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Mind, Brain, and Behavior Track 15 half-courses
Students interested in studying philosophical questions that arise in connection with the sciences of mind, brain, and behavior may pursue a program of study affiliated with the University-wide Mind, Brain, and Behavior (MBB) initiative, that allows them to participate in a variety of related activities. MBB track programs must be approved on an individual basis by the Philosophy MBB Adviser. Further information can be obtained from the Undergraduate Coordinator.
- Required courses:
- Three basic MBB half-courses:
- Science B-29, recommended first year.
- MCB 80 (formerly Biological Sciences 80).
- Junior year seminar in Mind, Brain, and Behavior.
- One introductory half-course in Philosophy, preferably an introduction to the problems of philosophy.
- Philosophy 156.
- One half-course in logic.
- Two further half-courses in contemporary metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of science, philosophy of mind, or philosophy of language.
- Two half-courses covering two of history of ancient philosophy, history of modern philosophy, ethics.
- Two further MBB-listed half-courses from outside the Philosophy Department, to be selected in consultation with the MBB adviser.
- Tutorials:
- Sophomore year: Same as Basic Requirements.
- Senior year: Same as Basic Requirements.
- Thesis: Same as Requirements for Honors Eligibility.
- General Examination: None.
- Other information: Same as Basic Requirements.
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