Stream

Philosophy - PHILE23856

Stream Summary

Faculty: ARTSC - Faculty of Arts&Social Science

School: School of Humanities and Languages

Contact: hal@unsw.edu.au

Program: 3856 - Medicine / Arts

Award(s):

Bachelor of Arts (Minor)

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Stream Outline

THIS STREAM IS FOR STUDENTS COMMENCING FROM 2016.

Philosophy raises questions about all aspects of human life and the world and investigates them systematically. The minor stream in Philosophy focuses on interpretation of texts, balanced exposition and examination of issues, criticism of doctrines and beliefs commonly taken for granted, and construction and appraisal of arguments. The Philosophy curriculum seeks progressively to develop your skills in critical thinking and analysis, effective communication and persuasion in subject matter covered in the humanities and beyond. It also emphasises the intrinsic value of philosophy and philosophical thinking and analysis.

Stream Learning Outcomes

You should achieve the following learning outcomes upon the successful completion of the stream:
  • Identify ideas, arguments, philosophical points of view and intellectual traditions in key areas such as metaphysics, epistemology, ethics and social and political philosophy
  • Identify different philosophical methods and explain their contributions to knowledge
  • Recognise the relevance of philosophical questions to areas of inquiry in a range of disciplines

Stream Structure

If you wish to gain a minor stream in Philosophy you must complete 24 units of credit including 6 UOC at Level 1, 12 UOC at Level 2 and at 6 UOC at Level 3.

Level 1

You must complete 6 UOC from the following:

Level 2

You must complete 12 UOC at Level 2:
The following courses from other subject areas can also be counted towards the Philosophy minor stream:

Level 3

You must complete 6 UOC at Level 3:
The following courses from other subject areas can also be counted towards the Philosophy minor stream:
  • ARTS3787 European Modernity (6 UOC)
  • ARTS3901 Race and Gender (6 UOC)
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