De La Salle University (DLSU) is a private research university located in Manila, Philippines. It was founded in 1911 by the Brothers of the Christian Schools, a Catholic religious congregation also known as the De La Salle Brothers. DLSU offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields such as business, engineering, social sciences, humanities, law, and science. The university is known for its high-quality education, innovative teaching methods, and commitment to social justice and environmental sustainability. DLSU is also a member of several international academic organizations, including the ASEAN University Network and the Association of Southeast and East Asian Catholic Colleges and Universities.

Master of Arts in Philosophy

(1) 30 Units of Coursework

At least 12 units of basic courses (which must include Philosophical Research)
At least 9 units of major courses
The rest may be basic major or elective courses
(2) Written Comprehensive Examinations in Three (3) Areas of Study

Such areas of study must include at least one (1) basic course and one (1) major course
The other course may be a basic major or elective course
(3) Thesis (6 units)

Oral defense has two stages: proposal and final
(4) One (1) Publication in a Refereed Journal or Juried Creative Work

Publications may have single or multiple authors; and journals may be published
nationally or internationally Additional supporting documents may be required
APPENDIX: DESCRIPTIONS OF THE ACADEMIC COURSES

A BASIC COURSES
Philosophical Research
3 units
This is a research course where the student is trained to use proper documentation that is the proper use of parenthetical references (PR) and reference lists (RL) The parts of a paper or book or thesis are discussed Students are trained how to use the library how to write a book review and related matters In particular they are trained to write an Introduction a Theoretical or Conceptual Framework and a Review of Related Literature

Philosophy of Mind
3 units
A study of modern and contemporary trends in the philosophy of mind among European and Anglo-American thinkers

Phenomenology and Existentialism
3 units
A thorough study of the views of Brentano and Husserl on the project of phenomenology and how existentialist philosophers such as Sartre Heidegger and Merleau-Ponty react to such views

Philosophy of Language
3 units
A critical study of the nature of language meaning and communication including the theories of Frege Russell Wittgenstein Chomsky Austin Searle and others Open to students of Linguistics and Languages

Postmodernism
3 units
An examination of a contemporary movement called postmodernism in terms of its philosophical and cultural roots claims scope and influences and critical reactions to certain dominant ways of thinking that have characterized modernist thought such as those described by Derrida as “logocentric” as expressed in various areas that include literature art architecture film and philosophy

Philosophy of Science
3 units
A critical study of the philosophical problems related to science including what the laws of nature are causality explanation theories models the ontological status of theoretical entities induction probabilities value judgment in science and others

Eastern Philosophy
3 units
A thorough and holistic approach to philosophies traditionally classified as Eastern which include Buddhist Philosophy Indian Philosophy Chinese Philosophy and Islamic philosophy

Filipino Philosophy
3 units
An in-depth review and analysis of available philosophical writings by Filipinos: cultural traditional and constitutional/national approaches to Filipino philosophy

Philosophical Problems
3 units
The course aims to introduce students to the philosophical endeavor through examining some
of the significant and key issues in philosophy such as the problem of evil the problem of value
and the problem of free will and other problems that matter As philosophers we try to find
out whether our views on the above can be supported with rational arguments or whether we
have to give them up in light of closer scrutiny

B MAJOR COURSES

Analytic Philosophy
3 units
A critical study of the works of analytic philosophers from Bertrand Russell and G E Moore to the present

Continental Philosophy
3 units
An introductory course on continental philosophy with emphasis on the philosophers of existentialism phenomenology hermeneutics and postmodernism

Hermeneutics
3 units
An in-depth study of hermeneutics as culled from the writings of Dilthey Gadamer Ricoueur Derrida et al

Advanced Symbolic Logic
3 units
A survey of recent trends approaches in the study of modern (symbolic/mathematical) logic or of modern methods and principles used in distinguishing good (correct) from bad (incorrect) reasoning

Ethics
3 units
A in-depth study of the classical and contemporary theories in moral philosophy covering both normative ethics and meta-ethics

Feminist Philosophy
3 units
A critical examination of feminist perspectives on traditional philosophical methods or ways of doing philosophy in the areas of ethics social philosophy philosophy of science and epistemology among others as advanced by the movement’s leading figures which include de Beauvoir Kristeva Gilligan Smith Collins and Harding

Advanced Metaphysics
3 units
A rigorious and formal analysis of the basic assumptions of classical methaphysical and their expressions in the history of philosophy as well as their consequences for modern science and philosophy

Advanced Epistemology
3 units
A critical in-depth discussion of the most significant theories of knowledge including both the continental pragmatic and analytic traditions

Social and Political Philosophy
3 units
An analytical study of the various theories on social justice as advanced by the Social Contractarians (Hobbes Locke and Rousseau) Marx Rawls Nozick Dworkin and others

Philosophy of Education
3 units
A critical survey of the philosophies of various education thinkers from the Sophists to the
present day but with emphasis on contemporary thinkers

Advanced Aesthetics/Philosophy of Art
3 units
A critical examination of classical and contemporary theories that seek to explain the nature of
beauty and art

