— Philosophy of Space & Time

Prerequisites & course information

This version has ended; see updated course, below. Course Description: Philosophical problems of space and time. Philosophical implications of space-time theories, such as those of Newton and Einstein. Topics may include the nature of geometry, conventionalism, absolutist versus relationist views of space and time, philosophical impact of relativity theory. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 3 hour(s), Term Paper. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Arts & Humanities (AH); Writing Experience (WE). PHI 111 — Philosophy of Space & Time (4 units) Course Description: Philosophical problems of space and time. Philosophical implications of space-time theories, such as those of Newton and Einstein. Topics may include the nature of geometry, conventionalism, absolutist versus relationist views of space and time, philosophical impact of relativity theory. Prerequisite(s): One upper division Philosophy course recommended. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 3 hour(s), Term Paper. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Arts & Humanities (AH). This course version is effective from, and including: Fall Quarter 2026. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 3 hour(s), Term Paper. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Arts & Humanities (AH); Writing Experience (WE). PHI 111 — Philosophy of Space & Time (4 units) Course Description: Philosophical problems of space and time. Philosophical implications of space-time theories, such as those of Newton and Einstein. Topics may include the nature of geometry, conventionalism, absolutist versus relationist views of space and time, philosophical impact of relativity theory. Prerequisite(s): One upper division Philosophy course recommended. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 3 hour(s), Term Paper. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Arts & Humanities (AH). This course version is effective from, and including: Fall Quarter 2026.