Generation of Knowledge in Environmental Science, 7.5 credits
(Kunskapsproduktion inom miljövetenskap, 7,5 högskolepoäng)
| Course code | 1164MJ |
|---|---|
| Subject area | Environmental Science |
| Main field of study | Environmental Science |
| Progressive specialisation | A1F (Second cycle, has second-cycle course/s as entry requirements) |
| Academic school | School of Natural Sciences, Technology and Environmental Studies |
| Disciplary domain |
Natural sciences 50%
Social sciences 50% |
| Grading scale | AF |
| Education cycle | Second-cycle (Master) |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Valid from | Autumn semester 2018 |
Validation
This course syllabus was validated by the Faculty Board at Södertörn University on 2018-04-23 according to the stipulations in the Higher Education Ordinance.
Entry requirements
The equivalent of English B and a Bachelor's degree including a minimum of 90 credits in Environmental Science, Bioscience, Political Science, Sociology, International Health, or Media and Communication Studies as the main field of study, and 15 credits in Environmental Science in second cycle.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student is able to:
- describe the multifaceted nature of environmental science and the generation of knowledge within environmental science
- relate theoretical approaches and methodologies used in environmental science to major forms of scientific inquiry described within the philosophy of science
- understand the utility, limitations and uncertainties associated with various research methodologies and seen from different theories of science
- critically assess various forms of knowledge production
Course content, modules and examinations
This course discusses and analyses what environmental science is about and how knowledge is produced and used in environmental science. This discussion is based on a broad consideration of the philosophy of science, theory of science and research methodology. In this discussion, approaches such as positivism, post-positivism, constructivism and critical realism are introduced and compared. Limitations and uncertainties about scientific explanations and predictions are examined.
1001,
Generation of Knowledge in Environmental Science,
7.5 credits
(Kunskapsproduktion inom miljövetenskap,
7,5 högskolepoäng)
Grades permitted:
AF
Course design
This course primarily builds on lectures in combination with compulsory seminars in which different theoretical and methodological topics are discussed.Examination format
The course is examined by:
- Written examination on the course literature
Seminars
- Seminars and seminar assignments
Absence from compulsory seminars can, after consultation with the course coordinator, be compensated for by supplementary assigments. Absence from more than 50% of the seminars requires that the student take the course again.
The grading criteria are distributed prior to the start of a course or module.
The grading criteria are distributed prior to the start of a course or module.
If a student has a certificate from Södertörn University for compensatory support, the examiner has the right to decide on an adapted examination or alternative form of examination in accordance with Södertörn University's regulations.
Restrictions on accreditation
The course may not be accredited as part of a degree if the contents are partly or wholly the same as a course previously taken in Sweden or elsewhere.
Other stipulations
Following the Vice-Chancellors decision on internationalization and grade scale at Södertörn University College (dnr: 1148-1.1.2-2018), this syllabus replaces the syllabus with course code 1097MJ, with the difference that the grade system has been updated. The syllabus is determined through special order (dnr: 1776-2.1.1-2018).