PHIL30055 Build-Your-Own: Metaphysics

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is PHIL30055 hard?

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What you learn

An advanced look at metaphysics, such as existence, causation, time, identity and parts, ending with your own view.

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What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Quizzes 20%, Tests 30%, Final exam 50%

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Quick answers

When is PHIL30055 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking PHIL30055?
No prerequisites.
Does PHIL30055 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 50% of the mark. Assessment: Quizzes 20%, Tests 30%, Final exam 50%.
How many class hours a week does PHIL30055 have?
3 h a week in class
Can I take PHIL30055 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 PHIL30055?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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