Philosophy & Science of Consciousness (C8893)
Philosophy and Science of Consciousness
Module C8893
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
The module examines the problems and prospects for a science of consciousness. Topics include: defining consciousness, the Hard Problem, the Knowledge Argument against physicalism, qualia, theories of the self, the neuroscience of consciousness, attention and volition, machine consciousness, the evolution and function of consciousness, the Grand Illusion theory.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 50.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | T2 Week 8 | 70.00% |
| Presentation | T2 Week 13 (15 minutes) | 30.00% |
| Unseen Examination | End of Year Assessment | 50.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Teaching | SEMINAR | 2 hours | 111111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Ron Chrisley
Assess convenor
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/476
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