Vitenskapsteori og forskningsetikk

Knowledge

The candidate;

- is in the forefront of knowledge within topics discussed in the course

- has deep knowledge concerning similarities and differences between different positions in philosophy of science

- can evaluate the expediency and application of different philosophy of science perspectives in research in social sciences and economics

- can evaluate and applicate central terms and theories within philosophy of science and researchethics in his/her own research and development projects.

Skills

The candidate;

- can apply their knowledge in philosophy of science to contemporary debates about science policy and understand the terminology and concepts presupposed by advanced literature in the area.

- can manage complex interdisciplinary assignments and projects

- can formulate problems, plan and carry out complex research projects based on knowledge within philosophy of science and research ethics.

- can handle philosophical and ethical challenges in their own research projects based on wellfounded arguments.

General competence

The candidate:

- can manage complex disciplinary and interdisciplinary research and projects

- can apply his/her knowledge in philosophy of science on contemporary debates about science and research policy

- can understand the terminology and concepts presupposed by advanced literature in the area.

- can identify relevant ethical challenges and carry out his/her research with scholarly integrity