Course - Examen philosophicum for Medicine and Health Sciences - EXPH0400
EXPH0400 - Examen philosophicum for Medicine and Health Sciences
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Essay exam/Multiple choice exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essay exam | 2/3 | 4 weeks | ||
| Multiple choice exam | 1/3 | 2 hours | E |
Course content
The course is an introduction to issues within theory of knowledge and science, ethics, and political philosophy. Different views of nature, humanity, and technology are discussed, in addition to questions concerning the relation between individual and society. The course provides knowledge of perspectives on science and contributes to a reflective relation to scientific practice and application of scientific knowledge. Dialogue- and discussion-based teaching cultivates critical thinking, and promotes skills in argumentation and cooperation. The course also contributes to a critical attitude toward sources, and to the further development of writing skills.
Examen philosophicum for Medicine and Health Sciences cultivates a critical attitude to professional practice and different views of basic concepts within the health professions, such as health and disease. Introduction to ethical analysis and argumentation teaches students to identify and discuss ethical problems and issues related to societal challenges, technological development, and one's own disciplinary or professional practice.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The candidate has
- knowledge of analysis and assessment of argumentation, as well as central concepts from argumentation theory
- familiarity with basic theories of knowledge, and with what distinguishes scientific knowledge from other forms of knowledge
- knowledge of basic topics within theory of science and methodological questions within medical and health sciences
- knowledge of distinctions between different types of sciences
- knowledge of different theories and views of humanity, culture, and nature
- knowledge of different views of the relation between individual and community, and the structuring of society
- knowledge of main types of ethical thinking
- knowledge of ethical and societal issues related to development and use of technology, and to practicing ones own discipline or profession
- knowledge of basic ethical principles in professional practice, treatment and research within medical and health sciences
Skills
The candidate can
- discuss problems and issues in light of different views of knowledge, science, ethics, and politics
- reflect critically on different conceptions of value and humanity, and relate this to one's own discipline and professional practice
- identify and discuss ethical challenges related to medical science and health professions
- argue independently, to the point and systematically regarding topics treated in the course
General competencies
The candidate can
- relate to and apply scientific knowledge critically and constructively
- reflect on the societal role of the sciences
- contribute to good and reflective cooperation
- write academic texts
Learning methods and activities
The course consists of lectures and seminars. The lectures present the main lines of the curriculum and provide an overview of the central themes of the course. The seminars are group-based work on assigned tasks and exercises under supervision.
Compulsory assignments: To be eligible to take the exam, 80% attendance at seminars is required, as well as approval of up to two submissions, with at least one being a group assignment.
If all compulsory assignments have been approved in EXPH0400 a previous semester, it can be approved by the department.
Note that NTNU has several different variants of exphil. It is not possible to take the exam in a variant/subject code other than the one in which the compulsory assignments have been approved.
See the Blackboard pages of the course for details about compulsory assignments.
Compulsory assignments
- Obligatory activities
Further on evaluation
The final grade is based on two partial assessments: a 2-hour multiple choice exam under supervision that counts 1/3 and an essay exam that counts 2/3.
In case of retakes, partial assessments can be taken up individually.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Audiology (HSGAUB)
Biomedical Laboratory Science (BBIOING)
Human Movement Science (BBEV)
Medical studies (CMED)
Nursing (BSPL)
Occupational Therapy (BERGO)
Paramedic Science (BPARAMED)
Physiotherapy (HSGFTB)
Radiography (BRADIO)
Social Education (HSGVEB)
Recommended previous knowledge
None
Required previous knowledge
Requires admission to specific study programmes at NTNU.
Course materials
The curriculum is available on examen philosophicum's web page (http://www.ntnu.no/exphil) and the Blackboard pages of the course.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXPH0001 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| EXPH0002 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| EXPH0003 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| EXPH0004 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| EXPH0005 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| EXPH0006 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| EXPH6001 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| EXPH0100 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| EXPH0200 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| EXPH0300 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| EXPH0500 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| EXPH0350 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| EXPH0550 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| EXPH0600 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2023 | |
| EXPH0650 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2024 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Examen philosophicum
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2024
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Ålesund , Trondheim , Gjøvik , Trondheim
- Examen Philosophicum
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies
Examination
Examination arrangement: Essay exam/Multiple choice exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Multiple choice exam 1/3 E INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Autumn ORD Essay exam 2/3 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Multiple choice exam 1/3 E INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Essay exam 2/3 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"