Universität Wien

270177 SE Ethics in Natural Sciences (2026S)

4.00 ECTS (3.00 SWS), SPL 27 - Chemie
Continuous assessment of course work
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We 22.04. 16:15-18:30 Joseph-Loschmidt-Hörsaal Chemie EG Währinger Straße 42

Registration/Deregistration

Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

max. 172 participants
Language: German

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

On Wednesdays, 4 March 2026 – 24 June 2026, 16:15h - 18:30h. Joseph Loschmidt Lecture Hall, Chemie HP, Währinger Straße 4.

  • Wednesday 04.03. 16:15 - 18:30 Joseph-Loschmidt-Hörsaal Chemie EG Währinger Straße 42
  • Wednesday 11.03. 16:15 - 18:30 Joseph-Loschmidt-Hörsaal Chemie EG Währinger Straße 42
  • Wednesday 18.03. 16:15 - 18:30 Joseph-Loschmidt-Hörsaal Chemie EG Währinger Straße 42
  • Wednesday 25.03. 16:15 - 18:30 Joseph-Loschmidt-Hörsaal Chemie EG Währinger Straße 42
  • Wednesday 15.04. 16:15 - 18:30 Joseph-Loschmidt-Hörsaal Chemie EG Währinger Straße 42
  • Wednesday 29.04. 16:15 - 18:30 Joseph-Loschmidt-Hörsaal Chemie EG Währinger Straße 42
  • Wednesday 06.05. 16:15 - 18:30 Joseph-Loschmidt-Hörsaal Chemie EG Währinger Straße 42
  • Wednesday 13.05. 16:15 - 18:30 Joseph-Loschmidt-Hörsaal Chemie EG Währinger Straße 42
  • Wednesday 20.05. 16:15 - 18:30 Joseph-Loschmidt-Hörsaal Chemie EG Währinger Straße 42
  • Wednesday 27.05. 16:15 - 18:30 Joseph-Loschmidt-Hörsaal Chemie EG Währinger Straße 42
  • Wednesday 03.06. 16:15 - 18:30 Joseph-Loschmidt-Hörsaal Chemie EG Währinger Straße 42
  • Wednesday 10.06. 16:15 - 18:30 Joseph-Loschmidt-Hörsaal Chemie EG Währinger Straße 42
  • Wednesday 17.06. 16:15 - 18:30 Joseph-Loschmidt-Hörsaal Chemie EG Währinger Straße 42
  • Wednesday 24.06. 16:15 - 18:30 Joseph-Loschmidt-Hörsaal Chemie EG Währinger Straße 42

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

- Understanding of the basic ethics and philosophy of natural sciences and their application in research activities.
- Expansion of knowledge about the theory, behaviour and communication of natural sciences.
- Application of ethics to "scientific practice" and "Science & Technology Assessment".
- Learning concepts of "responsibility" and "sustainability" in science and technology.
- Acquisition of skills for the interdisciplinary normative discourse.
- Acquisition of the ability to address the major current challenges in society, environment and geopolitics with a high degree of sustainability.
- The overall objective of this course is to contribute to a more comprehensive education of young researchers and scientists as key agents of progress and influential decision-makers, particularly in the field of technology governance.

Assessment and permitted materials

In addition to the students' active participation in the attendance seminar, short lectures will be assessed, supplemented by a short seminar paper (2-4 pages, but not limited) on the topic presented.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

100 points can be achieved. These are divided into:
- Cooperation: 40 points
- Oral Presentation: 40 points
- Sort seminar paper: 20

The scores are awarded according to the following scheme:
- 1 (very good): 91-100 points
- 2 (good): 81-90 points
- 3 (satisfactory): 71-80 points
- 4 (sufficient): 61-70 points
- 5 (insufficient): 0-60 points

Examination topics

Logic and theory of science, scientific behaviour, conducting experiments, writing scientific publications, impact of scientific and engineering activities.

Reading list

Script, original literature

Association in the course directory

CH-FE, BC-Wahl, Freie Wahlfächer und Transferable Skills, LMC D1

Last modified: We 11.03.2026 09:47