This course investigates the history of science from Antiquity to the present and globally. The goal is to better understand science's many methods, fundamental concepts, logic, and ethics. Another goal is to build a broad perspective on the origins of science and its role in our modern world. It explores the history of science from antiquity to the present and across the world. This includes following changes as scientific knowledge moves between cultures. You will learn how to use history and philosophy to access, understand, and challenge positions in contemporary debates about science and technology. It is designed to enable you both to gain understanding of the discipline, and to develop intellectual, practical and transferable skills, such as critical thinking; retrieving, researching and analyzing material, time and project management and working effectively both independently and as part of a team. In this scientific and technological world, this programme provides an excellent foundation for many careers, especially those at the interface of professional science and the wider culture transnational. This may include science communication in print or broadcasting, education or museums; and employment in science policy or commercial posts such as in research administration, technology transfer, regulatory agencies, governments or charities. Further study, either within the discipline, or to acquire professional training for example for financial or legal careers, is popular among our graduates.