Introduction to Philosophy 1 (PP0002)

? Credit Points : 40 ? SCQF Level : 8 ? Acronym : PPL-1-IP1-PH

This course is a general introduction to Philosophy. Questions discussed include: what is the source of the authority of moral principles? To what extent can moral judgements be be rationally justified? Do we have free will? Are mind and body distinct entities? What is the nature of causality? The aim of the course is to train students to think and express themselves clearly by means of reflection to central philosophical questions such as these. Reference will be made, where appropriate, to the views of both contemporary and classical philosophers.

Entry Requirements

none

Variants

? This course has variants for part year visiting students, as follows

Introduction to Philosophy 1 (VS1) (Semester 1 (Blocks 1-2))
Introduction to Philosophy 1 (VS2) (Semester 2 (Blocks 3-4))

Subject Areas

Home subject area

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

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 1st year

? Delivery Period : Full Year (Blocks 1-4)

? Contact Teaching Time : 3 hour(s) per week for 22 weeks

? Other Required Attendance : 1 hour(s) per week for 22 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
19/09/2007	10:00	11:00	Lecture Theatre, George Square Theatre	Central

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Monday	10:00	10:50	Central
Lecture	Wednesday	10:00	10:50	Central
Lecture	Friday	10:00	10:50	Central

? Additional Class Information : Tutorials: to be arranged

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

to introduce the student to characteristically philosophical ways of thinking

to enable the student to express philosophical ideas and arguments both orally and in writing

Assessment Information

3 x 950 word essays, 1 exam in Dec, 1 exam in May. Coursework: each essay and Dec exam counts for 25%; final assessment: 50% May exam; 50% coursework; must obtain at least 34% in exam in May.