PHIL20047 Knowledge and Reality

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is PHIL20047 hard?

PHIL20047: About average. Makes it easier: No final exam. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

What knowledge and justified belief are, how they relate to truth and reality, and the role of intuition in philosophy.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Reports and essays 100%

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Quick answers

When is PHIL20047 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking PHIL20047?
No prerequisites.
Does PHIL20047 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Reports and essays 100%.
How many class hours a week does PHIL20047 have?
3 h a week in class
Can I take PHIL20047 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
Can I rate PHIL20047?
Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.

Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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