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About the Course

Course Description What is our role in the universe as human agents capable of knowledge? What makes us intelligent cognitive agents seemingly endowed with consciousness? This is the second part of the course 'Philosophy and the Sciences', dedicated to Philosophy of the Cognitive Sciences. Scientific research across the cognitive sciences has raised pressing questions for philosophers. The goal of this course is to introduce you to some of the main areas and topics at the key juncture between philosophy and the cognitive sciences. Each week we will introduce you to some of these important questions at the forefront of scientific research. We will explain the science behind each topic in a simple, non-technical way, while also addressing the philosophical and conceptual questions arising from it. Areas you’ll learn about will include: Philosophy of psychology, among whose issues we will cover the evolution of the human mind and the nature of consciousness. Philosophy of neurosciences, where we’ll consider the nature of human cognition and the relation between mind, machines, and the environment. Learning objectives Gain a fairly well-rounded view on selected areas and topics at the intersection of philosophy and the sciences Understand some key questions, and conceptual problems arising in the cognitive sciences. Develop critical skills to evaluate and assess these problems. Suggested Readings To accompany 'Philosophy and the Sciences', we are pleased to announce a tie-in book from Routledge entitled 'Philosophy and the Sciences for Everyone'. This course companion to the 'Philosophy and the Sciences' course was written by the Edinburgh Philosophy and the Sciences team expressly with the needs of MOOC students in mind. 'Philosophy and the Sciences for Everyone' contains clear and user-friendly chapters, chapter summaries, glossary, study questions, suggestions for further reading and guides to online resources. Please note, this companion book is optional - all the resources needed to complete the course are available freely and listed on the course site....

Top reviews

CG

Feb 10, 2020

this course was very broad and incredibly interesting. I highly recommend it as introduction to the philosophy of science, but I have to warn you: Once you have started, your journey won't stop here!

AS

Jun 24, 2020

this is the great course for the people who are pursuing their carer in philosophy, philosophy of mind to be more precise and also for the people who are thinking of doing psychology later anytime.

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By Himanshu D

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Aug 17, 2020

A very helpful course that is easy to understand. Lecture Slides could have been better, especially the week 2 ones, but they were sufficient anyways.

By Ilias P

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Aug 14, 2017

A course for anyone interested in gaining a theoretical background about cognition,the brain and their links to artificial intelligence and robotics!

By Sumit R

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Oct 18, 2023

Wonderful Course. Got lots of Insight about Philosophy of Cognitive Science. The course is interactive and very engaging. Very well designed course.

By Christos G

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Jun 7, 2020

Extremely interesting approach of cognition. I have been astonished! The structure of the course should be used an example for all online courses...

By Martin B

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May 27, 2020

Embodied cognition is a new concept to me and very interesting. But it doesn't address the hard question of consciousness or the mind/body problem.

By Claudia Y A P

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Mar 18, 2021

A wonderful experience in the world of cognitive science. So clear, with a concret structure and and excellent teachers with high academic quality.

By Frank R

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Apr 24, 2017

Outstanding introductory philosophy course, taught in an accessible format by knowledgeable instructors. This is a rewarding and enjoyable course.

By Hanna a

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Oct 1, 2020

Great course! The course structure and material makes it easier to grasp the different concepts and makes navigating through the topics seamless!

By Francisco A

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Sep 26, 2017

Fantastic experience. I really enjoyed the explanation of such complex topics. It is really a unique opportunity regarding philosophy of science.

By Javier P M

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Dec 22, 2017

Loved it. Never thought it was going to be this insightful. Grateful for running into this one and will tryout some more from this university.

By Ipekpinar C

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Nov 25, 2018

This course is quite helpful for the people who are coming from different disciplines just like me. It is quite interesting and informative.

By FRANCISCO D C P G

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Apr 17, 2017

The course focuses the top issues involving philsophy of sciences at present time, it is hosted by top figures in the field. Great course!

By medina q

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Apr 6, 2021

such an interesting course with multi perspectives in how to look cognitive process and behavior, thank you Edinburgh Uni and Coursera

By Vimukthi M

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Nov 29, 2020

This course changed how I looked at the world, and I hope this will be a major shift in my higher studies. Thank you dear Professors!

By Michael T

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May 9, 2019

Great. Very interesting, not an overwhelming amount of work, but a great starter for anyone interested in philosophy of the mind.

By Luis J

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Apr 20, 2019

Fascinating, the course catches you from the first instances, the story is agile, interactive, enjoyable and very professional

By Michael O

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Jan 7, 2020

Very insightful introductory course on the subject with ample creatively shot video material and additional reading sources.

By Essaq A R

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Mar 20, 2018

At the first I would like to thank you from Edinburgh university to offered and especially thank you from all of my teachers

By Kahuho G

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Dec 21, 2020

Very enlightening and enables one to grasp the development of science hitherto with respect to humanity and other species.

By Yingyi Z

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May 16, 2018

A very good introductory course to the philosophy of mind and machines. Ideas are well explained and very easy to follow.

By Nguyen V L

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May 19, 2017

This course has boarden my point of view and it also has shown me the link between artificial intelligent and philosophy.

By Jamie H

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May 3, 2020

Excellent course. I learned so much. Pairs really well with the first course on the philosophy of the physical sciences.

By jilly m

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Sep 2, 2019

Awesome, I learned lots, loved the McGurk effect just for the name. Great intro to this interesting and growing field.

By Karina R J

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Jul 9, 2017

Thank you for a great and interesting course. It gave a lot of inspiration and new angels to how our brain thinks!:)

By Luis G M

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Jan 5, 2021

Excellent course, wide in scope but accessible enough to stimulate the desire of learning more about these subjects.