Module: Topics in European Philosophy

Module Specifications..

Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Topics in European Philosophy
Module Code	TP321
School	59
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Ian Leask Semester 2: Ian Leask Autumn: Ian Leask
Module Teachers	Ian Leask
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	7.5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

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Description

An introduction to important themes and figures in post-Kantian Continental thought. This course provides a survey of important themes and issues in German Idealism, Marxism, Phenomenology, Existentialism, and Post-Structuralism. Among particular figures considered are: Hegel, Marx, Kierkegaard, Heidegger, De Beauvoir and Foucault.

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate a breadth of knowledge and understanding of a variety of themes and topics in philosophy.
2. Engage with a variety of particular issues, themes and topics in philosophy.
3. Enjoy enhanced critical and analytical skills.

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	22	No Description
Independent Study	103	No Description
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

German Idealism
Hegel and the 'completion' of philosophy

Marx
Marx's materialist response to Hegel. Base and Superstructure. Althusser on the 'Ideological State Apparatus'

Kierkegaard
Religious faith as beyond philosophical containment? Subjective truth. The Knight of Faith. The 'suspension of the ethical'

Phenomenology
Husserl - intentionality; presence and absence. Heidegger - finitude and authenticity. De Beauvoir - the making of 'woman'

Foucault
Modernity and docility. The school as vector of power

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Essay	n/a	100%	n/a

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

W. Mc Neill & K. Feldman (eds): 0, Continental Philosophy: An Anthology,
Richard Kearney (ed): 0, Continental Philosophy in the 20th Century,

Other Resources

None

Programme or List of Programmes

BAJH	Bachelor of Arts (BAJH)
BAJHI	Bachelor of Arts (BAJHI)

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