Stephen Hawking famously declared that science had replaced philosophy as the torch-bearer of knowledge. And many philosophers now equally see metaphysics as a mere exercise in language.

In this three-part course, Philosopher John Heil revives metaphysics and outlines his original approach to the big questions of substance, causation and consciousness.

You will learn about:

Science’s need for metaphysical explanation and support.

The limits to what science can tell us about substance and consciousness.

How causality affects our freedom.

Why there is something rather than nothing.

Through video lectures, questions and suggested reading discover why metaphysics remains ‘the most noble of sciences’. Share your ideas and support your learning through our discussion boards and test your knowledge with questions throughout the course.

Requirements

This course is designed for anyone interested in metaphysics and the philosophy of science and requires no prior knowledge. Whether you’re working in the field or you just want to learn more, we welcome you to join The Universe As We Find It.