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Introduction

Through a close examination of core philosophical texts from the late nineteenth century on, and making use of their skills in textual and argument analysis, students will examine the foundational methodological presuppositions of contemporary Western philosophical traditions.  This unit completes the philosophy major, and prepares students for honours level work in the discipline.

Summary 2020

Unit name Philosophy Capstone
Unit code HPH350
Credit points 12.5
Faculty/School College of Arts, Law and Education
School of Humanities
Discipline Philosophy and Gender Studies
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Teaching staff

Richard Corry, Suzy Bliss
Level Advanced
Available as student elective? Yes
Breadth Unit? No

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Requisites

Prerequisites

25 points at intermediate level in any HPH coded units

Co-requisites

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern

On campus: 3 contact hours weekly.

Off campus: the equivalent of 3 contact hours weekly facilitated through MyLO.

Assessment

Seminar/discussion board contribution (20%), 500 word assignment (10%), 4500 word essay (70%).

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