Specialisation Course in Ethics and Political Philosophy I

The specialisation course in ethics and political philosophy enables students through seminars/lectures on ethics and political philosophy to concentrate on this one subject area of philosophy. In order to achieve a specialisation/major in philosophy students are required take 30 credits in philosophy at 2000 level. The lectures/seminars in the autumn semester is an introduction to ethics and political philosophy, while the lectures/seminars in the spring term offers a broader specialisation within the area of ethics and political philosophy.

Students should acquire in-depth knowledge about a particular problem area or philosopher within the subject area in question.

Seminars and self-study. The assessment is based on an essay written with supervision, which makes up 60% of the final grade, and a four-hour written exam (no materials), which makes up 40% of the final grade. In order to sit the school exam, students must have handed in the essay. In case of retakes, students must redo both exams. Practical information regarding the essay: Date for submission is given under the examination dates. Two hard copies before 2 p.m. to the Department Office. Length: 15-20 pages using 12-point Times New Roman, 1.5 line spacing. Front page: Course code, date, student id.