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FIL-2003: Existentialism

Work Load
10  credits (ECTS)
Type of course
Theoretical subject.
Level of course/Year of study
Normally third year.
Language of instruction
Norwegian
Examination semester
Autumn
Objectives
This is a free choice subject within bachelor degree studies in Philosophy. It serves as a subsidiary subject for social science and humanities fields.

Contents
The main emphasis of this course is on philosophers in the Kierkegaard and Heidegger tradition. Here, a discussion of modern society¿s unforeseeable and alienating effects on the existence and self-awareness of the individual will form the main theme.

Form of teaching
Lectures.
Coursework requirements

Essay
Exam and assessment
Portfolio assessment

Two essays 4-5 pages in length on a stipulated subject. The essays must be submitted at specified times with with four days'' notice concerning the submission deadline.

Contact person/lecturer
Pål Bye Jensen
Recommended reading/syllabus
See homepage.


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