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ATS2872 · Monash University

Topics in Indian philosophy

Credit points
6
Level
2
Workload
≈ 12 h / week
Faculty
Arts

What it covers

The unit considers a range of topics in metaphysics and ethics from an Indian perspective. The aim is to contrast the views of the conservative Hindu philosophers with those of the Indian heretics. Among the metaphysical topics special emphasis is placed on the theories of the self and their relation to interesting Hindu doctrines of Karma and Rebirth. The course also explores the relations between karma and other enigmatic traditional Indian concepts.

Assessment

TaskTypeWeight
EssayWritten50%
Analytical exerciseExercise10%
Analytical exerciseExercise10%
Take home final assessmentWritten30%

When and where

Not offered in 2027, or offerings not published yet.