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Topics in Metaphysics (PHIL40005)

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This unit covers selected issues in contemporary metaphysics. We will focus on a particular philosophical issue (e.g. ontology, possibility, necessity, the nature of objects), and look at contemporary work addressing this issue.

Intended learning outcomes

Students who successfully complete this subject should:

  • Show an understanding of selected issues in contemporary metaphysics
  • Manifest philosophical skill in arguing in an alert and well informed way for conclusions related to these issues
  • Display acquaintance with some important past contributions to the discussion of those issues
  • Indicate an awareness of how the subject matter is related to broader concerns in contemporary philosophy
  • Acquire the ability to locate issues concerning metaphysics
  • Learn to evaluate sophisticated arguments offered in the literature.

Last updated: 19 June 2024