PHL4990

Problems in contemporary philosophy B

Proposed to be offered next in 1999

John Bigelow, Robert Pargetter and Elizabeth Prior Jonson

8 points
* 2 hours per week
* Second semester
* Clayton
* Prerequisites: PHL4900 or permission of head

Objectives Students successfully completing this subject will have a thorough understanding of a number of recent problems in philosophy. The exact nature of the problems addressed will vary from year to year; but in all cases, students should find themselves in a position to follow debates through articles in scholarly journals, and to contribute to those debates themselves.

Synopsis As with PHL4900 this subject will further explore current issues and contemporary writings within analytical philosophy. A reading list may be obtained from the department..

Assessment One 6000-word essay: 100%

Prescribed texts

A reading list may be obtained from the department.