MA in the Philosophy of Nature, Information and Technology

Staffordshire University

Master

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Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Methodology

    Distance Learning

  • Duration

    22 Months

The MA in the Philosophy of Nature, Information and Technology explores the world as a world of communication. It brings together philosophy, the sciences, information theory, and technology studies to explore ideas and challenges facing us today and tomorrow.

Our research-driven course pays particular attention to new materialisms, feminist epistemologies, cyborg philosophy, process philosophy and to a range of contemporary and historical figures whose work brings insight into the world of today and the challenges posed by the age of technology and information. What’s more, with our course, you’ll have the chance to demonstrate your knowledge, and to develop perspectives on problems that demand our attention today, such as our relation the nature, and what we are becoming as human beings through our multiple connections with technology.

This course will build on your previous studies in philosophy – or in environmental studies, technology studies, and other related areas. It will be suitable for you whether you are studying just for the sake of interest, or as preparation for a PhD programme. You will be taught by internationally recognised scholars in the field, including David Webb and Patrick O'Connor.

The degree runs by distance learning. Because it is online, you will find the fees very competitive, and of course you will save money also on travel. We provide a suite of internet-based resources for you to use (lectures, notes, questions to work on, readings, and millions of digitised pages from the Staffordshire University library), a discussion forum for you to exchange and debate ideas with your teachers and fellow students, virtual visiting speakers from around the world, and a team of leading academics to support you throughout your study.

About this course

The MA is for anyone who has previously studied philosophy and would like to deepen their understanding of recent and contemporary philosophical ideas, and for anyone with an interest in how new thinking about materialism and information is changing the way we engage with nature, and the way we understand ourselves and our relations with each other.

. It can serve as a stepping stone to postgraduate research. But the course is also suitable for anyone with a passion for philosophy and for 'big questions' about the self, freedom, time, and other topics.

The MA can be taken either full-time (11 months) or part-time (22 months).

Undergraduate degree in Philosophy, 2.1 or higher (or equivalent). Or an appropriate level of interest and relevant experience.

This is a new MA that brings together work in philosophy, science, technology studies and information theory. It is completely unique. You will be encouraged to think in new ways and to develop your ideas in an interdisciplinary way.

You will be taught by senior staff with experience in courses of this kind. They promote a friendly and welcoming environment for you to engage in philosophy with other students and with your tutors.

We have a 'virtual visiting speaker programme' – debate philosophy with prominent figures from around the world.

As well as learning about philosophy, you will also learn valuable skills of research, writing and effective communication.

You will be contacted a member of the Philosophy team at the University to talk about your interest in the MA.

Yes. Your tutors provide notes and videos for you each week, and take part in the online discussions. Your tutors will be in touch with you regularly, will provide detailed feedback on your written work, and discuss your progress with you. You can email your tutors at any time and arrange face to face tutorials where needed, The course is intended to be as much like a face to face course as possible, but online.

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Subjects

  • Philosophy
  • Continental philosophy
  • Technology
  • Posthumanism
  • New Materialisms
  • Information Theory
  • Online learning
  • Analytic skills

Teachers and trainers (2)

David Webb

David Webb

Professor of Philosophy, Course Leader

https://www.staffs.ac.uk/people/david-webb My research is centered on recent and contemporary European philosophy, and I have a particular interest in French epistemology and philosophy of science. I am currently drawing on the work of Michel Serres to examine the relation between knowledge, ethics, and politics, with particular reference to governance at times of crisis. I am also interested in readings of Foucault’s conception of critique as a rational practice.

Patrick O'Connor

Patrick O'Connor

Senior Lecturer in Philosophy

Patrick received his PhD in Philosophy from National University of Ireland, Galway in 2005. He has since worked at NUIG, Open University, Manchester Metropolitan University and Nottingham Trent University. He researches European Philosophy, with special reference to Phenomenology, 19th and 20th Century European Philosophy, and twentieth and twenty first Century French Philosophy. He has published two books: one entitled Atheism Reclaimed, on atheism and existentialism, and the other entitled Derrida: Profanations, on phenomenology, ethics and the work of Jacques Derrida.

Course programme

The programme comprises the following modules:
The Mirror Universe and Relational Ontology
Contracts With Nature
Information and Communication
Posthumanism and Technology
Research Skills
Research Project

Blackboard is a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) that supports online learning & teaching. It can be accessed by Staffordshire University staff and students from anywhere in the world using the Internet and a web browser.

Blackboard is easy to learn and use and is an effective and reliable way to provide you with learning materials such as:
Lecture notes
Presentations
Timetables
Module handbooks
Video/audio materials
Reading lists
Assignments

Additional information


For more information about the course, visit  https://www.staffs.ac.uk/course/philosophy-nature-information-technology-ma
or contact Prof David Webb, d.a.webb@staffs.ac.uk. 

We also offer supervision for the research degree of PhD.

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MA in the Philosophy of Nature, Information and Technology

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