Postgraduate Course: Philosophy of Science (Online) (PHIL11133)
Course Outline
| School | School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences |
College | College of Humanities and Social Science |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) |
| Course type | Online Distance Learning |
Availability | Not available to visiting students |
| SCQF Credits | 20 |
ECTS Credits | 10 |
| Summary | This course is aimed at offering an overview of a selection of core topics in the philosophy of science. Possible topics will range from the metaphysics of science to confirmation theories, from the
nature of theory-change to conceptual issues in the natural and social sciences.
Please note this course will begin in *September 2015* not 2014. |
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Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
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Other requirements | None |
Course Delivery Information
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Learning Outcomes
| Students will be introduced to a selection of core topics in contemporary philosophy of science. They will also develop their skills in critical thinking and in the oral and written presentation of philosophical arguments.
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Additional Information
| Course URL |
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The course will commence in September 2015.It is only for MSc/Dip/Cert Epistemology, Ethics and Mind students. |
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Contacts
| Course organiser | Dr Michela Massimi
Tel: (0131 6)50 3662
Email: Michela.Massimi@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary | Miss Lynsey Buchanan
Tel: (0131 6)51 5002
Email: Lynsey.Buchanan@ed.ac.uk |
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