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<p>This subject provides an introduction to a number of major philosophical theories about human nature and the good life. Theories studied stretch from those that originated in ancient civilisations to those articulated during the 20th century. Connections between each theory of human nature and philosophical positions in metaphysics and epistemology are explored, and the implications for the good life are then articulated through ethics and political philosophy. Philosophical theories of human nature and the good life pre-date the modern science of psychology and provide a useful perspective on the contemporary interface between philosophy and psychology.</p>
<p>Please note this subject is only offered in years ending in 1, 3, 5, 7, 9.</p>

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PHL103 - Human Nature and the Good Life

Human Nature and the Good Life

be able to recall, compare, and apply philosophical theories of human nature and the good life.

be able to identify where underlying philosophical debates concerning central issues in relation to human nature, for example, the nature vs nurture debate, connect with philosophical theories of human nature and the good life; and

be able to explain aspects of a number of philosophical theories of human nature and the good life;

be able to critically evaluate aspects of a number of philosophical theories of human nature and the good life;

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