PHL3850

Topics in Indian Philosophy ( 6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Monima Chadha

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2006 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2006 (OCL)
Clayton SA-02 2006 (OCL)
Clayton Second semester 2006 (OCL)

Synopsis: The unit considers a range of topics in philosophy: metaphysics, ethics and theory of knowledge from an Indian perspective. The aim is to contrast the views of the conservative Hindu philosophers with those of the Indian heretics. Among the metaphysical topics special emphasis is placed on the theories of the self and their relation to interesting Hindu doctrines of Karma and Rebirth. The course also explores the relations between karma and other enigmatic traditional Indian concepts. www.arts.monash.edu.au/phil/undergraduate/lateryear.html

Assessment: Two exercises (750 words): 20% + Essay (2000 words): 50% + Examination (1 hour): 50% + Students will have the option of replacing one or both of the exercises by participation in an on-line discussion via the portals interface.

Contact Hours: 2 hours (1 x 2 hour seminar) per week. OCL mode: workshops optional

Prerequisites: A first-year sequence in Philosophy.

Prohibitions: PHL2850