Course - History of Philosophy 1 - FI1401
FI1401 - History of Philosophy 1
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Assignment and Written examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skriftlig eksamen | 1/2 | 4 timer | ||
| Oppgave | 1/2 |
Course content
Western philosophy began in ancient Greece, where Platos and Aristotles writings and ideas formed the subject of philosophy as we know it today. At the end of the Renaissance René Descartes took up questions about the nature of consciousness and knowledge in a new way. Today all epistemologists and moral philosophers must relate to the 18th century thinker David Hume.
The curriculum consists largely of original texts, and the main emphasis is on making students familiar with the philosophers' own writings. These are, however, illustrated by secondary literature from our own time. The courses also provide a general overview of the history of western philosophy from Antiquity to the Early Modern period.
Learning outcome
A candidate who has passed the course is expected to have the following knowledge and skills, as assessed in relation to the course curriculum:
Knowledge
The candidate:
- has knowledge of the main features of the philosophical positions of Plato, Aristotle, Descartes and Hume.
- has more detailed knowledge of some key texts of the above philosophers.
Skills
The candidate:
- has the ability to read philosophical original texts (in translation) from Antiquity to the Early Modern period and to relate to secondary literature on these.
- has the ability to see the arguments of the above philosophers in relation to one other, and to philosophical issues of own time.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, groups and self-study. In order to sit the exam, students must submit and get approved one written assignment (1600-3200 words, 12-point Times New Roman, 1.5 line spacing.)The written assignment is only given in the semester when the subject is taught, but is valid for this and the subsequent semester.
Compulsory assignments
- Written assignment
Further on evaluation
Evaluation by essay and four-hour written exam (no syllabus materials permitted). The written exam aims to a greater extent to test breadth of knowledge. Both parts are weighted equally. The individual parts will not be graded, evaluation by an overall grade. In order for the students to pass, both exam parts must be considered to have a level that would have been equivalent to a passing grade. In case of retakes, students must redo both exams.
Essay is written on the basis of the written assignment after feedback from group leader/supervision, and should be 2400-4000 words long. 2 copies to be submitted before 2 p.m.to the Department Office. (see examination dates for date).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FI1102 | 7.5 | ||
| FI1201 | 7.5 | ||
| HFFI112 | 7.5 |
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Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2017
Language of instruction: Norwegian
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- Philosophy
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies
Examination
Examination arrangement: Assignment and Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Oppgave
1/2
Submission
2017-12-13 -
Room Building Number of candidates - Autumn ORD Skriftlig eksamen 1/2 2017-12-19 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates -
Spring
ORD
Oppgave
1/2
Submission
2018-05-16 -
Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Skriftlig eksamen 1/2 2018-05-24 09:00
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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.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"