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  Nov 30, 2025
 
2013-2014 Undergraduate Studies Bulletin 
  
2013-2014 Undergraduate Studies Bulletin [Archived Catalog]

PHIL 524 - Philosophy of Biology

Credits: 3

Examination of major conceptual, theoretical, and methodological issues in biological science. Topics include reductionism, units of selection, adaptationism, relations between evolutionary and developmental biology and between biology and society.

Prerequisites: 3 hours in philosophy beyond the 100 level or consent of the instructor