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PHIL2087 European Philosophy A

Later Year Course

Offered By School of Philosophy
Academic Career Undergraduate
Course Subject Philosophy
Offered in Second Semester, 2012
Unit Value 6 units
Course Description

This course offers an examination of some foundational themes in European philosophies, as developed by nineteenth-century thinkers. Students should consult the Philosophy web page for detailed course content. In 2010 the course will study Schopenhauer and Neitzsche, who excercised a huge influence on Twentieth Century thought and art.

Indicative Assessment

An essay (1,500 words) 30%

An essay (2,500 words) 50%

Contribution to debate 1 (oral, in class 5 mins) 10%

Contribution to debate 2 (discussion board, online 500 words) 10%

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.

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

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