This course introduces students to the MSc STP programme. It provides a general introduction to the study of STP.
Learning objective
This course introduces students to the MSc program in two ways. First, it provides a general introduction to the study of STP. Second, it exposes students to various complex policy problems and ways and means of coming up with proposals for and assessments of policy options.
In a reading workshop, students will learn how to improve their skills in reading and understanding scientific papers in English.
Content
- Introduction to Science, Technology and Policy. - Reading Workshop: Reading and understanding scientific papers in English.
A detailled programme will be sent to the participants in advance.
Literature
Literature and references will be available in Moodle.
Prerequisites / Notice
This course is open only to students of the MSc in Science, Technology and Policy, offered by the ISTP
Competencies
Subject-specific Competencies
Concepts and Theories
assessed
Method-specific Competencies
Analytical Competencies
assessed
Decision-making
fostered
Problem-solving
fostered
Social Competencies
Communication
fostered
Cooperation and Teamwork
fostered
Personal Competencies
Creative Thinking
assessed
Critical Thinking
assessed
Performance assessment
Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
: Special students and auditors need a special permission from the lecturers