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DRPS : Course Catalogue : School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences : Philosophy

Postgraduate Course: Philosophy of Science (Online) (PHIL11133)

Course Outline
SchoolSchool of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences CollegeCollege of Humanities and Social Science
Course typeOnline Distance Learning AvailabilityNot available to visiting students
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) Credits20
Home subject areaPhilosophy Other subject areaNone
Course website Please see Learn page Taught in Gaelic?No
Course descriptionThis 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.
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Additional Costs None
Course Delivery Information
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Summary of Intended 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.
Assessment Information
Students will be assessed by a 2500 word essay (85%) and successful participation in on-line activities associated with the course (15%).

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None
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Contacts
Course organiserDr Michela Massimi
Tel: (0131 6)50 3662
Email: Michela.Massimi@ed.ac.uk
Course secretaryMiss Lynsey Buchanan
Tel: (0131 6)51 5002
Email: Lynsey.Buchanan@ed.ac.uk
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