Methodical instructions for the course "Philosophy" are developed in accordance with the working program of the discipline "Philosophy" for students of foreign citizens of all forms of education. Methodical presentation of theoretical and practical material will help students to master the history and theory of philosophy, the basic principles of human thinking in questions of cognition and practical knowledge of the world. CONTENT Introduction ................................................................................................ 5 Teaching-thematic plan of discipline ......................................................... 6 Lecture thematic-content part of the course ............................................... 7 Organization of practical classes and independent work of students .................................................. 13 Recommendations for the writing of the abstract ...................................... 50 Question for final control ........................................................................... 52 Criteria for assessing students' knowledge and abilities ............................ 54