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History, Philosophy, Ethics and Values of Science and Technology
History, Philosophy, Ethics and Values of Science and Technology
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), Greece
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), Greece
General Description
NKUA’s faculty includes a large group of specialists in ancient and modern philosophy, philosophy of knowledge, and analytic and continental philosophy of science. This specialisation is designed for international students who want to work with them during the second semester of their ESST studies.
History
NKUA’s faculty also includes a mix of senior and junior historians of science and technology, including specialists in the history of science and technology in local contexts. The specialisation is especially appropriate for students who want to work on the history of science and technology in the European periphery.
Bibliography and other information
Language of Instruction
English.
Number of Students
1–5.
Core Literature
Given the broad range of areas covered by this specialisation, contact the NKUA coordinators for a reading list tailored to your area of interest.
Potential Thesis Topics
Contact the relevant NKUA faculty member for a list of possible topics within your area of interest.
Schedule
Eight three-hour meetings at the beginning of ESST’s second semester.
Staff Involved in the Elective
Theodore Arabatzis (history) and Stathis Psillos (philosophy), and other NKUA faculty members.
Contact Person
Theodore Arabatzis, tarabatz@phs.uoa.gr
Stathis Psillos, psillos@phs.uoa.gr
Web: sts.phs.uoa.gr