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The master Philosophy of Science, Technology and Society (PSTS) teaches students to critically analyse and assess the influence of science and technology on society.
How are information and communication technologies affecting our privacy? Can we anticipate the future implications of nanotechnology for society? Are there ethical limits to genetic modifications of animals and human beings? How do new technologies change our behaviour and our perceptions of the world? These are just some of the questions explored in the Master of Science programme Philosophy of Science, Technology and Society.
PSTS is characterized by its ‘empirical’ orientation. Rather than only studying the philosophical tradition, or aiming to understand technology in general, research begins with analysing specific technologies and technological practices and discourses. PSTS has a strong international orientation. All courses are taught in English and several of our lecturers are from abroad.
The programme PSTS embraces four profiles:
- Technology and the Human Being
- Technology and Values
- Dynamics of Science & Technology
- Technology, Culture & Modernity
Summary
| degree | MSc |
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| accreditations |
nvao (nl)
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| type | regular |
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| forms | full-time, part-time |
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| # credits | 120 EC |
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| study duration | 2 year |
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| subscription | croho 60024 |
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| numerus clausus | no |
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Program starts
| Starting month |
Deadline (EU) |
Deadline (Non-EU) |
| September |
July |
May |
Education
| Instruction languages |
100% en
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| forms | full-time, part-time |
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| study duration | 2 year |
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| # credits | 120 |
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Specialisations
This education has no specialisations.
Composition
| Year |
Theory |
Practice |
Self-study |
Other |
| 1% |
25% |
25% |
50% |
0% |
| 2% |
15% |
10% |
50% |
25% |
Tuitionfee
| 2011/2012 |
non EU/EER fulltime |
€ 10000 |
| 2011/2012 |
statutory fee fulltime |
€ 1713 |
| 2012/2013 |
statutory fee fulltime |
€ 1771 |
| 2012/2013 |
non EU/EER fulltime |
€ 10120 |
| 2011/2012 |
institutional fee fulltime |
€ 10000 |
| 2012/2013 |
institutional fee fulltime |
€ 10120 |
Admission
Requirements for admission
| knowledge minimum | Sufficient proficiency in the English language. Minimal IELTS: 6.5, minimal TOEFL iBT: 90. |
| active employment | The main admission requirement for the programme PSTS is
a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in applied or
natural science or mathematics, engineering science, computer
or information science, biomedical science, or environmental
science. Students from other disciplines – notably students
with a bachelor’s degree in philosophy – may also be admitted,
provided they have a sufficiently strong background in science
or engineering at a university level, or a specialization in a
non-qualifying bachelor’s programme that includes a strong
emphasis on science, applied science, or technology. Graduates with a bachelor’s degree in philosophy are eligible
for exemption from some introductory courses. |
| personal motivation | We ask international students to complete an academic skills test, sent to you after we receive the application form. |
| knowledge minimum | Good writing skills / Computer skills. |
Dutch students
Not specified.
Foreign students
The following language requirements:
| Language exam |
Minimum score |
| IELTS listening | 6.0 |
| IELTS reading | 6.0 |
| IELTS writing | 6.0 |
| IELTS speaking | 6.0 |
| IELTS overall band | 6.5 |
| TOEFL paper based | 90 |
International exchanges
Not specified.
Courses
graduation assignment
(
30 credits in year 2
)
internship
(
10 credits in year 2
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