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FI3700 - Self Study

About

Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Assignment
Grade: Letter grades

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Assignment 100/100

Course content

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

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.

Further on evaluation

The assessment is based on an essay (2000-4000 words). Students are strongly advised to submit a draft version of their essay to their teacher/supervisor for feedback prior to final submission.

Specific conditions

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

Required previous knowledge

Admission to the Master's programme in Philosophy.

Course materials

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

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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  AUTUMN 2023

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2024

Language of instruction: Norwegian

Location: Trondheim

Subject area(s)
  • Philosophy
Contact information

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies

Examination

Examination arrangement: Assignment

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

Release
2023-11-17

Submission
2023-12-01


09:00


14:00

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

Release
2024-05-16

Submission
2024-05-31


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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