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Stellenbosch University

Master of Philosophy in Science and Technology Studies

The Master of Philosophy in Science and Technology Studies in Computer and Information Systems is offered by Stellenbosch University.

Program Length: 1 YEAR.

Master of Philosophy in Science and Technology Studies offered by the Stellenbosch University at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

This MPhil programme entails block courses and a research assignment. It focuses on the social study of science and technology and on related aspects, including the policy of science and technology, research management and innovation management.

The one-year programme focuses on the social study of science and technology. It comprises three options:

• General;
• Research Management and Evaluation; and
• Science and Public Engagement.

You obtain the Master's degree after completion of eight modules of 15 credits each and a research assignment of 60 credits.

The "Science and Public Engagement" option in the MPhil programme focuses on the relationship between science and society from a 'sociology of science' perspective. If you are interested in the study of science mass communication (including science journalism), contact the Department of Journalism for more information.

Curriculum

Compulsory Modules 
Sociology of Science (15)
Science Policy Themes (15)
Assignment (Science and Technology Studies) (60)

Elective Modules for option 1: General

Choose six of the following modules.

Research Systems in Africa (15)

Research Evaluation (15)

Bibliometrics (15)

Advanced Scientometrics (15)

Research Uptake and Societal Impact (15)

Science, Technology and Development (15)

Science and its Publics (15)

Scientific Communication (15)

 

Compulsory Modules for option 2: Research Management and Evaluation

Research Management (15)

Research Evaluation (15)

Bibliometrics (15)

Advanced Scientometrics (15)

Research Uptake and Societal Impact (15)

Scientific Communication (15)

 

Compulsory Modules for option 3: Science and Public Engagement

Bibliometrics (15)

Research Uptake and Societal Impact (15)

Science and its Publics (15)

Science Engagement in Society: Theory and Practice (15)

Science Engagement in Society: Actors and Platforms (15)

Assessment and Examination

Structured course work modules are assessed by means of tests, essays, reading assignments, group and individual participation, and practical assignments. The research assignment is assessed according to the standard procedures of the University.