Course unit, curriculum year 2025–2026
YKT.YKE.601
Theories and Concepts in Social Studies of Science and Technology, 5 cr
Tampere University
- Description
- Completion options
Teaching periods
Active in period 1 (1.8.2025–19.10.2025)
Active in period 2 (20.10.2025–31.12.2025)
Active in period 3 (1.1.2026–1.3.2026)
Active in period 4 (2.3.2026–31.5.2026)
Active in period 5 (1.6.2026–31.7.2026)
Course code
YKT.YKE.601Language of instruction
FinnishAcademic years
2024–2025, 2025–2026, 2026–2027Level of study
Intermediate studiesGrading scale
General scale, 0-5Persons responsible
Responsible teacher:
Mianna MeskusResponsible organisation
Faculty of Social Sciences 100 %
Coordinating organisation
Social Sciences Studies 100 %
Students will become familiar with theoretical trends and approaches in science and technology research through the literature.
Learning outcomes
Learning material
Studies that include this course
Completion option 1
Exam
30.08.2025 – 31.07.2026
Active in period 1 (1.8.2025–19.10.2025)
Active in period 2 (20.10.2025–31.12.2025)
Active in period 3 (1.1.2026–1.3.2026)
Active in period 4 (2.3.2026–31.5.2026)
Active in period 5 (1.6.2026–31.7.2026)
Completion option 2
Participation in teaching
02.03.2026 – 08.05.2026
Active in period 4 (2.3.2026–31.5.2026)
Open University completion options
The course is also available at the Open University