Masters of

Applied Philosophy and Ethics

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The Course

of any human activity in such a way that it is not only technically well done, but is at the same time conducive to the betterment and happiness of all people involved in it, be it the owners, partners, co-workers, clients or beneficiaries.

Course MethodologyThe course follows an active methodology in which the student is encouraged to read and research personally, guided by the lecturer.

Due to the nature of the post-graduate students’ background, the Masters will only require the attendance of two weeks lectures at the beginning and one week exams at the end of each semester.

During the term, the materials to be read and researched will be given through electronic media. Contact with the lecturers will be through email. Students must have access to the Internet, during the course.

Course Content and StructureFirst Semester•TheNatureofThinking:LogicandLanguage

•TheDevelopmentofThinking:Knowledgeand Science

•ThinkingwiththeMasters:ReadingsofAncient Philosophers

Second Semester•TransendentalAnthropology•ThinkingwiththeMasters:Readingsof

Medieval Philosophers•CosmologicalandMetaphysicalReadings

Third Semester•RediscoveringtheFoundationsofEthics•ThinkingwiththeMasters:Readingsof

Modern Philosophers•ResearchMethodsinEthics

Second Year•EthicsofLoveandtheFamily•EthicsofEducation,Communication,

Culture and Arts•PhilosophyofGodandReligion•EthicsofLaw,PoliticsandGovernance

The Master of Ar ts in Applied Philosophy and Ethics isatwo-year,parttimeprogram, intendedto give the scientific base for the development

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eduCaTion FinanCing

To help you manage your education financing, Strathmore has partnered with Commercial Bank of Africa and the World Bank’s International Finance Corporation to offer low-interest loans to students pursuing degrees and diplomas at the University. Students can also get loans from theHigherEducationLoansBoard(HELB).

Second Semester•ThinkingwiththeMasters:Readingof

Contemporary Philosophers•EthicsofLifeandtheEnvironment(Bioethics)

•EthicsofWorkandoftheEconomy

Third Semester•DissertationinAppliedEthics

CareersThis course is aimed at those who by profession, are in a position to make decisions on policy affecting other people, eg Government Officers, DevelopmentOfficers, Lecturers in Ethics, SocialDevelopment, Human Resource Officers,Family DevelopmentOfficers, Psychologists,Psychiatrists, Medical Practitioners interested in the human aspect of their profession, HighOfficerMilitary Instructors,LeadershipConsultants, Journalists, Self Development Consultants, Counsellors and any person interestedinPhilosophyorEthics.

Learning FaCiLiTiesE-LearningStrathmore University is a pioneer in the use of ICT. Our e-learning system enablesstudents to view the coursework material that lecturers have posted, submit their

finished assignments, update their calendars, interact and chat with fellow students, participate in various fora and communicate with their lecturer. Students have access to numerous computer laboratories, unlimited Internet, a wide range of software and e-mail. A wireless network enables students with laptops access to the network from various locations around the campus.

Library The library complex and reading room are spacious, with an atmosphere that is highly conducive to private study and research. The wide range of material contributes to the university’s excellent academic performance. The library system is available online.

enTryThose eligible include(I) Anypersonwithagraduatedegree,

or equivalent, is eligible to enrol in the masters.

(ii) HoldersofLowerSecondClassdegreesin Commerce or Business Studies or atleast2.5GPAplusPostgraduateDiplomas or Certificates in relevant fields of study; or with at least two years working experience in a business or research environment.

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for More details contact: AdmissionsOffice,StrathmoreUniversityPOBox59857-00200CitySquare,Nairobi,KenyaTel(020)6006155Mobile0733618135,0722205428Fax(020)6007498Email admissions@strathmore.eduwww.strathmore.edu

How to reacH us

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At Strathmore University, we are open to everyone, as felt in our warm family atmosphere and the simplicity and confidence with which we engage one another. We encourage open, lively and responsible interaction based on the respect forthefreedomandopinionofothers.Ourcultureandreputation for outstanding excellence has deep roots. We are driven by the desire to enable you recognise the dignity and worth of self and of others and to make that fact propel you to achieve the greatest possible excellence in what you do and to do it for the service of others. Strathmore University is for those seeking to be that peerless professional, revolutionary entrepreneur, inspirational manager or exemplary leader who wants to make an impact and transform our society.

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