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Level 2  -  12 credits  -  autumn term

E-learning links

Study Direct: V7061 (09/10)

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Course description

Course outline

Epistemology is a central philosophical area and pertains to issues concerned with knowledge and how we acquire it. Though informed by certain important historical debates and figures, this course will concentrate on current issues in contemporary epistemology. Questions addressed will include: What is knowledge? Is certain knowledge a genuine possibility? What makes a belief justified? Is there such a thing as epistemic virtue? What are the special problems surrounding inductive knowledge? Does one have special privileged access to knowledge about one’s own mind? How might perception best be characterised?

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course, a successful student should be able to:

1. Demonstrate a coherent and detailed understanding of key epistemological issues;
2. Analyse key arguments;
3. Demonstrate an understanding of key concepts;
4. Demonstrate familiarity with contemporary debates in the field.

Assessments

Resit mode of assessment

Timing

Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.

Weighting

Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.

Teaching methods

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Contact details

Mr Murali Ramachandran

Assess convenor, Convenor
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