Problem of Perception. London, Allen and Unwin.
4. Rachels, James. (2004). Problems from Philosophy. New York: Mc Graw Hill.
5. Ridling, Zaine PhD. (2001). Philosophy Then and Now: A Look Back at 26 Centuries of Thought , Part IV. Access Foundation.
6. Stumpf, Samuel Enoch & James Fieser. (2003). Philosophy: History and Problems. New York: Mc Graw Hill.

Module No. : Phil 4210

Module Name : Research Methodology in Philosophy -II

TOTAL HOURS : (75) Hours

Lecture : (3) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks= (45) Hours
Tutorial/Discussion : (2) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks= (30) Hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION

– This course aims to empower the students to write the research paper practically. Hence, how to write essential components of a research proposal and how to complete their paper will be highlighted. In order to achieve this purpose, student will be demanded for going field trip (urban or rural) and doing data collection (literature survey, interview, and questionnaire) as compulsory activities.
– The frame of the course bases on the topics of;
1. The Writing of an Abstract
2. The Entry of Notes, Bibliography, Diagrams, Illustration, Contents
3. Principles of Usage (Words, Citation, Quotation, and so forth)
4. Ethical Consideration

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The main objectives of this course are

to improve organizing the research frame logically and formally
to share how to write not to commit plagiarism by using quotations or citations properly
to indicate how to write abstract, notes , bibliography, diagrams, illustration and contents specifically
to learn, practice and improve the research presentation skills and with the latest tools
to understand the research ethics and academic integrity of which publications and research procedure
to become develop the logical thinking skills, problem solving skills, critical thinking skills and creative thinking skills through the group works in writing assignment or initiative discussion in the classroom or in making research of their own

LEARNING OUTCOMES

– The generic learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

become research-minded persons or passionate researchers in future
understand how to write a good research paper with correct format and logical sequence
apply correct usage of grammar or words and learn ethical consideration in writing research
identify consistencies and inconsistencies of specific philosophical theories or worldviews
trace the former theories by using literature survey to make their new trend to present new ideas
create good presentation with the effective power point slides and digital literacy skill

– The specific learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

learn how to write an abstract, notes, bibliography, diagrams, Illustration, contents and select suitable words or correct grammar
understand about plagiarism and how to avoid plagiarism and how to write ethically
apply the crucial role of research in higher education sector, to grasp the philosophical research in the disciplines of social sciences and humanities
obtain the decision making skill and problem solving skill through the group works in writing assignment, planning research project in the classroom
improve presentation and assignment which necessarily linked with data collection from survey

REFERENCES

1. Bloomberg, Linda Dale & Marie Volpe. (2012). Completing Your Qualitative Dissertation _A Road Map from Beginning to End_, 2nd Edition. Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE Publications, Inc.
2. Creswell, John.W. (1994). Research Design: Qualitative & Quantative Approaches. London: International Eductional and Professional Publisher.
3. Feinberg, Joel. (2002). Doing Philosophy, A Guide to the Writing of Philosophy Paper. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth/ Thomson Learning.
4. Good, C. V. & D. E. Scatws. (1979). Methods of Research. New York: Appleton Century Croft Inc.
5. Hansen, Kristine. (2003). Writing in the Social Sciences. USA: Pearson Custom Publishing.
6. Robert, Carol M. (2004). The Dissertation Journey. London: Sage Publications Co.

Module No. : 4211

Module Name : Twentieth Century Eastern Philosophy-II

TOTAL HOURS : (75) Hours

Lecture : (3) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks= (45) Hours
Tutorial/Discussion : (2) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks= (30) Hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION

– The chief aims of the course are to have more understanding the philosophies of significant Japanese and Chinese philosophers of the Twentieth Century. The course will be highlighted on some particular and important concepts and thoughts in Twentieth Century Japanese and Chinese philosophies. Students will have opportunity to upgrade their knowledge of Japanese and Chinese philosophies more deeply through this course.
– The frame of the course bases on the topics of;
1. Nishida’s Philosophy of Mu
2. A Critical Study of the Outstanding Japanese Philosophy
3. A Brief Study of the Background of Chinese Thought
4. A Critical Study of the Writing of the Outstanding Japanese Philosophers
5. General Characteristics and Evaluation of Contemporary Eastern Philosophy

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The main objectives of this course are

The aim of the course is exactly to know the Twentieth Century Japanese and Chinese Philosophy.
to know how to define the Japanese and Chinese philosophy and trend of it
to recognize the significant ethical, metaphysical, epistemological, and political thoughts under the umbrella of Twentieth Century Eastern Philosophy by means of comparison among diverse philosophies
it challenges students to engage in analytical thinking, synthesis, and critical thinking skills through the group works in writing assignment or initiative discussion in the classroom
to improve the sense of self-study and pro-active thinking, classroom atmosphere will be put emphasis on presentation and assignment which necessarily linked with data collection from survey (literature or observation)

LEARNING OUTCOMES

– The generic learning outcomes
After this study students will be able to

understand the nature and significant characteristics the Twentieth Century Eastern Philosophy
develop proper understanding of Japanese and Chinese traditions
identify the results of their outstanding views in epistemological concepts, education system, moral teaching, political thought
select a better way to learn broadly and think logically through the comparative study among those Eastern ways of thinking

– The specific learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

indicate the relationship between traditional impact of social and religious thoughts and Twentieth Century Japanese and Chinese philosophies
get deeper understanding of general features of the Twentieth Century Eastern Philosophy
comprehend the close linkage of philosophy and other spheres of human culture
utilize their knowledge to be mutual understanding among the culture and social welfare of Eastern Nations

