An Introductory Course to the Humanities Argumentation Analysis, Linguistic Philosophy and Human Sciences

Aim

On completion of the course, the student should have acquired - knowledge of argumentation analysis and semantic concepts, - knowledge of philosophy of science in the humanities, - knowledge of theories and methods of history and art history, - knowledge of the historical development of art history and historiography, - knowledge of concept formation in art history and history, - the ability to apply argumentation analysis, - the ability to apply source evaluation and critical reading of philosophical and cultural-scientific texts - awareness of and ability to relate to scientific theoretical positions.

Content

Philosophy, 7 HE credits: This module covers argumentation analysis and language-philosophical distinctions. Concepts that facilitate analysis and informed choices are presented. The module also covers philosophy of science in the humanities with an emphasis on concept formation and scientific forms of reasoning. History, 1.5 HE credits: This module covers the bases in the development of historiography, the concept of historical view, and bases in historical theory and method, for example source evaluation. Art History and Visual Communication, 1.5 HE credits: This module provides an overview of art history as a subject, its basic theorising, methodology and nomenclature.