Does Generative AI Have Philosophical Wisdom?

In this research-based course, students will investigate one of the most thought-provoking questions of the digital age: Do large language models possess philosophical wisdom? Under the guidance of the instructor, participants will select a philosophical topic of personal interest—such as free will, skepticism, ethics, consciousness, or another major area—and design a focused research project around it.

Students will craft a series of philosophical questions and interactions with a large language model (LLM) to evaluate the depth, coherence, and insightfulness of its responses. Through critical comparison with established philosophical texts and theories, students will analyze whether AI demonstrates genuine philosophical reasoning or sophisticated pattern imitation.

The course culminates in a digital research poster and an oral defense of findings before peers and faculty. Participants will gain experience in philosophical analysis, research design, and scholarly presentation within the context of emerging AI technologies.