College of Social Sciences and International Studies
Introduction to Asian Philosophy
Module PHL1010 for 2017/8
Module PHL1010 for 2017/8
Undergraduate Module Descriptor
PHL1010: Introduction to Asian Philosophy
This module descriptor refers to the 2017/8 academic year.
Overview
NQF Level | 4 | ||
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Credits | 15 | ECTS Value | 7.5 |
Term(s) and duration | This module ran during term 1 (11 weeks) | ||
Academic staff | Professor Giovanna Colombetti (Convenor) | ||
Pre-requisites | None | ||
Co-requisites | None | ||
Available via distance learning | No |
This module introduces you to some of the most important philosophical traditions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism. It analyzes and discusses ancient classical texts in these traditions, and looks at different conceptions of reality, selfhood, consciousness, meditation, virtue and self-cultivation. The module also introduces you to meditation techniques associated with different philosophical traditions, and will include some elements of meditation practice.
Module created | 01/01/2007 | Last revised | 15/12/2014 |
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