Universal science (; ) is a branch of metaphysics. In the work of Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz, the universal science is the true logic. Plato's system of idealism, formulated using the teachings of Socrates, is a predecessor to the concept of universal science. It emphasizes on the first principles which appear to be the reasoning behind everything, emerging and being in state with everything. See also Architectonics References External links Stephen Palmquist, Heading 6, Philosophy as the Theological Science Philosophy of science Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Intellectual history History of science