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Mathematical Sciences Institute · ANU College of Systems and Society
A course for science or non-science students jointly offered by Mathematics and Philosophy that aims to provide a conceptual understanding of some of the many faces of the large-scale universe. We will discuss general issues relating to the nature of philosophy and science, space and time, and the universe as a whole. The main topics of the course are: the overall structure of the observable universe; space and time; relativity; black holes; phenomena and reality; and anthropic principles. Each topic will be introduced in a historical context emphasising how it has evolved over time and is still evolving.
Tutorial participation
Learning outcomes 4, 5
Essay, 1000 words
Learning outcomes 1
Essay, 2000 words
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Exam, 2 hours, during the examination period
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3
130 hours of total student learning time made up from: a) 36 hours of contact over 12 weeks: 24 hours of lectures and 12 hours of tutorials and tutorial-like activities; and b) 94 hours of independent student research, reading, and writing.
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