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Introduction in the philosophy of mathematics
Einführung in die Philosophie der Mathematik
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:06:48
Abstract
The seminar aims at giving an overview over positions within the philosophy of mathematics as, for instance, intuitionism and structuralism.For this purpose seminal texts by Quine, Dummett, Field and others will be read.
Objective
The seminar aims at giving an overview over positions within the philosophy of mathematics as, for instance, intuitionism and structuralism.
Content
Seminal texts by Quine, Dummett, Field and others will be read.
Resources
Lecture Notes
no script
Literature
W.D. Hart (ed.): The Philosophy of Mathematics (Oxford Readings in Philosophy). Oxford University Press, 1996.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- DS , SHE
- Frequency
- Every two years
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| seminar | Einführung in die Philosophie der Mathematik |
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2 h weekly |
Offered In
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Humanities, Social and Political Sciences (In order to be awarded credits, please register under "Pflichtwahlfach GESS"!. The language courses are offered by the ETH and University of Zurich Language Center.)
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Mathematics MAS SHE (Detailed information on the programme at: )
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Compulsory Electives (Further course offerings from the category Educational Science are listed under "Programme: Educational Science for MAS SHE and TC".)
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Computer Science MAS SHE (Detailed information on the programme at: )
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Compulsory Electives (Further course offerings from the category Educational Science are listed under "Programme: Educational Science for MAS SHE and TC".)
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