Universität Wien
Course Exam

180016 VO-L History of Philosophy I (Antiquity) (2016S)

From the Presocratics to Plato

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 18 - Philosophie

Wednesday 29.06.2016

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Examination topics

We will proceed thematically focusing on ancient cosmology and ancient ethics. We will aim to analyze the conceptual tools and arguments of ancient philosophers, their interaction and dialogue, especially on the issues of cosmology and ethical action.

Assessment and permitted materials

Written Examination

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Familiarity with important ancient philosophical concepts, methods and arguments.

Main aim of the course is that students gain knowledge of ancient philosophy from the beginnings with the Presocratics and until Aristotle and that they by the end of the course have understood the main philosophical questions that preoccupied ancient philosophers.

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