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PHIL4110: Advanced Topics in Philosophy of Science
2022 unit information
The philosophy of science is concerned with the nature and limits of scientific knowledge. How can we explain the ability of the sciences to consistently produce powerful and reliable knowledge Are there any fundamental differences between the physical, biological and social sciences Philosophers increasingly recognise that different philosophical issues arise in different sciences, and in any particular year the course will focus on issues raised by one or more individual sciences such as quantum physics, evolutionary biology, genetics, ecology, mathematics, neuroscience, or economics.
Unit details and rules
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Philosophy
| Code | PHIL4110 |
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| Academic unit | Philosophy |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. demonstrate advanced understanding of latest philosophical methods
- LO2. demonstrate in-depth understanding of the key texts, concepts, issues and positions in the relevant field of philosophical research
- LO3. demonstrate advanced disciplinary competence in fundamental philosophical skills of conceptual analysis, critical thinking, logical reasoning and argument
- LO4. communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely, in appropriate academic style
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