PPR.303: Issues in the Philosophy of Mind - Undergraduate Modules - Department of Politics, Philosophy and Religion PPR, Lancaster University, UK


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PPR303: Issues in the Philosophy of Mind Tutor: Rachel Cooper Term: Not available 2013/14 Course Description This course will introduce students to some advanced topics in the philosophy of mind. Through the debates examined students will be exposed to a number of methodological approaches in the philosophy of mind - including the use of empirical evidence in philosophy, conceptual analysis, ordinary language philosophy andthought experimentation. Topics examined willvary from year to year but may include: consciousness understanding other minds self-knowledge emotions understanding abnormal mental states the self perception evolutionary psychology animal minds, alien minds and computer minds mental causation Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this module students will be able to: Outline and critically assess a number of debates in the philosophy of mind. Understand the uses of a variety of methods in philosophy. Develop their ownphilosophical arguments present philosophical ideas clearly both orally and in writing. Assessment 40% coursework and 60% exam. Coursework: 1 essays of 3000 words. Exam: 2 hours. Teaching Method Lecture (1.5 hours) and seminar (1 hour) weekly. Introductory Reading Robert Kirk (2003) Mind and Body. «Go Back
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