Imagination and Innovation Through Sci-Fi: Exploring the Power of Ideas in Science Fiction

GERMAN 180CN

This course investigates how the genre of Science Fiction can lead to the conception and exploration of groundbreaking ideas. Through a selection of films and literary works, we will examine how science fiction imagines future worlds, challenges current paradigms, and unlocks potential by fostering creativity and innovation. Students will analyze how authors and filmmakers envision technological advancements, artificial intelligence, and alternate realities. The course will highlight the ways in which these imaginative worlds inspire real-world innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible and encouraging creative thinking. Through critical analysis, students will gain a deeper understanding of the intersection between science fiction and the potential for transformative ideas.

Prerequisites

Reserved for first-year students in the Innovation constellation. Students may enroll in one constellation course per semester.

Curriculum Codes
  • HI
Cross-Listed As
  • SCISOC 180CN
Typically Offered
Fall and/or Spring