Course - Examen philosophicum for Economics (Flex) - EXPH0550
EXPH0550 - Examen philosophicum for Economics (Flex)
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Essay exam/Multiple choice exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice exam | 1/3 | 2 hours | E | |
| Essay exam | 2/3 | 4 weeks |
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 Economics focuses on philosophical issues related to freedom, rationality, and responsibility. Students will have to reflect critically on economics as a discipline along three dimensions: value, behavior, and institution. Along the value dimension concepts such as utility, welfare, and freedom are discussed in light of different ethical theories. Rationality, optimization, and norms are important topics along the behavioral dimension, while the institutional dimension treats property right, market, and economic organization.
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 chosen topics within theory of science of special relevance to economics
- 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 economics
- knowledge of different perspectives along the dimensions value, behavior and institution
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 one’s own discipline or profession
- 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
- write academic texts
Learning methods and activities
The course consists of digital lectures and feedback on compulsory submissions.
Compulsory assignments: In order to be eligible to sit for the exam, approval of up to two individual submissions is required.
If all compulsory assignments have been approved in EXPH0550 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 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:
Business Management (BØKLED-F)
Recommended previous knowledge
None.
Required previous knowledge
Requires admission to BØKLED-F 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 2021 | |
| EXPH0002 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| EXPH0003 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| EXPH0004 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| EXPH0005 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| EXPH0006 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| EXPH6001 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| EXPH0100 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| EXPH0200 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| EXPH0300 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| EXPH0400 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| EXPH0500 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| EXPH0350 | 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: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim , Gjøvik
- 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 2024-11-23 13:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates A-atriet-2/3 (A-160) Ametyst 2 -
Autumn
ORD
Essay exam
2/3
Release
2024-11-15Submission
2024-12-16
08:00
INSPERA
14:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Multiple choice exam 1/3 E 2025-05-05 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates A-atriet-2/3 (A-160) Ametyst 1 SL311 orange sone Sluppenvegen 14 4 -
Spring
ORD
Essay exam
2/3
Release
2025-04-04Submission
2025-05-14
08:00
INSPERA
14:00 -
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"