Welcome to our class, PHL111A, and I am happy to have you in this class for this trimester. This course is deliberately designed to conform to the Problem Based Learning (PBL) mode of delivery. PBL, a learning and teaching approach which Daystar University has recently adopted, provides learners with opportunities to identify solutions to ill-structured, real-world, real time problems. We shall all be learning to learn, so let us commit to be available and to support one another in the learning process. I look forward to a meaningful interaction throughout the trimester.

PHL111A{Introduction to Philosophy} will be Lectured by Dr. Peter Lee Oduor from the School of Arts and Social Sciences (SASS), department of Theology and Pastoral Studies with the contact details below.

The course begins on Wednesday 18th January 2023 and is scheduled to end  Wednesday 9th May 2023. 

Course Expectations

By the end of this course, the learner should be able to: 

1. Define philosophy and explain its aims, methods, and importance in the quest for knowledge and understanding.

2.      Demonstrate knowledge of, and proficiency in the use of the different technical terms used by philosophers in discussing philosophical issues.

3. Explain the relationship between Philosophy, Science, and Religion.
4. Analyze selected literature philosophically.

5.      Apply philosophical methodology in argumentation.

6. Describe various metaphysical worldviews.
7. Articulate a coherent Christian worldview.  
8. Evaluate given beliefs and practices around existence, nature, and works of God.

Blessings