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180001 EV-L STEOP: Theoretical Philosophy (2013W)

8.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 18 - Philosophie

This lecture course is an introduction to theoretical philosophy focusing on ten central problems: proofs for the existence of God, causality, the definition of knowledge, epistemological scepticism, personal identity, other minds, rule-following, personal names, tradition and critique in science, realism and instrumentalism in science.
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Details

Language: German

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Monday 07.10. 17:00 - 19:00 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 14.10. 17:00 - 19:00 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 21.10. 17:00 - 19:00 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 28.10. 17:00 - 19:00 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 04.11. 17:00 - 19:00 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 11.11. 17:00 - 19:00 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 18.11. 17:00 - 19:00 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 25.11. 17:00 - 19:00 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 02.12. 17:00 - 19:00 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Saturday 07.12. 10:00 - 12:00 Hörsaal I NIG Erdgeschoß
  • Monday 09.12. 17:00 - 19:00 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 16.12. 17:00 - 19:00 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 13.01. 17:00 - 19:00 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 20.01. 17:00 - 19:00 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 27.01. 17:00 - 19:00 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

This lecture course is an introduction to theoretical philosophy focusing on ten central problems: proofs for the existence of God, causality, the definition of knowledge, epistemological scepticism, personal identity, other minds, rule-following, personal names, tradition and critique in science, realism and instrumentalism in science.

Assessment and permitted materials

Written exam

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Aims are an understanding of the listed problems; the ability to reflect critically on suggested solutions; the ability to read and discuss philosophical texts.

Examination topics

Lectures, discussions

Reading list

A reader will be available at the beginning of October.

Association in the course directory

BA (neu) M1.1 (StEOP-Modul 1.1)

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