PHIL 144Topics in Social and Political Philosophy
A study of selected classical and contemporary writings dealing with topics such as the nature and legitimacy of the liberal state, the limits of political obligation, and theories of distributive justice and rights. (Formerly Social and Political Philosophy.)
Prerequisite(s): PHIL 100A or PHIL 100B or PHIL 100C or PHIL 100D.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 1:20pm–2:25pm | TBA | K. Robertson | Open 0/30 |
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 1:30pm–3:05pm | Cowell Com 134 | R. E. Achs | Closed 44/40 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Robertson | 3.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 63% | 48 |
| Rachel Achs | 4.1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 78% | 18 |
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