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860-0003-00L 2 Credits MSC D-GESS
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Cornerstone Science, Technology, and Policy

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Thomas Bernauer
Only for Science, Technology, and Policy MSc and PhD. ISTP-PhD students please register via the Study Administration.
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:02:18

Abstract

This course introduces students to the MSc STP programme. It provides a general introduction to the study of STP.

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 out to the participants in advance to the course.

Resources

Literature

Literature and references will be available on Moodle.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Registration & Places

Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
seminar Cornerstone Science, Technology, and Policy
Block Course
  • 15.09 Date 09:15-17:00 (UNO B 11)
  • 16.09 Date 09:15-17:00 (UNO B 11)
  • 19.09 Date 14:15-17:00 (UNO B 11)
16 h semesterly

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