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Handbook 1997 : Faculty of Arts : Philosophy

161-248/348 The Philosophy of Buddhism

Credit Points:

16.7 2nd and 3rd year

Coordinator:

Dr Len O'Neill

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 2

Contact:

Up to three hours a week

Subject Description:

This subject explores the Buddhist account of suffering as deriving from the illusion of permanence and the self and of how release from suffering may be achieved. It provides students with a critical understanding of the key notions and central philosophical doctrines of Buddhism.

Assessment:

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