Screening, Self and Other in 20th Century Philosophy

PHILO1006 Screening, Self and Other in 20th Century Philosophy

This course examines how twentieth century philosophers have approached the following ethical issues: the relation between self and other; the significance of `the other¿ and others; the implications of this for our understanding of contemporary society and politics; and the implication of theories of self and other for our understanding of identity. In addition to considering a range of philosophical theories and texts, the course will also explore how such questions of self and other have been represented through the medium of the small screen. This is an opportunity to revisit TV through the lens of philosophy, and to ask a provocative question: Can television (help us) think?

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).

2025 contribution amount* $2,124
2025 grandfathered contribution amount^ $997

^ If you are a continuing student who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.

* For Psychology and Social Work bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. To find out more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

International full fee–paying places

International tuition fees are course-based annual fees and the unit fee you pay will vary according to the degree you are studying. To find out more about international tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

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