Philosophy of Psychology and Mind

University of Cape Town

Course Description

  • Course Name

    Philosophy of Psychology and Mind

  • Host University

    University of Cape Town

  • Location

    Cape Town, South Africa

  • Area of Study

    Philosophy

  • Language Level

    Taught In English

  • Prerequisites

    At least second year status.

  • Course Level Recommendations

    Lower

    ISA offers course level recommendations in an effort to facilitate the determination of course levels by credential evaluators.We advice each institution to have their own credentials evaluator make the final decision regrading course levels.

    Hours & Credits

  • Host University Units

    24
  • Recommended U.S. Semester Credits
    4
  • Recommended U.S. Quarter Units
    2
  • Overview

    The question of the nature of the mind and its relation to the body (e.g. the brain) is discussed at length, with attention given to dualism, behaviourism, physicalism and functionalism. Other topics which may be dealt with are the nature of action, free will and determinism and the problem of personal identity.

    DP requirements: Regular attendance at lectures and tutorials; completion of all tests, submission of all essays and assignments by due dates, and an average mark of at least 35% for he coursework.

    Assessment: Coursework counts 40%; one 3-hour examination in June counts 60%.

Course Disclaimer

Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.

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