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Course Description
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Course Name
Metaphysics
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Host University
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
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Location
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Area of Study
Philosophy
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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ECTS Credits
6 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
COURSE OBJECTIVE
The aims of the course are to:
- introduce the student into a number of metaphysical terms, theses, and problems
- introduce the student into a number of contemporary discussions about these theses and problems, mainly in the broadly ‘analytical’ style.
- familiarize the student with a number of classic papers of the contemporary metaphysical literature
- teach the student how to write a paperCOURSE CONTENT
The topics that shall be discussed in the course are:
- what is a substance or individual thing?
- the distinction between intrinsic and relational properties
- theories about time
- theories about universals
- the problem of identity across time
- what is "existence" (What sorts of things exist?)TEACHING METHODS
ClassesTYPE OF ASSESSMENT
The final grade is calculated as follows:
• Written examination (50%)
• Final paper (50%)
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
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