Module PS1520-KP04
Psyche in Controversy - Classics of Philosophy (PsyWider)
Duration
1 Semester
Turnus of offer
every summer semester
Credit points
4
Course of studies, specific fields and terms:
- Bachelor Psychology 2016, optional subject, psychology
- Bachelor Psychology 2020, optional subject, psychology
Classes and lectures:
- PS1520-S Psyche in Controversy - Classics of Philosophy (seminar, 2 SWS)
Workload:
- 90 hours private studies
- 30 hours in-classroom work
Contents of teaching:
- Reading, analyzing, interpreting of philosophical texts also in regards to psychological perspectives.
- Discussions of thought constellations, arguments, and psychological, epistemic and normative perspectives
Qualification-goals/Competencies:
- Students will be able to identify relevant psychological and philosophical topics and theses and to trace, classify, and evaluate their argumentation in disciplinary terms.
- They know some basic approaches in psychological philosophy and can discuss them productively.
Grading through:
- presentation
- continuous, successful participation in course, >80%
- B-Certificate (not graded)
Responsible for this module:
Literature:
- Iris Därmann : Widerstände. Gewaltenteilung in status nascendi Berlin: Matthes & Seitz 2021
Language:
- offered only in German
Notes:
Prerequisites for taking the module:- Interest in the discussion of philosophical topics
Prerequisites for participation in module examination(s):
- Regular attendance with prepared knowledge of the reading. Participants:will prepare at least three questions and comments for each of the sessions. Informed and reflective participation in seminar discussion is expected.
Exam:
PS1520-L1: For successful participation with the grade
Last Updated:
28.11.2025