Introduction to Metaphysics
A.Y. 2025/2026
Learning objectives
The course aims at introducing students to the area of metaphysics, as it is understood in contemporary philosophy. Among the topics that may be addressed: free will, the nature of normativity, the existence of God, the mind-body problem, personal identity.
Expected learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding:
- Knowledge and understanding of some of the main problems in metaphysics, as well as of the solutions put forward in the literature.
- Knowledge and understanding of background theories and conceptual apparatus.
Ability to apply knowledge and understanding:
- Ability to critically evaluate the theoretical options in question.
- Ability to apply the tools introduced to other problems, both within philosophy and outside of philosophy.
- Knowledge and understanding of some of the main problems in metaphysics, as well as of the solutions put forward in the literature.
- Knowledge and understanding of background theories and conceptual apparatus.
Ability to apply knowledge and understanding:
- Ability to critically evaluate the theoretical options in question.
- Ability to apply the tools introduced to other problems, both within philosophy and outside of philosophy.
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
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Modules or teaching units
Parte A e B
M-FIL/01 - THEORETICAL PHILOSOPHY - University credits: 6
Lessons: 40 hours
Parte C
M-FIL/01 - THEORETICAL PHILOSOPHY - University credits: 3
Lessons: 20 hours