Philosophy of Science (V7076)

15 credits, Level 5

Spring teaching

This module will explore the epistemic and social authority of science and look at the following questions:

• how does science work?
• are there limits to scientific knowledge? If so, what are they?
• is science objective?
• what role do values, identities, and interests play in science?
• should ordinary citizens trust and defer to science?
• why do some people dissent from scientific consensus?
• what does it mean to “believe in science”?

You'll have the opportunity to examine and develop your own positions on these issues.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2022/23. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.

We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.