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161-213 Scepticism and Reason | |
Note | Available as 161-313 at 3rd-year level. |
Availability | Not offered in 1998. |
Credit Points | 16.7 2nd and 3rd year |
Prerequisites | 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. |
Contact | Two 1-hour lectures and one 1-hour tutorial per week |
Subject Description | Contemporary epistemology; in particular, the structure of empirical and a priori knowledge. Students will develop an understanding of the issues raised in the subject, and the ability to argue for relevant conclusions in an alert and well-informed way. |
Assessment | One 2-hour end-of-semester examination, an assignment of no more than 3000 words, and regular attendance and participation in tutorials. |
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