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This course introduces students to the study of philosophy and religion at the graduate level.  Examining a central theme in philosophical and/or religious traditions from various historical periods or cultures, it explores key theories and research methodologies in the field.

An introduction to the philosophical works of a major figure or a group of closely related thinkers in the history of philosophy. This course introduces students to the philosophical texts and ideas of an important historical figure or figures and discusses the significance of these ideas to the Western philosophical tradition. Students may repeat when a study of a different figure is offered.

Advanced study of special topics in religion or philosophy. May be repeated once under a different topic.