PHIL 2405
Philosophy of the Paranormal
Examination of claims, concepts, theories and methods in parapsychology. Their scientific character and the relation of paranormal phenomena to philosophical issues such as survival of death, human nature, time, space, causality and perception.
2023
Topics
- The Uncanny: Part I
- & 11 The Uncanny: Part II
- Extrasensory Perception & Psychokinesis
- & 18 Mediumship and Ghost Hunting
- Astrology and Horoscopes
- & 25 Dreams, OBEs, Astral Projection and “Reality Shifting”
- Cryptozoology
- & June 1 Beyond Parapsychology: Anomalistic Psychology
Prerequisites & course information
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit in philosophy or permission of the Department. Lectures three hours a week.