- You are able to reflect on the relation between science and society (policies, citizens, media, etc.), specifically regarding the case of healthy landscapes.
- You are able to analyse and reflect upon the different perceptions and forthcoming positions of actors in complex societal debates, specifically regarding the case of healthy landscapes.
- You are familiarised with popular examples of how to embed science in society and vice versa (f.e. living labs, citizen science).
- You are able to write a group essay on a chosen case study, applying different theoretical perspectives, in concise and understandable language.
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In this course, we will study the relationship between science and society. Rather than seeing ‘science’ and ‘society’ as two separate entities, science is embedded in society as much as society is embedded in science. Complex issues cannot be understood adequately without paying attention to its social dimensions. The aim of this course is to get students acquainted with various themes in the interplay between science and society. More specifically, this course explores the interactions between science, policy, media and citizens.
The relation between science and society will be explored by applying it to the ‘Healthy Landscape’ case study. This case is about developing and preserving biodiversity in a landscape with conflicting functions and with different stakeholders with different perspectives and interests. We will go deeper into six subsequent themes: science and communication, science and public, science and policy, science and media, science and philosophy. The course will be assessed with a reflective essay on the interaction between science through various lenses and society in a chosen case.
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| The course is accessible for all Bachelor's students and will introduce you to the Master's specialisation Science in Society. |
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