Philosophy flourished in Australia after the war. There was
spectacular growth in both the number of departments and the number of
philosophers. On top of this philosophy spread beyond the philosophy
departments.

Serious studies, and interest in philosophy is now common in faculties
as diverse as law, science and education. Neither is this development
merely quantitative, the Australian researcher has come of age and
contributes widely to international debates. At least one movement
originated in Australia.

This makes the study of philosophy in Australia timely, evidenced by
the number of articles concerned with this area that begin to appear
in international journals. In Australia itself there is growing
interest in the history of the country''s philosophical development.
There are discussions in conferences and meetings: the matter is now
the subject of courses.