Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

Norwegian or English.

Recommended previous knowledge

FIL107 Metaphysics and the Philosophy of Mind

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course, the students shall

 

Knowledge

- have knowledge of consciousness, emotions, intelligence, and will

- have knowledge of similarities and differences between philosophical and psychological methods

 

Skills

be able to philosophically reflect on the structures of the human mind

- be able to evaluate basic psychological research from a philosophical point of view

 

General competence

¿ be able to communicate and reflect on the structures of the human mind, as studied in the intersection of psychology and philosophy

Contents

The human mind is studied in both psychology and philosophy. In this course we look at various topics in the intersection of psychology and philosophy. Central questions are: What is consciousness? What are emotions? What is the will? What is intelligence? How should we study these phenomena? What can psychology and philosophy learn from each other? What are the central philosophical presuppositions of psychological research?

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures and student based study groups. If there are non-Norwegian speaking students present, the lectures will be given in English. Expected workload is approximately 270 hours.

Examination requirements

This course has one mandatory midterm exam, which the student has to pass before he/she can take the final exam.

Examinations

Three days individual take-home exam (Length: 3000 words). Grade: A-F

Student evaluation

The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.

Offered as a free-standing course

Yes. Subject to avalibility or capacity.
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