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FI3203

Specialised Master's Course in Philosophy

This course is no longer taught and is only available for examination.

Credits 22.5
Level Second degree level
Language of instruction Norwegian
Location Trondheim
Examination arrangement Assignment and written examination

About

About the course

Course content

This course enables the students to select an area of philosophy which they want to specialize in. The students can choose to follow one of the department's seminars relating to a special topic - the department offers seminars in various areas of philosophy each semester.

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

  • The candidate has in-depth knowledge of a particular topic/problem area, or a particular philosopher/topic in the history of philosophy of relevance to the student's master thesis.

Skills

  • Compared to specialization courses at bachelor's level, students at master's level are expected to demonstrate a greater degree of independence in their dealings with philosophical research questions.
  • The candidate has the ability to orient themselves in an extensive literature, and find complementary literature of relevance to the chosen research question.
  • The candidate has the ability to solve the research question through an independent written assignment, with clear argumentation/discussion, under supervision.
  • The candidate has the ability to present the essay, or a draft thereof, orally.

Learning methods and activities

Seminars and self-study.

In order to sit the exam students must submit their approved reading list to the Department as well as present the essay or draft version thereof at the department's masters seminar (alternatively some other departmental forum).

Compulsory assignments

  • Oral presentation
  • Approved course material/reading list

Further on evaluation

The assessment is based on an essay (8000-12000 words) written with supervision, which makes up 60% of the final grade, and a six-hour written exam (no materials), which makes up 40% of the final grade. The written exam aims to a greater extent to test breadth of knowledge. Students are strongly advised to submit a draft version of their essay to their teacher/supervisor for feedback prior to final submission.

Both exams must be passed in the same semester. In case of retakes, students must redo both exams.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Philosophy and Ethics (MFI)

Required previous knowledge

Admission to Master's programme in Philosophy and Ethics.

Course materials

Students compose their curriculum/reading list in consultation with lecturer.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From
FI3103 22.5 sp Spring 2006
FI3112 15 sp Autumn 2025
FI3111 15 sp Autumn 2025
This course has academic overlap with the courses in the table above. If you take overlapping courses, you will receive a credit reduction in the course where you have the lowest grade. If the grades are the same, the reduction will be applied to the course completed most recently.

Subject areas

  • Philosophy

Contact information

Department with academic responsibility

Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Assignment and written examination
Grade: Letter grades

Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025

Assignment
Weighting 6/10 Examination aids Code A Date Release 2025-10-01
Submission 2025-12-08
Time Release 09:00
Submission 14:00
Exam system Inspera Assessment
School exam
Weighting 4/10 Examination aids Code E Date 2025-11-21 Time 09:00 Duration 6 hours Exam system Inspera Assessment
Place and room for school exam

The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.

Sluppenvegen 14
Room SL111 grønn sone
1 candidate

Ordinary examination - Spring 2026

Assignment
Weighting 6/10 Examination aids Code A Exam system Inspera Assessment
School exam
Weighting 4/10 Examination aids Code E Duration 6 hours Exam system Inspera Assessment Place and room Not specified yet.