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Undergraduate Module Descriptor
PHL2010A: Philosophy of Mind - 1
This module descriptor refers to the 2017/8 academic year.
Module Aims
This module aims to present and discuss conceptual issues that arise when one tries to understand what the mind is. It analyzes the mind-body problem in its various facets: how it emerged, what it implies, and whether and how it can be overcome. At the end of the course, students will be familiar with major, classic and contemporary views, including "substance dualism", "property dualism", "behaviourism", "identity theory", "instrumentalism", "functionalism", "eliminativism", and "extended mind".
| On successfully completing the programme you will be able to: | |
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| Module-Specific Skills | 1. Present and discuss several philosophical notions of "mind" 2. Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of various proposed solutions to the mind-body problem |
| Discipline-Specific Skills | 3. Summarize and discuss several philosophical theories 4. Demonstrate knowledge of essential philosophical concepts 5. Break down philosophical arguments and evaluate them 6. Present and justify their own philosophical views with appropriate arguments |
| Personal and Key Skills | 7. Communicate ideas clearly and appropriately by written and oral means 8. Discuss abstract ideas in a clear and competent way 9. Engage critically with the assigned readings 10. Engage productively in group discussion |