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Science Policy (HPSC0006)

Key information

Faculty
Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching department
Science and Technology Studies
Credit value
15
Restrictions
N/A
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

This module surveys social and political thinking about the role of science and technology in society as well as the relationship between science and the state. Topics normally include: the role of the state in the promotion, regulation and shaping of science and technology, risk and governance with uncertainty, the idea of scientific autonomy, the moral responsibility of the scientist, and the commercialization of science. The module also will critical analyse case studies of recent science policies.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 2 听听听 Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 4)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study
In person
Methods of assessment
30% Coursework
70% Exam
Mark scheme
Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year
88
Module leader
Professor Jack Stilgoe
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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Important information

The catalogue has been updated with key information about the modules that will run during the 2024/25 academic session. Current and prospective students can browse through the catalogue to consider possible module choices for the coming year.

Please note,听information in the catalogue is听subject to change as teaching and assessment arrangements for 2024/25 may need to be adjusted in line with the University's Feedback and Assessment principles and operating model.

Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed exams and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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