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PY4615 Metaphysics

Academic year(s): 2016-2017

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 10

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: TBC

This module covers a series of inter-related issues in the metaphysics of modality and time. Topics to be discussed include: the metaphysical status of past and future objects; how objects and persons persist through time; the metaphysical status of merely possible worlds and individuals; and questions about identity across possible worlds. Readings from Saul Kripke, David Lewis, Ted Sider, Derek Parfit, and others.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact:

Scheduled learning hours: 33

Guided independent study hours: 267

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews:

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Personnel

Module teaching staff: TBC