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RPE201: Philosophy, Science and Belief
| Module Title | Philosophy, Science and Belief |
|---|---|
| Module Code | RPE201 |
| Module Tutor | William Large |
| School | Humanities |
| CAT Points | 15 |
| Level of Study | 5 |
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Co-requisites | None |
| Restrictions | None |
| Brief Description | This module will examine the way in which religion and science propose to tell us ‘truths’ about the world. The ways in which science is both rejected and harnessed by faith traditions will be considered. |
| Indicative Syllabus | Does religion make statements, or truth-claims, of an equivalent status to those of science? This question, and epistemological concerns associated with it, will initiate this course, as it then moves to consider the use of language in both spheres of enquiry. Issues also to be considered include the evolution/creation debates, the alleged convergences between science and religion/s, and miracles. We shall also consider how issues in the philosophy of mind impact upon religious belief. |
| Learning Outcomes | i. Knowledge and Understanding By the end of the module students should be able to demonstrate that they: a) are aware of the key debates in relation to science and belief b) have assessed and critically evaluated a range of understandings on the nature of faith c) are aware of how to critically assess propositional truth-claims and their justifications. ii. Skills On completion of the module students should be able to demonstrate that they: a) can compare competing truth-claims on the basis of evidence and plausibility b) have an appreciation of scientific method and how religions respond to its implications c) can critically consider the factors which underlie people’s beliefs. |
| Learning and Teaching Activities | Staff/Student contact time: 20% Student private study: 80% |
| Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) | 001: 50% Coursework: Standard: 2000 words or equivalent 002: 50% Coursework: Case Study: 2000 words or equivalent |
| Special Assessment Requirements | None |
| Indicative Resources | The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide. |
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