Systematic Theology 2Ah: Uses of Philosophy (DV0103)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 8 ? Acronym : DIV-2-ST2A

The course introduces students to the relationship between thought/language and reality: the so-called problem of universals, together with how God is understood in philosophical contexts.

Entry Requirements

? Pre-requisites : Students should already have 120 credits. Exceptionally, students with 80 credits will be admitted.

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Theology and Ethics, (School of Divinity, Schedule B)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 2nd year

? Delivery Period : Semester 1 (Blocks 1-2)

? Contact Teaching Time : 3 hour(s) per week for 11 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
20/09/2005	15:00	15:50	Lecture Room 1, New College	Central

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Monday	15:00	15:50	Central
Lecture	Tuesday	15:00	15:50	Central
Lecture	Thursday	15:00	15:50	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

Students will (1) demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the main texts set for tutorials; (2) rehearse principal arguments on the main themes; (3) identify points of agreement and disagreement between philosophers and between their interpreters; (4) identify more general problems in the philosophical treatment of questions about God.