History and Philosophy of Science and Technology
Liberal Arts •
History
What is it about?
A program that focuses on the historical evolution of scientific theories, science applications and technologies, and the scientific, medical, and technological disciplines, as well as the philosophy of science and its historical socio-economic context. Includes instruction in the concepts and methods of philosophical inquiry; historiography of science; history of science, medicine, and technology; and research methods in the history of the scientific and engineering disciplines, including mathematics.
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Top 10 Public by Number of Graduates
Average public university graduating class: 6 students.
Top 10 Private by Number of Graduates
Average private university graduating class: 14 students.
O's Insights on History and Philosophy of Science and Technology
- Major has been stable in popularity over the last 5 years after decreasing prior to that.
- 27% of graduates come from public universities.
