Philosophy 9/10
3 hours per week
408 available in Semester 1 only
409 available in Semester 2 only
Year 9/10 Philosophy provides students with an opportunity to be part of an online community of inquirers, separated by distance, but not by purpose. Students will be introduced to key ideas from a range of great philosophers and will develop their skills of inquiry as they explore age-old philosophical ideas and apply them to their own lives.
The focus of the first semester is 'Relationships'. Our Relationships with family, friends, loved ones, animals, authority, strangers and the environment will be investigated. The big questions, such as 'What is love?', 'Should we submit to social rules?', and 'Do animals have intrinsic value?' will be explored and debated. You will be using knowledge, reasoning and logic to formulate your own ideas and approaches to relationships.
The second semester explores the philosophical idea of ‘Meaning’; considering the role of religion, science, art, history and popular culture. Are we free to chose how to live, or must we accept our fate? Can religion, science or reason provide us with meaning? Does contemplating the meaning of death provide a fresh perspective on life? These are some of the questions that students will consider.
The Year 9/10 Philosophy is an online course; class activities will necessitate students having a minimum of 2 hours’ access to the internet per week. It is vital that an accurate, frequently checked email address is clearly shown in the student’s enrolment application.
Please note:
The Year 9/10 Philosophy is an online course; class activities will necessitate students having a minimum of 2 hours’ access to the internet per week. It is vital that an accurate, frequently checked email address is clearly shown in the student’s enrolment application.
- This subject is not part of the compulsory Core subject selection - it is offered as an extension subject for those students who require an extra challenge.
- Students must contact their school year level Co-ordinator before choosing this subject.
- Students may choose to complete both semesters of Philosophy, Semester one ‘Relationships’ or Semester two ‘Meaning’.
