Philosophy of Science in Policymaking

Education facts

Code: 721A80

<p>The course will enable students to critically analyse and interpret the results of scientific research and evaluate its limits and possibilities with respect to knowledge and its implementation. We have divided the course into four differently themed modules, consisting of lectures and seminars. The topics of the modules are dealing with scientific knowledge and scientific reasoning, what part statistics and probability play in science, how models are used in science and how to use scientific knowledge in policymaking. The reading materials for the course will be a combination of text book chapters to introduce some of the core concepts of philosophy of science, and articles from scientific journals to exemplify how these concepts can be applied in scientific work.</p>

Entry requirements

180 ECTS credits passed including 90 ECTS credits in a main field of study. English corresponding to the level of English in Swedish upper secondary education (Engelska 6 or Engelska nivå 2). Exemption from Swedish

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.

• Philosophy of Science in Policymaking

  Linköping University

  Start date: 21 September 2026

  End date: 25 October 2026

  Pace of study: 100 %