Theory of Virtue (P01288)

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

The theory of virtue is a central area in moral philosophy, which has played an important part in the thought of philosophers from many different traditions, and whose centrality is now being increasingly recognised in Anglo-American philosophy. By approaching the topic from a historical perspective, this course seeks to bridge the gap between historical philosophy (Ancient and Early Modern) and contemporary philosophy.

Shared with UG course Theory of Virtue U00166.

Venue: 11.18 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 1 (Blocks 1-2)

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 11 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
18/09/2007	16:00	18:00	Room 11.18, David Hume Tower	Central

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Tuesday	16:10	18:00	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

The coursework involves close and critical analysis of various historical and current views on central issues in virtue theory. Students are asked to read, critically assess and discuss some of the most important texts in this field. 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.