Courses & Units
Introductory Philosophy: Moral and Political Philosophy HPH104
Introduction
This unit introduces students to moral and political philosophy. Drawing on a range of topics, themes, and methods, this unit explores foundational questions within both moral and political philosophy. As such, this unit provides an introduction to philosophy, the world’s oldest academic discipline, and will help students develop their capacity for critical reflection upon the nature of the human condition. This unit complements HPH105 Introductory Philosophy: Knowledge and Reality, but can be taken independently of that unit.
Summary
| Unit name | Introductory Philosophy: Moral and Political Philosophy |
|---|---|
| Unit code | HPH104 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Humanities |
| Discipline | Philosophy and Gender Studies |
| Coordinator | Doctor Graham Wood |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
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Learning Outcomes
- demonstrate knowledge of concepts, principles, and methods central to moral and political philosophy
- apply knowledge of concepts, principles and methods central to moral and political philosophy
- apply philosophical skills, such as basic argument analysis, reconstruction, and presentation
- display a constructively critical attitude to belief formation as part of the formation of a philosophical attitude and identity with relation to questions of moral and political philosophy
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 091701 | $2,040.00 | $957.00 | not applicable | $2,040.00 |
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
HPH101 Philosophy 1: EthicsTeaching
| Teaching Pattern | On campus Weekly online lecture (1 hour) Weekly seminar (1 hour) Weekly tutorial (1 hour) Off campus Weekly online lecture (1 hour) Weekly online discussions (equivalent 2 hours) |
|---|---|
| Assessment | 500 word essay preparation task (10%)|Quizzes (10%)|Tutorial participation (10%)|1500 word essay (30%)|Take home exam (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Information about readings is available in MyLO. |
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| Recommended | Information about readings is available in MyLO. | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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