An advanced course in foundations and methodology of the natural sciences. The course will treat a number of specialist themes in the philosophy of physics and/or biology, depending on the participants’ interests. Sample themes: analysis of empirical data in physical sciences, philosophy of cosmology, the species problem, foundations of evolutionary theory. Further details available on request from the lecturer.
Timetable
see Timetable MA in Philosophy of a Specific Discipline 2008-2009
Method of instruction
Depending on the number of enrolments this course will be offered either as a full seminar or as a series of individual tutorial sessions.
Examination
To be announced
Required reading
A selection of books and journal articles, available in libraries; the reading list will be determined at the beginning of the course.
Admission requirements
Admission to this course is restricted to MA students in Philosophy of a Specific Discipline, specialisation Natural Science, who have completed course MAW576 (Philosophy of Natural Science I).
Information at
dr. J.W. McAllister (j.w.mcallister@phil.leidenuniv.nl)
Remarks
Compulsory course for MA students in Philosophy of a Specific Discipline, specialisation Natural Science.
Registration
Please register for this course with the student administration: y.van.eijk@phil.leidenuniv.nl