Philosophy is the systematic exploration and analysis of fundamental questions about the world around us and the human condition. This minor provides students with the opportunity to focus on issues that intersect with advancements in empirical sciences. Introductory courses in this minor provide students with foundational analytical and critical thinking skills essential for these investigations, while more advanced courses explore topics concerning the nature of scientific knowledge and challenges arising from specific scientific disciplines.
Learning Outcomes
- examine and describe major issues, theories, and positions related to science and scientific practice;
- critically evaluate arguments and analyse their core concepts, assumptions, and implications; and
- articulate and defend written and oral arguments for and against positions using rationally persuasive argumentation.
Relevant Degrees
Requirements
The Philosophy and Science Minor requires the completion of 24 units, which must include:
24 units from the completion of the following course(s):
PHIL1005 - Logic and Critical Thinking (6 units)
PHIL2042 - Philosophy of the Cosmos (6 units)
PHIL2057 - Philosophy of Science (6 units)
PHIL2061 - Philosophy of Mind (6 units)
PHIL2082 - Sex and Death: the Philosophy of Biology (6 units)
PHIL2122 - Philosophy and Public Policy (6 units)
PHIL2125 - Rationality and Social Cooperation (6 units)
PHIL2126 - Science in Society: Ethics, Public Policy and Scientific Practice (6 units)
PHIL2127 - The Philosophy of Time (6 units)
PHIL2128 - Philosophy of Physics (6 units)
PHIL2290 - Philosophy, AI and Society (6 units)
PHIL3076 - Philosophy of the Life Sciences (6 units)
PHIL3078 - The Philosophy of Emotions (6 units)
PHIL3079 - Evolution and Human Nature (6 units)
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