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In this unit we will explore the informational-turn in philosophy. We will investigate the nature of information itself, as well as information-based approaches to central philosophical issues across epistemology, metaphysics, logic, and semantics. We will also examine the role played by information in the sciences, as well as the socio-ethical impact of information-based technologies including web-based communication platforms, the impact of remote/autonomous systems such as drones and facial recognition on freedom and agency, data-as-labour vs data-as-capital, and the weaponisation of information itself.
Study level | Undergraduate |
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Academic unit | Philosophy |
Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites:
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12 credit points at 2000 level in the Philosophy major |
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Corequisites:
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None |
Prohibitions:
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None |
Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
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