Theory of knowledge and ethics in Public Health Sciences (4,5 ECTS)
The course "Theory of knowledge and ethics in Public Health Sciences" (PH020F1) will introduce you to the theory of knowledge and to the fundamental principles of ethics as applied in public health. The course will focus on the relationships between science, policy and practice.
Course dates
October 16 - November 1, 2024
Kursplan (på svenska, juridiskt dokument)
Course content
The course "Theory of knowledge and ethics in Public Health Sciences" (PH020F1) will introduce you to the theory of knowledge and to the fundamental principles of ethics as applied in public health. The course will focus on the relationships between science, policy and practice. Aspects of justice and fairness in public health will also be discussed, and current issues in public health ethics will be reviewed. After the course, the student will be familiar with major theories and concepts pertaining to research and professional ethics and be able to relate them to public health practice and research.
Further details will also be provided to all registered students via Athena.
Course manager
Ilona Grünberger
Course literature
The current literature list will be available at least two months before the course starts.
Admission
If you are interested in taking the course, please send an email to our study administrator kursadmin.publichealth@su.se
N.B. Application deadline is July 16, 2024.
Contact
Further questions?
If you have any questions about the course, please contact
Study administrator kursadmin.publichealth@su.se
Director of Studies
Last updated: March 22, 2024
Source: Department of Public Health Sciences