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About Study Course

Department: Department of Humanities
Credit points / ECTS:2 / 3
Course supervisor:Vents Sīlis
Course level:Master's
Target audience:Medicine
Branch of science:Philosophy; Philosophical Anthropology

Objective

To introduce students to the history of concepts of sexuality, sexual practices, marriage and intimate relationships in contemporary culture. To show the dynamics of the interaction of sexuality and love as well as to characterize sexuality as an existential category. At the same time, students' quality of life and satisfaction with RSU studies will also be increased.

Prerequisites

Not required.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge

Knowledge of the main concepts of sexuality and their historical transformation that functions as a background for interpretation of sexuality relevant to the modern society.

Skills

Skills in distinguishing the theoretical conceptions of sexuality and applying them to specific practical problems existing both in modern culture and human relationships.

Competence

Ability to apply the philosophical, anthropological, sociological and psychological ideas for the analysis and transformation of human relationships, as well as for implementing a patient-centred, holistic medical care.

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