PHIL 222 - Philosophy of Language

1 unit(s)

What is meaning? How does language relate to the mind and the world? How is communication through language possible? This course delves into these questions by examining seminal works in the philosophy of language. We explore important texts from Frege, Russell, Putnam, and Kripke, among others. Additionally, we broaden our perspective by incorporating texts from Gaṅgeśa in Indian philosophy. Through critical analysis of the texts, students gain a deeper understanding of the nature of language, meaning, and communication, while developing skills in analytical thinking and argumentation.

Prerequisite(s): One previous course in Philosophy.

Two 75-minute periods.

Not offered in 2026/27.

Course Format: CLS