PY5221 The Philosophy of Normativity

Academic year

2026 to 2027 Semester 1

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Key module information

SCOTCAT credits

20

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SCQF level

SCQF level 11

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Planned timetable

To be confirmed.

This information is given as indicative. Timetable may change at short notice depending on room availability.

Module Staff

Dr Kent Hurtig

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Module description

This module offers a thorough grounding in the philosophy of normativity. Topics covered in the module will typically include how normativity manifests itself with respect to belief, action, and emotion, and the normativity of truth, logic, and meaning. The module will also explore the connections between normativity, value, and rationality, as well as reduction claims with respect to normativity.

Assessment pattern

Coursework = 100%

Re-assessment

Coursework = 100%

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact

1x 2hr seminar (x10 weeks)

Intended learning outcomes

  • demonstrate an understanding of the main theories in the philosophy of normativity
  • critically analyse the various problems and prospects in the philosophy of normativity
  • demonstrate a strengthened understanding of issues in the theory of value
  • deploy critical reasoning skills in various applied fields involving normative systems