Masterclass 2025 - Philosophical Problems in Science

University event offered by University of Birmingham

Short Session Delivered online Minimum students: 1

Our popular masterclass programme provides school students with fun, engaging, and interactive insights into what it's like to study at the University of Birmingham. The events are designed to inspire curiosity and expand knowledge and encourage participants to explore further studies in the subject.

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Booking Deadline:

14 March 2025

Full event details

What counts as a 'science'? Does science always tell us what is 'true'? Should science tell us how to run the world?
Who gets to do science and can it be 'unbiased'? In this Masterclass we will explore our own answers to some of the most important questions in philosophy of science.

This Masterclass is open to students in Years 12 and 13. It will appeal to those studying Philosophy, Religious Studies and/or a STEM Subjects (e.g. Biology/Physics).

Suitable for

Events for School and College Groups (Ages 16-18)
Events for College Groups (Ages 19+)
Events for individuals (enquiry not required to be through a school)

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