Philosophical term for the theory of knowledge. Often used in academic contexts. Compare with 認識論, which is a near-synonym but may be used slightly differently in some philosophical traditions.
See also: 認識論
Epistemology is a branch of philosophy.
He is taking a lecture on epistemology.
Compound of 知識 (knowledge) and 論 (theory, discourse). A straightforward Sino-Japanese term for epistemology.