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161-033 Philosophical Problems of Space and Time | |
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Note | This subject is offered in alternate years with 161-011 Manners of Meaning. |
Availability | 2nd and 3rd year |
Credit Points | 12.5 |
HECS Band | 1 |
Coordinator | Dr Allen Hazen |
Prerequisites | At least one single-semester first year philosophy subject, or permission from the Head of Department or the subject coordinator. |
Semester | 1 (view timetable) |
Contact | Two 1-hour lectures per week for the first 11 weeks and a 1-hour tutorial per week beginning the third week of semester |
Subject Description | The natures of space and time present a wide range of philosophical puzzlements, some of which have been argued over since the ancient Greeks, and some of which stem from 20th century physics. This subject looks at several of them. Some of the issues are foundational for physics and geometry, but the concepts can (and will) be approached in a way that does not presuppose specific mathematical or scientific study beyond Year 10. |
Assessment | Written work totalling 4000 words, and regular participation in tutorials. |
Prescribed Texts | A subject reader will be available. |
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