PHM4840

Metaphysics and epistemology A

(ART)

Graham Oppy

8 points + 2 hours per week + First semester + Clayton + Prerequisites: PHL2110 and third-year subject in metaphysics/epistemology (refer to the Arts undergraduate handbook) or permission of head of the department

Synopsis: A foundational subject in contemporary metaphysics and epistemology. Topics include the nature of space and time, theories of causation, theories of mind and action, the problem of universals, probability and induction, and scepticism.

Assessment: Written (6000 words):100% + OR + Essay (3000 words) and examination (3 hours): 100%