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Researching Ideas (ARTS90012)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject introduces students to cutting edge research in four core areas of philosophy: (1) practical philosophy; (2) metaphysics and epistemology; (3) logic, philosophy of language and mind; (4) the history of philosophy. In most sessions, the seminar will be organized around work presented by a visiting philosopher, and will prepare students for participation in the philosophy discipline colloquium.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject students should be able to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of cutting edge research in four core areas of philosophy: (1) practical philosophy; (2) metaphysics and epistemology; (3) logic, philosophy of language and mind; (4) the history of philosophy
  • Have an enhanced awareness of the range of contemporary scholarship in their discipline or interdisciplinary area
  • Demonstrate an ability to reflect on, critically evaluate and synthesise the contemporary research literatures relevant to their thesis topic
  • Formulate and present the research proposal for their confirmation
  • Articulate the range of problems, concepts and theories relevant to their thesis and field of study.

Last updated: 8 November 2024