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Cornerstone Science, Technology, and Policy
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:35:02
Abstract
This course introduces students to the MSc STP programme. It provides a general introduction to the study of STP.
Objective
Students will gett a general introduction to the study of STP. Students will learn about a variety of complex policy problems and ways and means of coming up with proposals for and assessments of policy options. In a reading workshop, they will learn how to improve their sikills in reading and understanding scientific papers in English language. An assessment will help students to map, where they are now and what qualities and skills they may wish to develop during and after their studies,
Content
- Introduction to Science, Technology and Policy. - Golden Personality Profile Assessment (GPTP). - Reading Workshop: Scientific Papers in English Language A detailled programme will be sent out to the participants in advance to the course.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Registration & Places
Course Components
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Cornerstone Science, Technology, and Policy
Block Course 10.+11.09.2020, 09:00 - 17:00; 14.09.2020, 15:00 - 19:00; 2.10.2020, 13:15 - 16:45
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20 h semesterly |
Offered In
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Social Sciences (The Category "Courses in Social Sciences" (Sozialwissenschaftliche Fächer) in the study regulations 2019 corresponds to the former category "Core Coureses" (Kernfächer) in the study regulations 2015.)
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