PHIL 371: Philosophy of the Natural Sciences

PHIL 371-002: Philosophy of Natural Sciences
(Fall 2025)

03:00 PM to 04:15 PM TR

Enterprise Hall 174

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Section Information for Fall 2025

In-depth examination of selected topics and debates in contemporary philosophy of science. Studies the
aims and methodology of science through the work of key thinkers in the field. Questions of concern
may include: the demarcation of science from pseudo-science; the rationality of scientific change;
problems of induction, prediction and evidence; objectivity, values and scientific practice; the unity of
science; and the relation between scientific knowledge and truth. Offered by Philosophy. Limited to
three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PHIL 271 or permission of instructor.

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Credits: 3

In-depth examination of selected topics and debates in contemporary philosophy of science. Studies the aims and methodology of science through the work of key thinkers in the field. Questions of concern may include: the demarcation of science from pseudo-science; the rationality of scientific change; problems of induction, prediction and evidence; objectivity, values and scientific practice; the unity of science; and the relation between scientific knowledge and truth. Offered by Philosophy. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PHIL 271 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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