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Second cycle degree

PHILOSOPHY

COD. 5025
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A.Y. 2017/2018
CLASS:
LM-78 - Classe delle lauree magistrali in Scienze filosofiche
Years of study: 2
Credits (CFU): 120
Mode of study: full-time

COURSE STRUCTURE DIAGRAM WITH CREDITS

CORSO GENERICO (curriculum)

Year of study: 1

Year of study: 2

Profile of the programme

The second cycle inter-university degree course in Philosophy was created out of an agreement between the Rectors of the Universities of Parma, Modena – Reggio Emilia and Ferrara, and has its administrative seat at the University of Parma. The joint effort of the three universities has resulted in a better articulated course of study, offering more philosophical subjects, didactic methods and research experiences. Students can therefore profit from a richer programme which could better fit their interests.
Course content: The general aim of the course is to develop an in-depth knowledge of the philosophical tradition and its specific methods, organized in different historical-philosophical, theoretical, analytical, ethical-political and aesthetic branches. Specialized subjects will focus on the improvement of the linguistic and philological skills needed for reading original sources; on analytical and logical-argumentative skills related to the different branches of knowledge; on the necessary historical-critical analytical skills for tackling the fundamental ethical, legal-political, sociological and aesthetic concepts; on the theoretical and methodological skills for understanding the relations between philosophy, human sciences and natural, physical and mathematical sciences.
Course structure: students have access to a wide choice of subjects in each of the three universities. Students can either complete the whole course of studies in a single university or choose a mixed programme, and they can also select subjects taught collaboratively by lecturers from different universities. Students are also offered the opportunity of distance learning attendance.
The course is currently activating teaching activities in blended modality, especially for students working or coming from other cities or regions. Many disciplines of the course offer the opportunity of attending lessons in distance learning, though specific digital platforms; moreover, recorded lectures and materials are always available online.
Career opportunities: graduates can carry out professional activities in all areas requiring analytical and communicational skills, combined with critical and independent thinking. Graduates in Philosophy can be employed in the publishing sector, in institutions responsible for the promotion of cultural activities and public relations or in consulting agencies; they can also obtain professional roles for staff and human resources management, or for design and management of professional training within public organizations or private companies.
Graduates in Philosophy can opt for careers in school teaching with reference to subject groups A037 -Philosophy and History and A036 - Philosophy, Psychology and Educational science, after obtaining the teaching license qualification.
Graduates can also gain access, through public admission tests, to PhDs, second-level Master Programmes and Postgraduate Schools if they wish to pursue their studies.
Pre-requisites: a first-cycle degree or a valid certificate obtained abroad and recognised as an equivalent qualification by current legislation.
Admission: students need to: 1) have acquired at least 36 university credits in subject groups regarding Philosophy (M-FIL) and History (M-STO; L-ANT/02; L-ANT/03), of which at least 24 credits must come from the following subject groups: M-FIL 01-08; M-STO/01; M-STO/02; M-STO/04;M-STO/05; 2) have undergone an interview to verify possession of the required basic knowledge and qualifications.

Admission requirements

Applicants to the Second Cycle Degree Course in Philosophy must prove general knowledge in Philosophy and its main themes, both from a theoretical and a historical point of view. In particular, prospective students must possess a first cycle degree or a valid certificate obtained abroad and recognised as an equivalent qualification by current legislation. Prospective students must also have acquired at least 36 university credits in subject groups regarding Philosophy (M-FIL) and History (M-STO; L-ANT/02; L-ANT/03), of which at least 24 credits must come from the following subject groups: M-FIL 01-08; M-STO/01; M-STO/02; M-STO/04;M-STO/05. Such credits are valid whether they were obtained through a first cycle degree, an equivalent qualification taken abroad or single exams, according to the guidelines established by the Academic statute. A designated commission will test the candidates’ personal preparation and the possession of the qualifications required through an interview.

Key learning outcomes

The general aim of the Second Cycle Inter-University Degree Course is to develop an in-depth knowledge of the philosophical tradition and its specific methods, organised in different historical-philosophical, theoretical, analytical, ethical-political and aesthetic branches.
The joint effort of the Universities of Parma, Modena-Reggio and Ferrara has made it possible to: 1) boost, amplify and differentiate the range of courses available while guaranteeing its coherence; 2) offer students the chance to come into contact with a greater number of lecturers, interests and research experiences ; 3) rationalise the teaching activities avoiding overlaps and gaps; 4) improve the management of resources over a wider territory, and therefore strengthen the relationship with the world of culture and work; 5) foster collaboration between lecturers and researchers at a national and international level, with obvious advantages for students as well.
Consistent with this objective, the core subjects will focus especially on the development of the following skills, which are necessary for future professions regarding teaching, information services and journalism, education and training:
- hermeneutical skills and critical assessment related to the interpretation of texts and knowledge of historiographical methodology;
- analytical and logical-argumentative skills concerning various forms of knowledge and language;
- capacity of historical-critical analysis of the fundamental concepts of ethical, juridical-political and aesthetic thought, with particular reference to the individual and collective aspects of human praxis.
- capacity of analysis and discussion of the theories and models of rationality (theoretical, practical, linguistic, communicational);
- theoretical and methodological skills regarding the relations between philosophy, human and social sciences and natural, physical and mathematical sciences.

Final examination, if any

The final examination consists in the discussion of a written thesis (in Italian or English language) on a selected topic previously established with and approved by a supervisor. During the discussion, the candidate must prove deep knowledge of his/her dissertation and the related literature, showing critical awareness and clarity in the exposition of his/her thesis and of other authors’ theories.
The final mark is assigned by taking into account the average grade of the whole career, and adding from 1 to 5 points according to: clear exposition; solid argumentation; width and accuracy of documentation. The commission can unanimously decide to assign honours and merits for particularly deserving candidates. The dissertation must be written in accordance with the current regulations against plagiarism.