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Modern and Contemporary Philosophy

Course Description: - Identify the most prominent trends in modern Western philosophical thought. - Understand the factors that led to the emergence of these contemporary philosophies and their relationship to preceding ones. - Critically study some contemporary Western philosophies from an Islamic perspective. - Acquire the tools of analysis and criticism that enable the student to understand these trends critically. - Recognize the impact of these philosophical doctrines on the intellectual landscape of the Islamic world.
Credits: 2
Objectives of the course :

Study the most important contemporary trends in philosophical thought that influence contemporary thought, and academically qualify the student to deal with this philosophy in study, impact, and critique according to the Islamic reference.

Course outputs :

Knowledge and understanding:
The student will know the most prominent current trends in modern Western philosophical thought.
2- To recognize the factors that led to the emergence of these contemporary philosophies and their relationship to what preceded them.
Skills:
1- To be able to critically understand these trends using analytical tools.
2. To critically evaluate contemporary philosophical trends rationally and scientifically, according to an Islamic frame of reference.
3. To compare ancient and modern philosophical schools of thought.
4- To extract the impact of philosophical schools of thought from their sources and their relationship with modern science and religious sources.
Values, autonomy and responsibility:
To participate responsibly and effectively in diverse research or professional groups.
2. The student shall adhere to integrity and professional and academic values when dealing with emerging ethical issues, research and knowledge, and supporting them. .

Additional information:

Course Topics:
Sources of Contemporary Western Philosophy: 1. 19th Century Modern Philosophy
Sources of Contemporary Western Philosophy: 2. The Age of Enlightenment and Romanticism
Sources of Contemporary Western Philosophy: 3. The Crisis of European Philosophy in the 19th Century
Sources of Contemporary Western Philosophy: 4. Basic Philosophical Currents in the Early 20th Century
Logical positivism
Idealistic philosophy
Contemporary Philosophical Issues:
The relationship between the mind, science, and religion.
2. Divinity in Contemporary Philosophy.

  • Last updated: 2026-04-15

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