Theory of Science for the Human Sciences, Short Course | Online | Dalarna University | Sweden
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Theory of Science for the Human Sciences

2 months
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10875 SEK/full
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About

The Theory of Science for the Human Sciences course offered by Dalarna University covers key concepts, methods, theories and problems within the theory of science in general and the human sciences in particular.

Overview

What you will learn

Upon completion of the Theory of Science for the Human Sciences course offered by Dalarna University, students will be able to:

  • systematically explain concepts, methods and theories from within the general theory of science as well as the theory of science from the human sciences,
  • discuss fundamental issues from the field of human sciences and reflect upon the place the human sciences have among other sciences.
  • critically evaluate theoretical positions and empirical results in field of the human sciences,
  • reflect upon and argue for research findings in the human sciences.
  • make appropriate assessments relating to research ethics with regard to research questions within the human sciences.

Programme Structure

The program focuses on:

  • the origin of meaning
  • the justification of interpretations
  • knowledge of other minds
  • the redundancy or impossibility of intercultural understanding
  • the fairness in individual and cultural differences
  • the implications of the contignency of human institutions
  • the question of whether truth is relative or absolute
  • the ethical norms for research
  • the difference between the natural sciences and the human sciences

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 2 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details
  • Course dates: 25 Mar - 2 June
  • Open for late application

Language

English

Credits

7 ECTS
  • 7,5 Credits

Delivered

Online

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • Bachelor Degree of 180 credits in the field of Humanities, Social Sciences or Education
  • English 6

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    10875 SEK/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 10875 SEK for the full programme during 2 months.
  • EU/EEA

    Free
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 0 SEK for the full programme during 2 months.
  • EU/EEA Citizens or exchange students are not required to pay fees.

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