PHIL0181: Epistemology and Contemporary Society (21/22)

This is an intermediate-level module designed to introduce students to the burgeoning field of Applied Epistemology. We will use philosophical theories about knowledge, justification and belief-formation to explore pressing societal issues, such as online echo-chambers, conspiracy theories, and the way that power structures and human bias affect the flow of information. The course will be assessed by essay, and you will have the chance to write a formative essay as well.