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161-029 Philosophy and Literature | |
Note | Formerly available as 161-242/342. Students who have completed 161-242/342 are not eligible to enrol in this subject. |
Credit Points | 12.5 |
HECS Band | 1 |
Coordinator | Dr Katrine Keuneman |
Prerequisites | A first year single-semester philosophy subject, or first year European studies, see Prerequisites. Students who lack these prerequisite, but believe themselves adequately prepared to attempt second/third year subjects, should consult the head of department. |
Semester | 2 (view timetable) |
Contact | Two 1-hour lectures per week for the first 11 weeks, and a 1-hour tutorial per week beginning the third week of semester |
Subject Description | This subject is an exploration of some of the philosophical problems concerning the self raised by autobiographical writing. The links between literary and philosophical texts will be examined, as well as themes like narrative unity and human identity; selfhood and temporality; and the possibility of self-knowledge. On completion of the subject, students should have gained insight into the problems of writing about oneself, and skills in extracting philosophical implications from literary texts. |
Assessment | Written work totalling 4000 words and participation in tutorials. |
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