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PHIL2087 European Philosophy A

Later Year Course

Offered By School of Humanities
Academic Career Undergraduate
Course Subject Philosophy
Offered in Second Semester, 2010
Unit Value 6 units
Course Description

An examination of some foundational themes in European philosophies, as developed by nineteenth-century thinkers. Textsto be discussed may be selected from the works of Hegel, Marx, Schopenhauer, Nietzsche, Kierkegaard, Dilthey, and the Neokantians (e.g. Cohen and Natorp) among others. Students should consult the Philosophy web page for detailed course content.

Indicative Assessment

One 2,500 word essay, plus other components chosen from shorter written exercises, an end-of-course examination, and tutorial participation.

Workload 20 hours of lectures and 12 hours of tutorials
Areas of Interest Philosophy
Requisite Statement

Two Philosophy courses or EURO1002 Introduction to Contemporary Europe or EURO1004 Europe in the Modern Era: Foundations of International Relations or with the permission of the Coordinator, any two Arts courses.

Incompatibility

PHIL2062 German Philosophy and PHIL2054 Contemporary European Philosophy.

Majors/Specialisations Contemporary Europe and Philosophy
Academic Contact Dr Fiona Jenkins

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