Philosophy 2
PHI2 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Gareth Cass.
PrerequisitesIf you did not take a pathway course at Level 1, or achieved less than 50% in that course, you will need HOD approval. Achievement in a subject with a significant literacy component such as English or History is generally expected.
Philosophy is the study of problems concerning existence, knowledge, values, reason, the mind, and language. The focus is on critical thinking and deepening your thinking on topics of personal interest. There is an emphasis on students guiding the discussion and learning.
Students will be able to gain 18 credits and will have some choice about which standards they will be assessed against based on their personal interests.
Course Overview
Term 1
Inquiry into conflict in modern society. A focus on the nature of modern democracy and it's antecedents as well as conflicts between democracy and alternative forms of government and the ethical and moral considerations and consequences related to real world examples.
Term 2
Inquiry into a human rights movement. Theories of morality and discussion of what constitutes a right and the conflicts that can arise between different groups in society in relation to perceived rights. Analysis of a real world movement for human rights. Consideration of the methods and justification of the movement and the consequences and effectiveness of the movement.
Term 3
Inquiry into world views and purpose in life. Theories of religion and culture. Historical perspective on the spread of religion and culture. Analysis of changes in cultural and religious practice over time. Considerations of specific cultural practices and their place in the greater culture.
Term 4
Inquiry to the application of a world view to a modern ethical dilemma. Consideration of the moral framework and the consequences of a particular approach to a real world issue. Analysis of the wider implication for society as a whole.
Pathway Career Pathways
Actuary, Business Analyst, Software Developer, Statistician, Archivist, Historian, Barrister, Author, Bank Worker, Urban/Regional Planner, Elected Government Representative, Emergency Management Officer, Clinical Coder, Psychologist, Journalist, Communications Professional, Community Development Worker, Information Technology Helpdesk/Support Technician, Information Technology Manager, Technical Writer, Legal Executive, Editor, Solicitor, Corrections Officer, Judge, Systems Administrator, Demonstrator, Foreign Policy Officer, Radio Presenter, Workplace Relations Adviser, Forensic Scientist, Environmental Scientist, Economist, Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Information Technology Architect, Environmental/Public Health Officer, Health Services Manager, Librarian, Market Research Analyst, Policy Analyst, Tertiary Lecturer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Project Manager, Secondary School Teacher, Social Worker, Television Presenter, Intelligence Officer, Management Consultant, Test Analyst, Court Registry Officer, Psychotherapist, Security Analyst, Security Consultant, Data Analyst