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PH404H: ANCIENT ETHICS (2017-2018)

Last modified: 27 Feb 2018 18:15


Course Overview

This course is an exploration of Ancient Greek ethics through a careful study of the arguments of several important Greek philosophers (e.g., thinkers such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle). Through close readings of primary texts, classroom discussions, and writing assignments, students will become familiar with the way in which these crucial early philosophers addressed important ethical issues.

Course Details

Study Type Undergraduate Level 4
Session First Sub Session Credit Points 30 credits (15 ECTS credits)
Campus Old Aberdeen Sustained Study No
Co-ordinators
  • Dr Michael Laffin

Qualification Prerequisites

None.

What courses & programmes must have been taken before this course?

  • Either Programme Level 4 or Programme Level 5
  • Any Undergraduate Programme (Studied)

What other courses must be taken with this course?

None.

What courses cannot be taken with this course?

  • PH304H Ancient Ethics (Studied)
  • PH354H Ancient Ethics (Studied)
  • PH454H Ancient Ethics (Studied)
  • PH45AV Ancient Ethics (Passed)

Are there a limited number of places available?

No

Course Description

This course is an exploration of Ancient Greek ethics through a careful study of the arguments of several important Greek philosophers (e.g., thinkers such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle). Through close readings of primary texts, classroom discussions, and writing assignments, students will become familiar with the way in which these crucial early philosophers addressed important ethical issues.


Contact Teaching Time

Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.

Teaching Breakdown

More Information about Week Numbers


Details, including assessments, may be subject to change until 31 August 2023 for 1st half-session courses and 22 December 2023 for 2nd half-session courses.

Summative Assessments

1st Attempt

  • 3,500 word Essay (50%)
  • 2 hour Exam (50%)

Formative Assessment

There are no assessments for this course.

Feedback

Feedback will be given via essay and exam cover sheets.

Course Learning Outcomes

 

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