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THE UNIVERSITY of EDINBURGHDEGREE REGULATIONS & PROGRAMMES OF STUDY 2007/2008
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Metaphysics, Epistemology, Philosophy of Science (P00801)? Credit Points : 40 ? SCQF Level : 11 ? Acronym : PPL-P-MEPSPHIL This course aims to introuduce students to the some of the main topics in epistemolgy and metaphysics. Typical areas of discussion include the metaphysics of the mind; the nature of colour and colour experience; theories of knowledge; conditions. Entry Requirementsnone Subject AreasHome subject areaPhilosophy, (School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences, Schedule I) Delivery Information? Normal year taken : Postgraduate ? Delivery Period : Not being delivered ? Contact Teaching Time : 1 hour(s) 30 minutes per week for 9 weeks All of the following classes
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
The course aims to both develop students'philosphical skills and their knowledge of various arguments and positions in epistemology and metaphysics. The teaching is seminar based, and each week students will have to prepare by reading set work.
Assessment Information
Take-home exam and one 3,000 word essay
Contact and Further InformationThe Course Secretary should be the first point of contact for all enquiries. Course Secretary Miss Toni Noble Course Organiser Dr Jesper Kallestrup School Website : http://www.ppls.ed.ac.uk/ College Website : http://www.hss.ed.ac.uk/ |
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