2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog

PH 312 Philosophy of Marx

Philosophical foundations of Marx's thought in Aristotle, Hegel, Feuerbach, and other predecessors. Analysis of Marx's conceptions of alienation, exploitation, historical materialism, and his critique of liberal political thought. Various philosophical responses to Marxism and evaluation of its applicability to contemporary capitalist societies.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

One 3-credit PH course