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Handbook 1997 : Faculty of Arts : Philosophy

161-219/319 Contemporary Political Philosophy: Nationalism, Citizenship and Republicanism

Credit Points:

16.7 2nd and 3rd year

Coordinator:

Professor CAJ Coady

Prerequisite/s:

One first-year single-semester Philosophy subject. Students who lack this prerequisite, but believe themselves adequately prepared to attempt any second/third year subjects, should consult the Head of Department.

Timetable:

Semester 1

Contact:

Up to three hours a week

Subject Description:

This subject examines the lively philosophical debate around the ideas of citizenship, nationalism and republicanism following the critiques and defences of liberalism that have emerged in the two decades since the publication of John Rawls's important book, A Theory of Justice. Students should develop a sound understanding of relevant issues in contemporary political philosophy.

Assessment:

One 2-hour end-of-semester examination (50 %) and an assignment of no more than 3000 words (50 %).
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