| Unit name | Metaphysics |
|---|---|
| Unit code | PHIL20044 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | I/5 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Linnebo |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
None |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | Department of Philosophy |
| Faculty | Faculty of Arts |
The unit will provide a thorough introduction to core issues in contemporary metaphysics. Central issues include the following. What are ontological commitments and what is their philosophical significance? Are there abstract objects? Are there properties or universals in addition to individuals or particulars? What is it for an object to persist through time? What is the right account of modality? Are there any necessary connections in the world? Does reality have some fundamental level?
Aims:
The unit aims to provide a thorough introduction to core issues in contemporary metaphysics.
Students will be able to discuss and critically engage with the main answer to questions such as the following. What are ontological commitments and what is their philosophical significance? Are there abstract objects? Are there properties or universals in addition to individuals or particulars? What is it for an object to persist through time? What is the right account of modality? Are there any necessary connections in the world? Does reality have some fundamental level?
There will be twelve lectures and twelve seminars.
The unit will be assessed by means of a 3-hour written exam.
The formative assessment will consist of two essays of 1500-2000 words.
