What to study if I want to learn more about time?

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The discussion centers on the complexities of understanding time, highlighting its ambiguous nature even in contemporary physics and cosmology. A user seeks recommendations for books and resources to deepen their knowledge, expressing a desire to pursue research in this area during their academic career. Suggestions include "The Philosophy of Space and Time" by Hans Reichenbach and "The Geometry of Time" by Dierck-Ekkehard Liebscher, as well as the importance of studying relativity. The conversation also touches on the philosophical aspects of time, suggesting that it may not warrant a dedicated major. Additionally, the concept of the arrow of time is mentioned, with a recommendation to explore statistical mechanics and Boltzmann entropy, along with Roger Penrose's "Road to Reality" for further insights.
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Hi, I have been very interested in the topic of time for a few years of my life thus far. I haven't been able to actually study it because, according to a physics and cosmology professor, it isn't really that well understood even up to today. Can anyone direct me a book or website that gives the details and equations behind time. I would like to strengthen my understanding of it and, perhaps, make it my field of research during my undergradute and graduate years. I am hoping to possible make some contributions to it as well. Thank you!
 
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I don't think its a deep enough subject to have its own major. Just study Relativity.
 
Watch Dr. Who.
 
I would consider studying Philosophy, its an abstract concept which doesn't really have a empirical answer.
 
Thank you for the suggestions. I will look into all your answers especially Dr. Who.
 
As for why there is an arrow of time (why yesterday is different than tomorrow), look up statistical mechanics (more specfically Boltzmann entropy). Roger Penrose gives a good explanation in his book Road to Reality.
 

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