Focus on Philosophy: Free Will, or Free Won't?

Do we have control over our own actions? Philosophers have been discussing the question of free will since the beginning of Western philosophy. Many of the most important philosophical figures including Plato, Aristotle, Aquinas, Descartes, and Kant have contributed to this discussion throughout the years, discussing free will in the context of metaphysics, ethics, and beyond.

In this course, you will explore the question of free will in the context of philosophy and learn about the positions of its advocates and critics. We will also discuss the findings of the sciences beyond philosophy, as well as the views on this topic from the discipline of neuroscience.

Curiosity and openness to share your opinions are the only prerequisites, feel free to join us even if you are new to the world of philosophy!

'Focus on Philosophy’ is a series of online learning modules, which focus on philosophical thought and debate. They give students an opportunity to consider the fundamental questions and explore the history of philosophy, from ancient times up to the present day. Studying philosophy helps you to improve logical and critical thinking, develop coherent arguments and write persuasively.

This online course enables students to study from home while participating in an online learning community. The course is delivered through Blackboard, the virtual learning environment, and will include 5 live 1-hour webinars. Students are also encouraged to contribute to a lively discussion forum.

Assessments
Discussion board contributions (30%)
Essay 1500 words (70%)

Note

This module is at CQFW Level 4