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FI1003 - Epistemology and Philosophy of Science

About

Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Essay
Grade: Letter grades

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Essay 100/100

Course content

The course provides an introduction to recent theories of science and knowledge.

Key themes in epistemology (theory of knowledge) are: the classical analysis of knowledge and its problems; skepticism; the distinction between 'knowing that' and 'knowing how'; epistemological internalism and externalism.

Key themes in philosophy of science are: the distinction between science and pseudo-science; different conceptions of scientific progress; science and truth; science, technology, and power; science, society, and ethics; feministic approaches to the philosophy of science and epistemology.

Learning outcome

According to the course curriculum, a candidate who passes this course is expected to have the following learning outcome, defined as knowledge and skills:

Knowledge:

  • familiar with central debates and theories in current epistemology
  • knowledge about central issues in philosophy of science, concerning the nature of science and scientific progress
  • familiar with central debates about the role of science in society

Skills:

  • can apply different epistemological theories to cast light on themes such as skepticism and justification
  • can critically evaluate different conceptions of science, based on central theories in current philosophy of science
  • can discuss, orally and in writing, central issues and debates in epistemology and philosophy of science

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, seminars and self-study.

In order to be admitted to the final exam an obligatory activity must be approved. For more information on this activity, see Blackboard. The obligatory activity is only given the semester the course is taught, but is valid for this and the subsequent semester.

Compulsory assignments

  • Approved obligatory activity

Further on evaluation

Evaluation by essay (2400-4000 ord).

Required previous knowledge

None.

Course materials

The required reading list will be available at the beginning of the semester.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From To
FI1303 7.5 AUTUMN 2022
FI1203 7.5 AUTUMN 2022
FI1103 7.5 AUTUMN 2022
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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2024

Language of instruction: Norwegian

Location: Trondheim

Subject area(s)
  • Ethics
  • Philosophy
Contact information
Course coordinator:

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies

Examination

Examination arrangement: Essay

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Autumn ORD Essay 100/100

Release
2023-11-08

Submission
2023-11-22


09:00


14:00

INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring ORD Essay 100/100

Release
2024-04-12

Submission
2024-05-15


09:00


14:00

INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
Examination

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