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Overview

The philosophy of psychology draws directly on contemporary scientific findings to develop high-level theories about how the mind works and its architecture. In addition to global theories of mental function such as predictive coding theory and perceptual control theory, this topic will examine specific mental functions such as emotion, imagination, … For more content click the Read More button below.

Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Discuss the nature and significance of several core psychological capacities
  • Introduce students to contemporary philosophical theories concerning our psychological capacities and how they are placed within the mind
  • Connect philosophical debates about psychology with current empirical and experimental findings
  • Introduce students to theories about how our psychological capacities influence our values and social behaviour

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
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Integrate knowledge of the nature of selected core psychological capacities
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Assess how scientific findings can contribute to philosophical debates
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Critically evaluate debates between different theories of our psychological capacities
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Apply insights about our psychological capacities to issues about value
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Rigorously and clearly defend theoretical positions in the philosophy of psychology

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