History and Philosophy of Science

Major study in History and Philosophy of Science (HPS).

The science major in History and Philosophy of Science.

Students may only complete this major in conjunction with another science major that cannot be biotechnology or environmental science.

History and Philosophy of Science major

Completion of 50 science points of HPS study at third year level.

Third year level HPS subjects available for science credit completed in previous years will also contribute to the HPS major.

Only HPS subjects with science status can be included in this major.

To be awarded two science majors (i.e. the History and Philosophy of Science major and a second science major), students must complete a minimum of 87.5 points of science study at third year level. Up to the equivalent of one 12.5 point science subject at third year level can be counted towards both majors where applicable.