C ELECTIVES

Philosophy of History
3 units
A study of philosophies of history by ancient Greeks and Romans Augustine Vico Voltaire
Bossuet Nietzsche Dilthey Hegel Marx Schleiermacher von Herder Croce Collingwood
Popper Spengler Dondeyn Ricoeur et al open to students of History

Introduction to Philosophy
3 units
A panoramic holistic survey of the divisions of philosophy with emphasis on the basic concepts and ideas of philosophy The latest edition (15th ed) of the Encyclopedia Britannica listed seventeen (17) divisions of philosophy This Introduction may include Filipino Philosophy and other Asian philosophies This course is summarize courses in philosophy

Process Philosophy
3 units
A study of the philosophies of Heraclitus Whitehead Hick and Hartshorne among others

Critical Theory
3 units
An in-depth study of the presuppositions and development of the fundamental views and claims of the philosophical movement called critical theory as put forward and argued for by its key figures (Habermas Marcuse Horkheimer Adorno et al)

Marxist Humanism
3 units
An in-depth study of Marx’s theory of alienation as expounded in his work Economic and Philosophic Manuscripts and as analyzed and developed by other thinkers like Lukacs Fromm Marcuse and Sartre among others

Asian/ Eastern Philosophy
3 units
An in-depth study of the major works of Confucius Lao Tzu Buddha Hindu philosophers and others

Comparative East-West Philosophy
3 units
A comparative and dialogical analysis of Eastern and Western philosophical currents

Metaethics
3 units
A study of contemporary analytic moral theories especially on moral discourse (referential theory verificationist theory causal theory and meaning-as-use theory); the intuitionism of Moore Pritchard and Ross; the rejection of nonnaturalism; the emotivism of Stevenson; the prescriptivism of Hare; the descriptivism of Searle; and compatibility of freedom and determinism theory

Philosophy of the Unconscious
3 units
A critical and reflective examination of the various philosophical views concerning the existence and nature of the unconscious as well as the philosophical issues that it gives rise to

Philosophy of Technology
3 units
A critical examination of the philosophical views concerning the nature of technology and its effects on society from the classic contrast in the views of Dewey and Heidegger to the contemporary approaches of Baudrillard Borgmann Feenberg and Haraway among others

Structuralism/Post Structuralism
3 units
A study of the philosophy of methods of structuralism and poststructuralism This will explore the ideas of Claude Levi-Strauss Noam Chomsky Jacques Lacan Roland Barthes Louis Althusser Michel Foucalt Jacques Derrida and others

Buddhist Philosophy
3 units
A thorough study of the origin basic teachings and various branches of Buddhism

Chinese Philosophy
3 units
An in-depth study of the philosophies of Confucius Mencius LaoTzu Han FeiTzu Mo Tzu et al

Indian Philosophy
3 units
An in-depth study of Indian though contained in the Vedas Upanishads Ramayana and Mahabharata and Buddhist writings

Any Individual Philosopher
3 units
An in-depth study of the seminal works of any individual philosopher

Seminar in (any philosophical topic)
3 units
A critical analysis of the competing philosophical positions on a specific philosophical controversy

• De La Salle University (DLSU) is one of the most prestigious private universities in the Philippines. Established in 1911, the university has a rich history and a strong commitment to academic excellence, social justice, and environmental sustainability. In this article, we will explore the history, mission, programs, and achievements of DLSU.

History

• DLSU was founded by the Brothers of the Christian Schools, a Catholic religious congregation also known as the De La Salle Brothers. The university started as De La Salle College with just 11 students and four Christian Brothers. It was initially established to provide elementary and vocational education to poor children in Manila. In 1920, the college expanded its programs to include secondary education, and in 1946, it became a university offering undergraduate and graduate programs.

Mission and Values

• DLSU is guided by the Lasallian philosophy, which is based on the teachings of St. John Baptist de La Salle, the founder of the De La Salle Brothers. The Lasallian philosophy emphasizes the importance of education in transforming the lives of individuals and society as a whole. It promotes the values of faith, zeal for service, communion, and respect for life and the environment.
• The mission of DLSU is to provide quality education that transforms individuals and society. The university aims to produce graduates who are competent, committed, and compassionate leaders who will contribute to nation-building and global development.

Programs and Achievements

• DLSU offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields such as business, engineering, social sciences, humanities, law, and science. The university is known for its innovative teaching methods, such as the flipped classroom and project-based learning, which encourage active student participation and engagement.
• DLSU has also received numerous accolades and recognition for its academic excellence and research achievements. It is one of the top universities in the Philippines and has been consistently ranked in various international rankings, such as the QS World University Rankings and the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
• DLSU is also committed to social justice and environmental sustainability. The university has various programs and initiatives that promote social responsibility and environmental stewardship. It has established the Center for Social Concern and Action, which aims to provide opportunities for students to engage in community service and outreach programs. The university also has the Lasallian Institute for the Environment, which focuses on research and advocacy for environmental conservation and sustainability.

Conclusion

• De La Salle University is a premier academic institution that has made significant contributions to Philippine education and society. Guided by the Lasallian philosophy, the university provides quality education that transforms individuals and society. DLSU is known for its academic excellence, innovative teaching methods, and commitment to social justice and environmental sustainability. It continues to be a leader in education and research and is a source of pride for the Philippines.

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