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136-068 Scepticism, Fallibilism and Relativism | |
Note | Formerly available as 136-449. Students who have completed 136-449 are not eligible to enrol in this subject. |
Availability | 4th year |
Credit Points | 12.5 |
Coordinator | Dr Neil Thomason |
Prerequisites | Entry to Honours in either History and Philosophy of Science or Philosophy see Honours entry |
Semester | 1 (view timetable) |
Contact | A 2-hour seminar per week |
Subject Description | Examination of foundational issues in the epistemology of science. In 1999, this subject will examine the nature of mathematical knowledge, with an emphasis on Lakatos' Proofs and Refutations. Students who complete this subject should: have a critical understanding of advanced topics in the theory of scientific knowledge; be familiar with the current literature on epistemological relativism. |
Assessment | Written work totalling 5000 words. |
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