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851-0157-49L
3
Credits
DS
,
DR
,
MSC
D-GESS
What is Life? Introdution Into the History of the Life Sciences
What is Life? Einführung in die Geschichte der Lebenswissenschaften
Lecturers & Examiners:
Prof. em. Dr. Michael Hagner
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:53:36
Abstract
The aim of this lecture is to introduce into the most important theories of life from ancient times until the early 21st century. I will put a focus on philosophical concepts and on the modern life sciences since Chalres Darwin.
Objective
In the lecture course, attendants will learn to distinguish historically and systematically various theories of life.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- DS , DR , MSC
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture | What is Life? Einführung in die Geschichte der Lebenswissenschaften |
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2 h weekly |
Offered In
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GESS Science in Perspective (Only the courses listed below will be recognized as "GESS Science in Perspective" courses. Further below you will find courses under the category "Type B courses Reflections about subject specific methods and content" as well as the language courses. During the Bachelor’s degree Students should acquire at least 6 ECTS and during the Master’s degree 2 ECTS. Students who already took a course within their main study program are NOT allowed to take the course again.)
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Type A: Enhancement of Reflection Competence (Suitable for all students. Students who already took a course within their main study program are NOT allowed to take the course again.)
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Doctoral Department of Humanities, Social and Political Sciences (More Information at: )