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Course Description
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Course Name
Philosophy of Science
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Host University
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
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Location
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Area of Study
Philosophy
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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ECTS Credits
6 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Course Objective
1. The student has achieved a broad knowledge of central debates in contemporary philosophy of science.
2. The student understands the key concepts and arguments employed in these debates.
3. The student is able to present his/her own well-argued views regarding the nature of scientific knowledge and its role in today’s culture and society.
4. The student is able to apply the general philosophical analyses to concrete cases, and can explain the relevance of these analyses to science practioners.
Course Content
This course will address key-subjects in philosophy of science:
- Classical philosophy of science;
- Historical and sociological research in science;
- Realism and the nature of scientific explanation;
- Science and values;
- Feminist's perspectives on science.
- Philosophy of science issuues in various disciplines
-Students also learn how to assess the value of resources according to the purpose they serve
Teaching Methods
Lectures, assignments, debates
Type of Assessment
- Written exam (30%) and MPC exam (30)%: objectives 1, 2 and 4
- Writing assignment (40%): objectives 3 and 4.
- Quizzes: pass/fail.
- A sufficient score for the MPC exam is a prerequisite for taking the written exam.
- Passing the quizzes is prerequisite for taking the written exam.
- There is a minimum requirement of 5.0 for both the written exam and the writing assignment.
Recommended background knowledge
Recommended is a general familiarity with systematic or historical problems from philosophy.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Some courses may require additional fees.