The Impact of Phenomenology in 20th Century Continental Thought

This exam concentrates on phenomenology as formulated by Edmund Husserl and further developed by Martin Heidegger. The focus will be on intentionality and the structures of experience.

Phenomenology has significantly influenced numerous fields, including psychology, ontology, and existentialism, providing a framework for understanding consciousness and perception. Its methodologies have reshaped philosophical inquiries into the nature of being.

Candidates will articulate the primary concepts of phenomenology, explain its methodological significance, and analyze its contribution to contemporary philosophy, particularly in ethical and existential contexts.

Students are encouraged to use examples from phenomenological literature to illustrate key arguments, facilitating a thorough discussion of the methodology and its applications.