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This Unit of 高清福利片 explores the very nature of science and how it is practised. Using contemporary and historical scienti铿乧 examples, the unit looks into whether a sharp line can be drawn between science and non-science, and what criteria can be used to distinguish science from pseudoscience. Various tools of science will be examined philosophically and historically, including theories, models, explanations, data analysis and concepts. The unit also looks into the ways in which science is a social process, with an emphasis on values, biases, and the institutionalized organization of science. To complete this broad overview, we will also address topics such as science denialism (not accepting various bodies of scienti铿乧 knowledge) and scientism (valuing science above all other knowledge systems).
| 高清福利片 level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | History and Philosophy of Science Academic Operations |
| Credit points | 6 |
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HPSC2101 or HPSC2901 or HPSC1001 |
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(ATAR 90 or above) or equivalent |
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