Philosophy of science
Object: The course will give students an introduction to basic questions in philosophy of science. How is the world constructed? How is it possible to acquire knowledge about the universe? Emphasis on showing various philosophical positions and the meaning of basic consideration and reflection. The students` reflection on their own experience and project will be very important.
Academic content: The course will deal with the following main subjects:
1. Paradigms in philosophy of science
2. Ontology
3. Epistemology
4. Reflection on own experience and project
5. Ethics
6. Aesthetics
Workform:
15 hours seminar lecturing:
Wed 16.09: 11.15–14.00
Wed 23.09: 11.15–14.00 (NOTE: Room!)
Wed 30.09: 11.15–14.00
Wed 07.10: 11.15–14.00
Wed 14.10: 11.15–14.00
Prequalifications:
The course starts 16/09/2009 / Week 38, and ends 14/10/2009 / Week 42
Location: Auditoriet i Kong Oscarsgt 62
Provider: MA design
Target group: MA Design
Target year of study: Master 2
Capacity: 18
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