This module will introduce students to key aspects of so-called ‘ordinary language philosophy’, a philosophical method that involves attention to ‘language-games’, the human ‘form of life’ and what we do with words. The method is associated historically with Wittgenstein and J. L. Austin but has influenced many other important philosophers: e.g. Peter Strawson, Elizabeth Anscombe, Iris Murdoch, Peter Winch, Stanley Cavell, Cora Diamond and Judith Butler. Topics covered may include Wittgenstein on language-games, rule-following, and private language; J. L. Austin on performatives and excuses; applications of ordinary language methods to (e.g.) sociology, ethics, philosophy of mind, epistemology, philosophy of religion and feminist philosophy. Successful students will gain a good understanding of some key philosophers and concepts in ordinary language philosophy. The module will be assessed by presentation 10%, essay 40%, and examination 50%.