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Contemporary Social Philosophy
Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:31:13
Abstract
It is surprisingly difficult to spell out what social philosophy is, which methods it is to use fruitfully and what its topics are. In this seminar we will cover different approaches and topics in contemporary social philosophy. Different methods - phenomenology, analytical philosophy and especially critical theory will be used to address various topics.
Objective
Students will get an overview of different approaches and topics in social philosophy. They will be supported in developing their skills to interpret complex texts, to identify the argumentation, to reflect critically and to put it up for discussion.
Content
Various methods - phenomenology, analytical philosophy and especially critical theory – will be used to address topics ranging from modernity and its discontent; social progress or regress based on developments in science and technology; social hierarchy, the concepts of work and of merit and their critiques; digital-structural transformation of the public sphere and counter-publics spheres; theories of recognition and standpoint theories; theories of counter-communities.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Registration & Places
- Max Places
- 24
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| seminar | Contemporary Social Philosophy |
|
2 h semesterly |