ESS 213: Philosophy of Sport

Credits 4
Liberal Education Core
Humanities
The philosophy of sport course explores metaphysical, axiological, ethical, epistemological and aesthetic questions about sport. Critical thinking, writing and reasoning skills are developed though the examination of topic areas within the philosophy of sport. Topics covered involve aspects associated with foundations of philosophy, exploring the meaning of sport and games, theories of ethics, rights and responsibilities, concepts of morality, questions of social responsibility, equity and fairness in sport and application of critical reasoning skills.
Semester Offered
Offered fall