Introduction to philosophy [DRHDB121]
Learning outcomes
Through learning the history of philosophy and its concepts, learn to develop a constructed argument, discover the demands of scientific research, import methods of questioning for future professional practice, appropriate different ways of thinking to confront otherness in order to overcome it, become familiar with literary language and use it, think differently. In short, to know the basics of philosophy and its modern themes in order to understand one's own professional practice.
Content
We will start from the analogy between the philosophical tradition of truth-seeking and legal enquiry to The aim is to "anchor" the student's reflection in his or her future professional practice. How does philosophical reflection invite to go beyond legalism by questioning the elements of legal practice? In other words, can philosophical reflection fight against the temptation of legalism? This will be the problematic of our course.
Teaching methods
Note-taking lecture, syllabus progressively available online, reading of philosophical texts given by the teacher to deepen personal understanding. The course will consist of two parts. On the one hand, the skills more particularly worked on during the course will be the comprehension and knowledge of the concepts which will be evaluated through an oral exam. On the other hand, thanks to the written work to be handed in during the year, the student will be able to structure his or her argumentation, personal critical analysis, literary quality of the writing, mastery of spelling, time management and respect of deadlines.
Evaluations
The evaluation will be carried out in several stages. A first formative part by groups of five (i.e. not graded) and a part giving rise to individual grading. The formative assessment will involve the submission of a 2/3 page essay in groups of five (as many as possible). The topic will be given by the teacher and detailed instructions will be available on Webcampus. The individually graded part will consist of a written assignment (representing a quarter of the final grade) to be submitted in the last class and an oral exam representing ¾ of the final grade. During the examination session, two dates will be offered for the written examination. Possible questions are given in advance in the syllabus. The subject of the individual written work will be given at the beginning of the year, and the individual work must be handed in at the latest at the last class session. Detailed instructions for the writing of the paper will be available on Webcampus and explained in class. The oral exam questions may be based on material seen in class as well as on the required philosophical readings. The oral commentary of one of these excerpts from key philosophical texts will also be among the types of questions that the student may choose. The student will have time to prepare once the question has been drawn before presenting the answer
Recommended readings
• Study aid" files • Syllabus • List of philosophical extracts to be commented on for the exam (available in the syllabus) • Bibliography of the syllabus. • Instructions for writing the practical work. • Links to websites deemed reliable by the teacher.
Language of instruction
French / FrançaisLocation for course
NAMUROrganizer
Faculté de droitRue de Bruxelles, 61
5000 NAMUR
Degree of Reference
Undergraduate Degree| Block | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelier en droit (horaire décalé) | 1 | 5 |
