History and Philosophy of Science Major

This major can be taken by students enrolled in the pre-2008 Bachelor of Arts - please refer to the course overview for details.

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History and Philosophy of Science

An arts major in history and philosophy of science usually consists of eight 12.5 point subjects, totaling 100 points. It comprises:

• two first-year subjects in history and philosophy of science (25 points) and
• six second/third-year subjects in history and philosophy of science (totalling 75 points).

Students who commenced their degree before 2007 will need to complete 112.5 points toward this major in order to complete the major. For the specific major structure you must follow, refer to the handbook produced in the year you commenced your degree, available online at https://psc.unimelb.edu.au/

First-year subjects

Second/third-year subjects:

Optional Philosophy subjects:

BA students may take up to three philosophy subjects towards their major in history and philosophy of science. Subjects from the list below will be approved automatically. Other subjects may be approved by the Head of School if the content is deemed appropriate.