Philosophy of Science and Methodology
2019/2020
Content, progress and pedagogy of the module
This module comprises teaching of philosophy of science and methodology with a main emphasis on philosophy of science and methods related to international and intercultural issues, within the humanistic and social sciences.
Learning objectives
Knowledge
- central aspects of philosophy of science and methods related to international and intercultural processes
- reflection on the relation of different methods to paradigms of philosophy of science
Skills
- assessment and choice of quantitative and qualitative methods, including methods of text and discourse analysis
- argumentation and communication of methodological choices
Competences
independently, and on the basis of critical methodological considerations, designing optimal research strategies in relation to relevant issues within culture, communication and global studies.
Extent and expected workload
5 ECTS
Exam
Exams
| Name of exam | Philosophy of Science and Methodology |
| Type of exam | Active participation and/or written assignment
The examination is completed by satisfactory and active
participation in the module, i.e. a minimum of 80% attendance,
contribution to discussion sessions of the module through oral
presentation and active participation and completion of set tasks,
which will be part of a portfolio.
Any re-examination is a 2-day take-home assignment given by the examiner on the basis of the curriculum of the module in Philosophy of Science and Methodology. The assignment response paper must not exceed 10 pages. The assignment paper will be evaluated by the examiner; in case of a fail grade, the assignment paper will also be evaluated by another internal examiner. |
| ECTS | 5 |
| Permitted aids | All written and all electronic aids |
| Assessment | Passed/Not Passed |
| Type of grading | Internal examination |
| Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures |
Facts about the module
| Danish title | Videnskabsteori og metodologi |
| Module code | KACCG20162 |
| Module type | Course |
| Duration | 1 semester |
| Semester | Autumn
|
| ECTS | 5 |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Location of the lecture | Campus Aalborg |
| Responsible for the module |
Organisation
| Study Board | Study Board of Cross-Cultural Studies |
| Department | Department of Culture and Learning |
| Faculty | The Faculty of Humanities |