REFERENCES

1. Blocker, H. Gene & Christopher L. Starling. (2001). Japanese Philosophy. State University of New York Press.
2. Boot, Willen. (2006). Sources of Japanese Tradition, Volume 2: Part One: 1600 to 1868 (2nd Abridged edition).Columbia University Press.
3. Chan, Wing-Tsit. (1963). A Source Book in Chinese Philosophy. USA: Printice Hall, Inc.
4. James W. Heisig, Thomas P. Kasulis (Author, Editor). (2011). Japanese Philosophy: A Source Book. University of Hawaii Press.
5. Keene, Donald. (April 10 2002). Sources of Japanese Tradition: Volume 1: From Earliest Times to 1600 (2nd Revised edition). Columbia University Press.
6. Lai, Karyn L.. (2008). Introduction to Chinese Philosophy. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
7. Nakamura Hajime. (1964). Ways of Thinking of Eastern Peoples: India, China, Tibet, Japan. (Revised edition). University of Hawaii Press.
8. Natamura & Nakamura Hajime. (1999). A History of the Development of Japanese Thought. Routledge.
9. Piovesana, Gino. (2003). Contemporary Japanese Philosophical Thought. Tokyo.
10. Tsunoda, R.(Compiled). (1960). Sources of Japanese Tradition. New York: Columbia University Press.

Module No. : Phil 4212

Module Name : Political Philosophy (East)

TOTAL HOURS : (75) Hours

Lecture : (3) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(45) Hours
Tutorial/Discussion : (2) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(30) Hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION

– This course aims to introduce political philosophy of the East in general rather than to provide a full survey of Hindu, Chinese and Japanese’s political thoughts are essential political concepts. This course give comprehensive accounts from ancient Hindu to today, high growth democracy political thinkers formulate their views and how they grapple with their political views. In addition, the course will provide a preliminary orientation about the notion of political argument, its various forms and the ways should be analyzed.
– The frame of the course bases on the topics of;
1. Indian Political Thoughts
1.1. Introduction to Ancient Indian Political Thought
1.2. Modern Period
2. Chinese Political Thoughts
2.1. Ancient Period
2.2. Modern Period
2.3. Post-Mao China
3. Japanese Political Thoughts
3.1. Ancient and Medieval Thought
3.2. Modern Period
3.3. Political Thoughts after the Meiji Restoration
3.4. Constitutional Government and Democracy: Yoshino Sakuzo

COURSE OBJECTIVES

to improve the basic understanding about the political philosophy of the East

to understand the nature of eastern political philosophy, especially Indian, Chinese and Japanese

to introduce the crucial role of philosophy in the Eastern tradition since ancient times

to learn how to practice all the political power vested group the citizens

to obtain the skills to analyse and synthesize the different political ideas or thoughts

to improve the critical thinking skill for evaluating the strong and weakness of several political theories

to develop the sense of self-study and pro-active thinking, classroom atmosphere will be put emphasis on presentation and assignment which necessarily linked with data collection from survey (literature or observation)

LEARNING OUTCOMES

– The generic learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

construct analogies to illustrate from political point of views
grasp the significant features of eastern traditional thought
make their new perspective to present new ideas in current political situation
distinguish from political philosophy, politics and political science
make fair-minded or positive critique

– The specific learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

judge different views on politics of the East objectively
reconstruct a new perspective to recommend the further studies and to present new ideas
judge what are the good or bad impacts of political ideology on society especially in the eastern tradition
synthesize the different views to draw the effective conclusion

REFERENCES

Module No. : Phil 4214 (Elective)

Module Name : Philosophy of Language-II

TOTAL HOURS : (60) Hours

Lecture : (2) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(30) Hours
Tutorial/Discussion : (2) Hours per Week * (15) Weeks=(30) Hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION

– The purpose is enable students to examine the specific features of Philosophy of Language and apply their knowledge in other studies in humanities and social sciences. From this study, students will be expected to have better understanding the crucial role of philosophical approach in linguistic research and studies.
– The frame of the course bases on the topics of;
1. Theories Concerning Philosophy of Language
1.1. Theories of Meaning
1.2. Theory of Signs
2. Language and Reality
3. Ordinary Language Philosophy
4. Philosophy of Language and Other Areas of Human Studies
4.1. Philosophy of Language and Linguistics
4.2. Philosophy of Language and Logic

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The main objectives of this course are

aim to know the different theories in language
to improve understanding about the philosophy of language is connected to other sub-disciplines in philosophy
to understand about language and reality, difference between philosophy of language and linguistics and philosophy of language and logic
It can explore as a very newly developing branch of philosophy has engaged since the age of analysis or 20th century western philosophy, the philosophical thoughts concerning language seen in the writings of Ancient Greek philosopher such as Plato and Aristotle

LEARNING OUTCOMES

– The generic learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

understand that contemporary philosophy of language plays important role in studying the linguistic theories of meanings and signs
to have proper understanding of the functions and notions of language and its origins in philosophy
critically evaluate the relation between Language and Reality
explain the different conceptions of Ordinary Language, Philosophy, Philosophy of Language, Philosophy of linguistics, and Semiotics and semantics

– The specific learning outcomes
After this study, students will be able to

apply some key terms in Philosophy of Language and Linguistic Philosophy

to indicate ‘Language’ play a vital position in the current issues and problems which are solved by most contemporary philosophers

to explore theories concerning Philosophy of Language

to contrast differences between Language, Logic and Reality

initiate their new approaches to study various types of theory of Philosophy of Language by using online media such as YouTube or other else