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Abstract
In the seminar we read classical texts from the field of “philosophy of war”. Due to today’s technological advancements and ecological problems, we will also discuss contemporary conceptions of war such as lethal autonomous weapons and climate change. Important questions that arise are: Is the concept of war only applicable to human society? Is there a difference between politics and nature?
Objective
Students learn about the different types of arguments and conceptions in philosophical texts and their historical context. They should learn to understand the descriptive and critical value of texts in regard to the topic of war.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- DS , DR , MSC
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Registration & Places
- Max Places
- 25
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| seminar |
Knowledge and Practice in Philosophy of War
Does not take place this semester.
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No time listed | 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 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: )