Introduction to Philosophy: Philosophy and Science

(3 Credit Hours) · Undergraduate

This course will be an introduction to philosophy with a special focus on issues at the intersection of philosophy and science and in the philosophy of science. Topics to be discussed may include the nature and limits of scientific knowledge and the scientific method, the metaphysical foundations of science, puzzles to do with quantum mechanics and relativity theory, science and values, and the place of science in society and culture. For information about the current semester, see https://philosophy.nd.edu/courses/1st-courses-in-philosophy/introduction-to-philosophy-philosophy-science/