PHIL 30 - History of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy

    Recent Professors
    Bhawana Mishra
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    48 students
    Difficulty
    4.0Lightout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    This course addresses ancient philosophy with emphasis on the historical development of ancient Chinese, Greek, and Indian traditions, and medieval philosophy with a focus on the Islamic world and philosophers from diverse religious backgrounds. Students will assess ancient and medieval philosophical questions and ideas, compare the central themes of the diverse philosophical traditions, and then apply concepts learned in this course to one's own existence in this world. (C-ID PHIL 130)