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PY5325 Texts in Contemporary Metaphysics

Academic year(s): 2018-2019

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: tbc

This module will enable students to focus on recent research topics in metaphysics, through close study of primary texts. Students will learn about the topics in question and also about methodologies in this area. Topics to be covered may include persistence and time, causation, social metaphysics, parts and wholes, inter-level metaphysics, or the metaphysics of modality.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2 hours.

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

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

Personnel

Module teaching staff: Prof K Hawley