Philosophy of mind
Aubrey Townsend
8 points * 2 hours per week * Second semester * Clayton * Prerequisites: First-year philosophy
The central concern of this subject will be the nature of consciousness in humans. This will involve an examination of the major theories of the mind/body relationship, and also involve the question whether some kind of non-biological entity, such as a computer or an android, could reason, have feelings, or be a moral agent.
Assessment
Two essays (2500 words each): 40% each * Optional replacement of one essay by a 3-hour examination
Prescribed texts
Rosenthal D M (ed.) The nature of mind OUP, 1991
A collection of readings available from the department