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Philosophy of Biology
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:36:12
Abstract
This lecture-course gives in its first art an overview and introduction into the philosophical problems of biology. In its second part graduate students can discuss their research work against the background of this introduction.
Objective
Learn about the philosophical problems of biology and put ones own scientific work into a philosophical context.
Content
This lecture-course gives in its first part an overview and introduction into the philosophical problems of biology. In its second part graduate students can discuss their research work against the background of this introduction.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- DS , DR , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
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Philosophy of Biology
The lecturers will communicate the exact lesson times of ONLINE courses.
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2 h weekly |
Offered In
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GESS Science in Perspective (Only the topics listed in this paragraph can be chosen as GESS Science in Perspective. Further below you will find the "type B courses Reflections about subject specific methods and content" as well as the language courses. 6 ECTS need to be acquired during the BA and 2 ECTS during the MA Students who already took a course within their main study program are NOT allowed to take the course again.)
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Type B: Reflection About Subject-Specific Methods and Contents (Subject-specific courses: Recommended for doctoral, master and bachelor students (after first-year examination only). Students who already took a course within their main study program are NOT allowed to take the course again. These course units are also listed under "Type A", which basically means all students can enroll)
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Doctoral Department Biology (More Information at: )
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Doctoral Department of Humanities, Social and Political Sciences (More Information at: )