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Life Pacific College

Programme Detail: Roots of Modern Thought

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Roots of Modern Thought
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number Ph 214
Description An examination of the foundations of modern and postmodern thought in an effort to discover why contemporary persons think as they do. Beginning with the Greek philosophers, lines of philosophical thought are examined to assist the student in thoughtfully, respectfully, and biblically joining the "great conversations" of our time.
Keywords Philosophy, General Education
Languages Programme Available in English (UK, International)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available International (e.g. distance learning) / All international
Area of Ministry and Focus Transforming Culture, Arts and the Media / History, Philosophy and Other Humanities
Residential/Non Residential Non Residential
Full-time or Part-time Part-time
Level Degree
Cost Range From US$10,000 to less than US$100,000
Actual Cost $380
Bursaries/scholarships available No
Actual Length 6 months
Average hours of study per week 5
Methods of instruction Print-based independent study
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) 80%
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) 10%
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). 10%
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 30
Prerequisite Programmes
Other Prerequisites
Qualifications gained 2 units of credit
Qualifications this programme is part of
Programme Accredited by
Other Accrediting Bodies Western Association of Schools and Colleges; Association for Biblical Higher Education