Intercultural Philosophy
- Arts
- 400 level
- 2 credit units
- 115 pages
- 12 units
This course introduces students to the meaning and nature of Intercultural Philosophy and how various philosophical cultures thrive. It explores philosophical views of scholars within specific philosophical cultures, encouraging critical consideration of philosophical themes. Topics include Being, Mind, and Ethnoscience. Students will analyze intercultural features of philosophical ideas and reflect on the status of patriarchy among feminist scholars. The course aims to foster intellectual maturity and tolerance.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 52 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of PHL422, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- Unit 1: The “Historical Question” concerning Lao-Tzu, O ̣̀rúnmìlà and SocratesPage 79
- Unit 2: Lao-Tzu and O ̣̀rúnmìlà on the Discourse on BeingPage 88
- Unit 3: Discourse on the Soul in African, European and Oriental CulturesPage 99
- Unit 4: African and Western Feminists on Patriarchy and EctogenesisPage 106
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
PHL422 · Unit 1: The Idea of Culture
The non-material culture can be described as a system of customs and human spiritual achievements. In essence, this aspect of culture is an expression of human’s in their material culture. They include language which is the most important and unifying element of cultural ideas, beliefs, habits, norms, morals, philosophy, religion and social organization.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the relationship between culture and philosophy.
- Discuss the idea of intercultural philosophy and its relevance.
- Analyze the notion of Being in different philosophical traditions.
- Discuss the intercultural features of philosophical ideas.
- Interrogate the practice of science and methodology in different regions.
- Reflect on the status of patriarchy among feminist scholars.
What it prepares you for
- Philosopher
- Cultural Analyst
- Researcher
- Educator
- Policy Advisor
- Education
- Research
- Cultural Organizations
- Government
- Non-profit
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: The Development of Scientific Thinking among Africans, Asians and Westerners
Unit 4: An Intercultural Engagement between African and Western Science
Requires understanding of complex scientific concepts and historical contexts across different cultures.
- Module 3: Intercultural Philosophy and Some Thematic Concerns
Unit 3: Discourse on the Soul in African, European and Oriental Cultures
Involves critical analysis of diverse philosophical perspectives on the soul and reincarnation.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 47 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Introducing Intercultural Philosophy
Unit 1: The Idea of Culture · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and learning outcomes.. Study the appraisal of the meaning of culture.. Examine the relationship between culture and moral values.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 2Module 1: Introducing Intercultural Philosophy
Unit 2: Further Reflection on the Meaning of Philosophy · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and learning outcomes.. Study the meaning of philosophy.. Understand philosophy through Bertrand Russell's lens.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 3Module 1: Introducing Intercultural Philosophy
Unit 3: What is Intercultural Philosophy? · 4 hours
Read the unit introduction and learning outcomes.. Study the meaning of intercultural philosophy.. Examine the seven ways of defining intercultural philosophy.. Consider if intercultural philosophy is Eurocentric.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 4Module 1: Introducing Intercultural Philosophy
Unit 4: Intercultural Philosophy is not Globalisation · 4 hours
Read the unit introduction and learning outcomes.. Study the meaning of globalization.. Examine globalization as an ideological imposition.. Distinguish globalization from intercultural philosophy.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 5Module 2: The Development of Scientific Thinking among Africans, Asians and Westerners
Unit 1: Science and its Criterion Question · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and learning outcomes.. Study the meaning of science.. Examine causality and scientific theorizing.. Study the criterion question of scientific methodology.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 6Module 2: The Development of Scientific Thinking among Africans, Asians and Westerners
Unit 2: Modern Science and Oriental Ethnoscience · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and learning outcomes.. Study the universality of ethnoscience.. Examine the balance between oriental ethnoscience and modern physics.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 7Module 2: The Development of Scientific Thinking among Africans, Asians and Westerners
Unit 3: Ethnoscientific Reflections among Ancient Africans · 4 hours
Read the unit introduction and learning outcomes.. Study the question of African science and methodology.. Examine causality in African ethnoscience.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 8Module 2: The Development of Scientific Thinking among Africans, Asians and Westerners
Unit 4: An Intercultural Engagement between African and Western Science · 4 hours
Read the unit introduction and learning outcomes.. Engage in an intercultural exercise on African and Western science.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 9Module 3: Intercultural Philosophy and Some Thematic Concerns
Unit 1: The "Historical Question" concerning Lao-Tzu, Ọ̀r únmìlà and Socrates · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and learning outcomes.. Study the Lao-Tzu problem.. Study the Ọ̀r únmìlà problem.. Study the Socratic problem.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 10Module 3: Intercultural Philosophy and Some Thematic Concerns
Unit 2: Lao-Tzu and Ọ̀r únmìlà on the Discourse on Being · 3 hours
Read the unit introduction and learning outcomes.. Study the notion of Being.. Examine the similarity between Ọ̀r únmìlà's and Lao-Tzu's reflections on Being.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 11Module 3: Intercultural Philosophy and Some Thematic Concerns
Unit 3: Discourse on the Soul in African, European and Oriental Cultures · 4 hours
Read the unit introduction and learning outcomes.. Study the soul and reincarnation in ancient Greece.. Study the soul and reincarnation in ancient Yoruba society.. Study the soul and reincarnation in Hinduism.. Examine mystics on the discourse of the soul.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 12Module 3: Intercultural Philosophy and Some Thematic Concerns
Unit 4: African and Western Feminists on Patriarchy and Ectogenesis · 4 hours
Read the unit introduction and learning outcomes.. Study the meaning of ectogenesis.. Examine the views of some African and Western feminists on ectogenesis.. Complete the self-assessment exercise..
- Week 13Course Review
Final Revision and Course Overview · 5 hours
Review all course materials.. Prepare for presentations and assignments.. Engage in forum discussions and facilitation..
Preparing for the exam
- Create comparative charts contrasting key concepts across different philosophical traditions (e.g., Being in Yoruba vs. Chinese thought).
- Develop timelines tracing the evolution of scientific thought in Africa, Asia, and the West.
- Practice essay questions comparing and contrasting feminist perspectives on patriarchy and ectogenesis.
- Review key terms and definitions from each unit, focusing on intercultural nuances.
- Form study groups to discuss and debate challenging concepts, such as the Socratic problem and the nature of the soul.
Questions students ask about this course
What is PHL422 about?
This course introduces students to the meaning and nature of Intercultural Philosophy and how various philosophical cultures thrive. It explores philosophical views of scholars within specific philosophical cultures, encouraging critical consideration of philosophical themes. Topics include Being, Mind, and Ethnoscience. Students will analyze intercultural features of philosophical ideas and reflect on the status of patriarchy among feminist scholars. The course aims to foster intellectual maturity and tolerance.
How many units does PHL422 have?
PHL422, Intercultural Philosophy, has 12 units across 3 modules, over 115 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is PHL422?
PHL422 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Arts.
Is PHL422 hard?
PHL422 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does PHL422 take to study?
About 52 hours of study, spread across its 12 units.
How is PHL422 assessed?
PHL422 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with PHL422?
Philosopher, Cultural Analyst, Researcher, Educator and Policy Advisor.