Theory of Science for the Human Sciences

Education facts

Code: AFI273

The course covers key concepts, methods, theories and problems within the theory of science in general and the human sciences in particular. Issues covered include 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 contingency of human institutions, the question of whether truth is relative or absolute, the ethical norms for research, and the difference between the natural sciences and the human sciences.

Entry requirements

Bachelor Degree of 180 credits in the field of Humanities, Social Sciences or Education and English 6/English level 2

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Theory of Science for the Human Sciences

  Dalarna University

  Borlänge

  Start date: 29 March 2027

  End date: 6 June 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %