The School of History and Philosophy of Science in the Faculty of Science offers students the opportunity to examine the history and philosophy of scientific knowledge. Units of study in this major are available at standard and advanced level.
A major in History and Philosophy of Science allows you to enrich and deepen your knowledge of science and its place in modern society. The study of History and Philosophy of Science also allows you to stand back from the specialised concerns of other subjects by gaining a broader perspective on what science is, how it acquired its current form, and how it fits into contemporary society. You will learn how to analyse the ramifications of scientific developments from historical, social, cultural, and philosophical perspectives.
Graduates will gain the ability to identify and examine the conceptual and historical dimensions of science and technology using a variety of scholarly approaches. HPS is a valuable field of study for any career requiring an understanding of science, with particular relevance for careers in government or industry that focus on the critical evaluation of scientific knowledge. History and Philosophy of Science also enhances standard science degrees, giving them extra depth and breadth.
Requirements for the major and minor in the History and Philosophy of Science are listed in the History and Philosophy of Science unit of study table.
Honours in History and Philosophy of Science (HPS) is a one-year component available via an appended Honours. It includes four 6-credit point units of advanced coursework in several HPS areas (Philosophy, History, and Sociology, along with Research methods). As well as a 24-credit point research project.
Honours is available to students who have a completed major in an area relevant to their project and have met the requirements outlined in the resolutions. Admittance into the program is determined by the Faculty of Science as well as the honours coordinator.
| Website | School of History and Philosophy of Science |
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| hps.admin@sydney.edu.au | |
| Telephone | +61 2 9351 4226 |
| Address | School of History and Philosophy of Science Level 3, Carslaw Building F07 University of Sydney NSW 2006 |
| Major coordinator | Prof. Maureen O'Malley |
| Honours coordinator | Dr Kate Lynch E kate.lynch@sydney.edu.au |
