Theories of Mind (Philosophy MSc) (P01281)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 11 ? Acronym : PPL-P-MSCTOM

In these seminars we will look at psychological explanation and mental structure, and consider the relation between psychological explanation and more traditional philosophical questions. In particular, are psychologists attempting to explain the same phenomena as philosophers? We also discuss philosophical approaches to explaining the nature of conscious experience, the place of mental states in the causal structure of the world, and the commitments of folk psychology.

Shared with UG course Theories of Mind (Philosophy Hons) U00165.

Venue: 7.18 David Hume Tower

Entry Requirements

? Costs : None.

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Philosophy, (School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences, Schedule I)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : Postgraduate

? Delivery Period : Semester 2 (Blocks 3-4)

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 12 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
11/01/2008	14:00	16:00	Room 7.18, David Hume Tower	Central

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Friday	14:00	15:50	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

The coursework involves close and critical analysis of various historical and current views on central issues in theories of mind. Students are asked to read, critically assess and discuss some of the most important texts in these fields. Students are encouraged to develop their skills in individual research through the writing of essays, and to develop their critical, analytic and communication skills through informal discussion and oral presentations in tutorial groups.