Prospectus

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Philosophy of Social Science II

Course
2009-2010

Beschrijving

This course will deal with one of the following four themes (rotating each year, influenced by the demand and teacher’s whim): 1. The philosophical foundations of rational choice; 2. Distributive Justice; 3. Multiculturalism; 4. Justice & Taxation. For each of these topics a more detailed description is available upon request.

Timetable

See Timetables Philosophy

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

Final research paper

Required reading

To be announced

Admission requirements

Admission to this course is restricted to MA students in Philosophy of a Specific Discipline, specialisation Philosophy of Social Science, who have completed course WMSS01 (Philosophy of Social Science I).

Information at

dr. B.J.E. Verbeek ( b.verbeek@phil.leidenuniv.nl)

Remarks

Compulsory course for MA students in Philosophy of a Specific Discipline, specialisation Philosophy of Social Science.

Registration

Please register for this course with the student administration: y.van.eijk@phil.leidenuniv.nl