PH16: Philosophy of Mind 1
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Philosophy of Mind 1
Philosophy of Mind 1
PH16
NFQ Level:
8
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Module Aims:
This module aims to introduce students to the ways in which philosophers have
understood the mind, its activities and its role in human life.
Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to
Learning Outcomes
Associated Programme Outcomes
On completing this module, students will be able to:
MO1
examine how various philosophers
have understood the mind, its
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relationship with the bodily aspects
of human life, especially with the
senses, and the nature of human
consciousness.
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identify some of the key issues that
arise about the mind and its
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activities.
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assess some of the key theories
about the mind, consciousness and
the nature of human understanding.
Pre-requisite Learning
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5
PH16: Philosophy of Mind 1
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not
enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section
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This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not
enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section
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Self-directed reading and revision
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Researching, structuring information, writing up
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PH16: Philosophy of Mind 1