The course contributes to the broader educational objective of the BA by providing the conceptual tools suitable for understanding the language and basic problems of contemporary philosophical-theoretical research, with a privileged (but not exclusive) reference to the phenomenological-hermeneutic and post-structuralist approach. The student will acquire: basic knowledge of topics and texts; ability to memorize and understand principles and theories; ability to perform speculative analysis and exercise a wide critical commentary; argumentative and descriptive skills in reconstructing and discussing topics and texts; ability to define and use the fundamental structures of philosophical discourse; suitable basic vocabulary. Further skills: autonomy of judgment (understanding theses and debates; orientation in theoretical issues; connection of ideas and concepts in different traditions; use of critical tools for the framing of main themes); communication skills (ability to expose analyzes in an effective and orderly manner; mastery, integration and development of the philosophical vocabulary applied to the analysis of the fundamental features of contemporary world).
Course Prerequisites
No prerequisites.
Teaching Methods
Frontal lectures.
Assessment Methods
An oral exam of variable duration will take place, during which knowledge, skills and competences will be tested, in order to assess the achievement of the learning objectives and expected outcomes. The exam will consist of questions on course contents, and of a critical-textual analysis. Students may take the exam in English.
Texts
Exam text (to be studied in its entirety): F. Nietzsche, The Birth of the Tragedy, Oxford University Press For further reading: D. Burnham, M. Jesinghausen, Nietzsche's The Birth of Tragedy: A Reader's Guide, Continuum
Contents
Main topics of the course: language and paradox; writing and discourse; world and reality; truth and time; models and definitions of philosophy of literature.
Course Language
Italian
More information
Although not mandatory, class attendance is strongly advised. Students who do not attend at least 70% of the lectures will be asked to read an additional book (for any information: adriano.ardovino@unich.it). Orientation and tutoring in English is available. - If Health Laws and University regulations allow, teaching activities, teachers office hours’, and exams may take place online (in whole or in part). For any further information and updates, please refer to the University website.
