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Study Model

Autumn 2022

Compulsory courses

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Spring 2023

Compulsory courses

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Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course the students shall

Knowledge

  • Have an overview of philosophy as a subject, both historic and contemporary
  • Have an understanding of central ethical, rational, metaphysical and epistemological issues related to religion and society

Skills

  • Be able to discuss philosophical problems and evaluate these
  • Be able to analyze philosophical texts, sources and general statements and draw independent conclusions based on this material

General competence

  • Know how to deal with philosophical questions, both theoretical and practical, in addition to convey knowledge both orally and in writing
  • Be able to apply philosophical analysis and reflection on specific practical problems that one may meet at work and in everyday life

Admission requirements

Higher Education Entrance Qualification

General description and profile of the programme

Philosophy can be seen as the study of the foundation of our reality, our knowledge, our argumentation and ethical choices. The one-year study of philosophy provides knowledge about philosophy as a subject, and its application on ethics, religion and society. It consists of six courses of 10 credits each, and gives an introduction to specific practical and theoretical issues.

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures, seminars and group discussions (consult the individual course descriptions).

Assessment methods

Several assessment forms used, e.g. term paper, home exam, written examination and oral examination. The types of assessments are adjusted as far as possible to the aim of providing the development of independent critical reflection and discussion.

Occupational profiles of graduates and access to further studies

The programme can be included as an integral part in several Bachelor degrees, including the unspecified Bachelor degree.

It also provides admission to further studies in philosophy.

Student evaluations

Study programme evaluation is conducted annually in the programme committee in accordance with the Quality System, section 4.2. Before the meeting of the study programme committee, the student representative may obtain suggestions and ideas from fellow students.

Contact person

Einar D. Bøhn, einar.d.bohn@uia.no.

Other information

It is a requirement that all students at UiA have their own portable computer (`laptop¿) for use in teaching and examinations, see Examination Regulations, University of Agder, §12d.
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