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Centre for the Public Awareness of Science · ANU College of Systems and Society
SCOM6027 has two delivery modes: in-person and online. Please check that correct class number is chosen for delivery mode when enrolling. The interface between evidence and political decision making is of fundamental importance to modern society. Yet while our techniques of enquiry have allowed us to learn ever more about the world - and our collective ability to enact change has become ever more powerful - the relationship between evidence and action has never been entirely smooth. Indeed, things may even be getting worse. This course traces the dynamics, contours and fractures of the interface between science and politics. Topics covered include: uses of science in political decision making; differing attitudes to scientific advice and the values underpinning them; ways of countering hostility to science; the role of new technology in changing the dynamics of the relationship between science and politics. Note: This course is co-taught with undergraduate students but assessed separately.
3 blog posts drawing on relevant literature to address key science policy questions
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3
Question and scenario-based discussion of expert insights
Learning outcomes 2, 3, 4
Reflective essay collating learning
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including: - face-to face component which may consist of 1x 3-hour lectorial per week, students participating online will be able to join remotely via Zoom - approximately 2 hours per week spent in the collaborative literature review online discussion forum - approximately 70 hours of self-directed study, which will include preparation for the lectorials and other assessment tasks. Work Integrated Learning Projects Students may engage with WIL partners (internal/external) as a component of the course
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