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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. This subject is also available for postgraduate coursework enrolments.

Credit Points

12.5

HECS Band

1

Coordinator

Dr Neil Thomason

Semester

Not Offered (view timetable)

Subject Description

This subject involves an examination of foundational issues in the epistemology of science. The 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.



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