PHIL 460W - Philosophy of Language | GEWI

An examination of the philosophically important aspects of language. Possible topics include theories of meaning, analysis of referring and predication, the relation between language and reality, analysis of vagueness and metaphor, the role of language in philosophical method, the relation between language and necessary truth.

Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Winter (even yrs.)

Cross-Listed with PHIL 560

Prerequisite(s) Two PHIL courses (100-499)

Equivalent Courses PHIL 560

Updates Graduate Credit rescinded 3/2015, effective Fall 2015; Course Rotation added 1/2015

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