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THE PHILOSOPHY OF AQUINAS

Module code: PY151
Credits: 5
Semester: 2
Department: THEOLOGY
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	Overview
	In this module we will be considering some of the central themes of Aquinas's philosophical thought. We will begin with his metaphysics, and from there we will consider his thought on: the existence of God, the nature of creation, the constitution of the human person, knowledge, the good life, the role of philosophy in the life of faith. Note this is a SPPU module - further information on the module can be obtained direct from SPPU.

Overview

In this module we will be considering some of the central themes of Aquinas's philosophical thought. We will begin with his metaphysics, and from there we will consider his thought on: the existence of God, the nature of creation, the constitution of the human person, knowledge, the good life, the role of philosophy in the life of faith.

Note this is a SPPU module - further information on the module can be obtained direct from SPPU.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: To be aware of some central themes in the thought of Aquinas To be able to read and interconnect various texts from the writings of Aquinas To attain a familiarity with Aquinas's particular contributions to philosophy To become familiar with Aquinas's philosophical vocabulary To see how a systematic philosophy can play a role in the life of a saint

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	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes

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