ADPL 1070 Philosophy of the Person I

Name: Philosophy of the Person I
Rating: 4.17 (58 reviews)

This course introduces students to philosophical reflection and to its history through the presentation and discussion of the writings of major thinkers from the ancient and medieval periods. The course is designed to show how fundamental and enduring questions about the universe and about human beings recur in different historical contexts. Emphasis is given to ethical themes, such as the nature of the human person, the foundation of human rights and corresponding responsibilities, and the problems of social justice.

Course overview

Department: Advancing Studies
School: ADV
Credits: 4
Level: Undergraduate
Offered: Periodically

Requirements fulfilled

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Official evaluation summary

4.17 / 5

Based on 58 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

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Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

Alexander Montes
Fall 2021 · Official rating 4.50/5
Matthew Clemente
Fall 2025 · Official rating 4.56/5
Michaela Sobrak-Seaton
Midterm Fall 2025, Fall 2023, Fall 2022, 2024FALL1 · Official rating 4.14/5

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