Key information
- Faculty
- Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
- Teaching department
- Science and Technology Studies
- Credit value
- 15
- Restrictions
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Level 6 delivery is restricted to students on the iBSc Sociology and Politics of Medicine and iBSc History and Philosophy of Science and Medicine programmes. Students that select the level 6 delivery that are not enrolled on either programme will have their module selection rejected.
- Timetable
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Alternative credit options
There are no alternative credit options available for this module.
Whether we are talking about climate change, health or the economy, science is increasingly seen as a source of advice and evidence for policymakers throughout government. But what is the relationship between science and decision-making? Where does evidence come from and who are the experts? How are ideas converted into law, treaty and regulation and how are they implemented in within governments? These are some of the questions we consider in this module. Drawing on real-life case studies, as well as the academic literature from STS and political science, we will explore how science is used in government, in parliament, and in government at a local and international level. We鈥檒l take into account the needs of many actors and processes that shape this work. No prerequisites.
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Intended teaching term:
Term 1 听听听
Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 6)
Teaching and assessment
- Mode of study
- In person
- Methods of assessment
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50%
Coursework
50%
Other form of assessment
- Mark scheme
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Numeric Marks
Other information
- Number of students on module in previous year
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0
- Module leader
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Dr Melanie Smallman
- Who to contact for more information
- sts-aa@ucl.ac.uk
Intended teaching term:
Term 1 听听听
Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 5)
Teaching and assessment
- Mode of study
- In person
- Methods of assessment
-
50%
Coursework
50%
Other form of assessment
- Mark scheme
-
Numeric Marks
Other information
- Number of students on module in previous year
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0
- Module leader
-
Dr Melanie Smallman
- Who to contact for more information
- sts-aa@ucl.ac.uk
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.
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