In this course we will critically assess a number of alternative theories of knowledge. It aims to familiarise students with the main positions and arguments within each topic, and to enable students to deploy these arguments for themselves.

16x1hr lectures, 4x1hr seminars over 10 weeks as scheduled in MyCampus. This is one of the Honours options in Philosophy and may not run every year. The options that are running this session are available on MyCampus.

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The standard assessments for this course are: 

■ Essay (2000 words) - 65% 

■ Portfolio (1500 words) - 35% 

If required, for instance where a disability prevents a student from undertaking a specific method of assessment, the following alternatives are available: 

■ There are no alternatives to the assessments, but flexible deadlines can be offered as reasonable adjustment (Students should follow the usual process for extensions). 

Further reasonable adjustments may be provided where necessary. Students are encouraged to consult with the course convenor.  

This course aims to:

■ introduce students to a number of major issues in the Theory of Knowledge (Epistemology); 

■ familiarize students with the main positions and arguments within each topic; 

■ enable the students to deploy these arguments for themselves. 

By the end of this course, students will be able to: 

■ Explain key concepts, theses, arguments and positions in epistemology.

■ Formulate these views in their own words.

■ Critically assess views and arguments in epistemology.

■ Offer their own views on these topics, and support them with evidence and argument.

■ Apply theories in epistemology to real life examples.