The philosophy of mind and metaphysics examines core issues in our understanding of the mind and the nature of reality. Topics include the ontology of mind, the nature of concepts and mental representations, and the problem of mental content. Metaphysics is concerned with these questions as well as other questions about reality, including the nature of necessity, causation, and how to reconcile recent scientific discoveries with our common-sensical conception of the world. The unit will provide background to these areas, and engage with contemporary research on that foundation.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Philosophy |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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None |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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PHIL4109 |
Assumed knowledge
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None |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | No |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | David Braddon-Mitchell, david.braddon-mitchell@sydney.edu.au |
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