PHILO3209 Modern European Philosophy
This course functions as a critical examination of the history of European philosophical ideas of the modern period (i.e., from Descartes up until the twentieth century). Beginning with an analysis of Descartes¿ famous statement `I think, therefore I am¿, the course will map the theory of the subject or `I¿ as being the central issue in Western philosophy from the 17th century onwards, specifically with regards to our interactions with and knowledge of the world. Accordingly, the course will examine different theorisations of the subject and its interactions with external objects, other subjects, nature, and God, from Descartes onwards. The course will conclude with a consideration of how these issues have informed twentieth century philosophy.
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) unit fee
A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is one that is subsidised by the Australian Government, which means students only pay the student contribution amount of the tuition fee. CSPs are only available to eligible domestic students.
The student contribution amount depends on the unit and how much funding the Government provides. Each unit is classified into a band based on its discipline (which may be different to your overall course discipline).
2025 student contribution amount: $2,124
2025 grandfathered student contribution amount (for students who commenced before 1 Jan 2021*): $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.