Course content

The course is for Master's students who have pre-approved study-abroad as part of their Master's in Philosophy and Ethics.

The course is an independent study with a prescribed curriculum of approx. 650 pages.

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 topic or research question.
• The candidate has the ability to solve the research question through an independent written assignment, with clear argumentation/discussion, under supervision.

Learning methods and activities

Self study, supervision. Approved reading list must be handed in to the Department.

Compulsory assignments

• Approved reading list.

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

Admission to the Master's programme in Philosophy and Ethics.

Course materials

The reading list is set up in collaboration with the student's supervisor.