Kant’s Theory of Property

Uitgebreide vaknaam	Kant’s Theory of Property
Leerdoelen	The aim of this course is to introduce students to Kant’s theory of property. Students will explore key concepts, problems and arguments in Kant’s political philosophy relating to property rights and acquisition of the land in the context of modern political thought, and its impact on current debates. Students taking this course will be expected to read the parts of the Doctrine of right required for each lecture, together with the relevant secondary literature for each topic. On completion of this course, they will - have gained an understanding of Kant’s theory of property and its place in the history of modern political philosophy - have some awareness of interpretative problems and objections to Kant’s theory - be able to engage with the primary sources by identifying and assessing questions and arguments - have developed skills in writing philosophy, both in formulating one own’s view and in discussing the view of others
Omschrijving	This course examines Kant’s theory of property in the context of the modern political thought of 17th and 18th centuries. We will analyze Kant’s arguments and theses regarding ownership rights and the acquisition of the land, and cover key questions such as the relationship between property and the necessity of the state, the justification of original acquisition, and the aim of the formation of a public will. We will also look at Kantian theories of territorial rights.
Uren per week
Onderwijsvorm	(Lecture, seminar)
Toetsvorm	(Essay)
Vaksoort	bachelor
Coördinator	dr. F. Tomassini Abaurrea
Docent(en)	dr. F. Tomassini Abaurrea
Verplichte literatuur	Titel Auteur ISBN Prijs The Metaphysics of Morals I. Kant; Cambridge University Press 9781316091388 Access to other primary texts and secondary literature will be organized in class
Entreevoorwaarden	Knowledge of Kant or early modern philosophy is desirable
Opmerkingen
Opgenomen in	Opleiding Jaar Periode Type Ba Filosofie 3 semester I a keuze