History, Philosophy and Culture of Science (HPS+)
... looks into questions such as ...
- What are the foundations and methodologies in the sciences?
- How do scientific conceptualisation and theory construction come about?
- In what way do humanities, social sciences and cultural studies as well as natural and engineering sciences differ?
- Which values should guide science practice?
- Which role does science play in society?
Degree programmes
History, Philosophy and Culture of Science (HPS+), Master 1 subject
Profile
| Degree: | Master of Arts |
| Start: | Winter- and summer semester |
| Duration: | 4 semesters |
| Classroom language: | German, English |
What's it all about?
This degree programme is unique, because ...
it is the only Master’s degree in the German-speaking countries that combines theoretical and historical reflection of science with cultural and social perspectives of science.
It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields
- philosophy of science (foundations and methodologies in the sciences)
- history of science (formation and evolution of the sciences)
- science ethics (responsibility and application of science)
- science research from the perspective of cultural studies
- science and technology in the social context (STS)
Who is suited?
Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,
have:
- an interest in the foundations, methodologies, values and the social relevance of sciences, as well as the ability to explore these fields systematically and diligently
- the closer examination of the ‘obvious’, the study of historical developments, and first and foremost the interdisciplinary approach
struggle through:
- fascinating, but often complex and ambitious systematic argumentation and historical source texts
This degree programme is suited for graduates in the following subjects
- Bachelor of Arts, especially in philosophy
Graduates from this degree programme frequently work
- academic research and education
- science management
- promotion of science
- non-academic research
- communication of science
And else?
An internship ...
is recommended.
Duration: 1 semester
Studying abroad ...
is recommended. It is done in the 3rd semester.
Duration: 1 semester
Where do I find help?
Academic advisory office
Prof. Dr. D. Helmut Pulte
Building, Room: GA 3/149
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-28726
Email: wtundwg@rub.de
Website academic advisory office
Contact students
Fachschaft Philosophie
Building, Room: GA 3/36
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-24720
Email: fr-philo@rub.de
Website Fachschaft
Internet