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 161-023 Medieval Philosophy

Note

Formerly available as 161-229/329. Students who have completed 161-229/329 are not eligible to enrol in this subject. This subject is offered alternate years with 161-019 Greek Philosophy.

Credit Points

12.5

HECS Band

1

Coordinator

Dr Brian Scarlett

Prerequisites

A first year single-semester philosophy subject. Students who lack this prerequisite, but believe themselves adequately prepared to attempt second/third year subjects, should consult the head of department.

Semester

Not Offered (view timetable)

Subject Description

Thinking about human nature, the body, sex, death and the possibility of a transcendent dimension to life is still heavily influenced by medieval thought. In this subject this influence will be examined and criticised through a study of a range of philosophical texts. Students should gain the ability to understand and criticise philosophical texts from the 5th to the 13th century and bring to the investigation of certain contemporary philosophical problems an informed sense of the contributions made to their solution in the middle ages.



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