Module manager: Dr Jessica Isserow
Email: j.m.isserow@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2024/25
| PHIL1333 | PPE First Year Seminar - Semester 1 |
This module is not approved as an Elective
This module is open only to first year students admitted to the PPE program, and who have satisfactorily completed PPE First Year Seminar PHIL1333. It builds on PHIL1333 to further develop basic skills in philosophy and extend knowledge of core theories, arguments and texts in moral and political philosophy.
This module develops basic skills in philosophy through engagement with philosophical texts in moral and political philosophy.
On completion of this module students should be able to demonstrate:
1. A good grasp of classical and contemporary arguments and theories in moral and political philosophy through clear and accurate exposition of leading philosophical treatments of the topics explored.
2. An awareness of the complexity of these issues.
3. The ability to analyse arguments critically and develop their own position in relation to these issues through written argument.
Written communication
Problem solving
Analysis, criticality and argument
This syllabus is indicative only and is subject to change.
Topics include:
Utilitarianism
Deontology
Libertarianism
Free speech
Moral worth
Moral character
Moral imperfection
Personal identity
The metaphysics of gender
The metaphysics of race
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | 10 | 1.5 | 15 |
| Seminar | 10 | 1.5 | 15 |
| Private study hours | 170 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 30 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200 | ||
Reading assigned texts: 6.5 hrs/week (65 hours)
Reflection on assigned texts: 6.5 hrs/ week (65 hours)
Writing essay (includes research, planning, drafting, polishing): 40 hours
Student progress will be monitored through seminar contribution where the level of understanding of texts and the ability to develop coherent analysis can be monitored. It provides real-time correction of misunderstanding of subject matter, as well as feedback on the development of core philosophical skills of argument analysis (which is formally assessed through the essays).
There is an opportunity to submit a 1000-word essay plan for feedback.
There are also office hours when students can discuss course content and essay plans.
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Essay | 2000 word essay (end of module) | 100 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
The reading list is available from the Library website
Last updated: 8/25/2023
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