Undergraduate Modules
STS offers over 100 modules in our full catalogue. STS Module Catalogues are published annually which list the modules we plan to offer in the upcoming academic year. We rotate our modules to make sure we offer the best possible teaching, so some modules are not run every year.
HPSC modules for first year students are considered "introductory" by UCL. They are aimed at first year students and are introductory by design. All HPSC introductory modules are open to students from other UCL departments and other UCL degrees subject to space being available on the module. Simply register for the module on Portico.
Please note that the list of modules given here is indicative. This information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module content and availability is subject to change.
- Module Classifications
Introductory modules are intended for first year undergraduates.
Intermediate modules are intended for second year undergraduates. These are available to Year 3 students and Year 4 students after consultation with their personal tutors. Year 1 students should not attempt these modules without permission from the module tutor.
Advanced modules are intended for Year 3 students. Year 1 students cannot attempt these modules. Year 2 students can expect to find them especially challenging and should not enrol in more than one or two in their second year.
Full Module Catalogue
Year One: (Introductory)
Term 1 (Autumn) | |
HPSC0003 | History of Science: Antiquity to Enlightenment |
HPSC0008 | Science Communication and Public Engagement |
HPSC0009 | Revealing Science |
HPSC0011 | STS Perspectives on Big Problems |
Term 2 (Spring) | |
HPSC0004 | Philosophy of Science 1 |
HPSC0006 | Science Policy |
HPSC0007 | Investigating Sociology and Politics of Science |
HPSC0010 | History of Modern Science |
Year Two: (Intermediate)
Term 1 (Autumn) | |
HPSC0013 | Science in Popular Culture |
HPSC0014 | Philosophy of Science 2 |
HPSC0022 | Science and Religion |
HPSC0037 | Thinking About Technology |
HPSC0105 | Sociology of Science and Technology |
Term 2 (Spring) | |
HPSC0012 | Policy Issues in the Life Sciences |
HPSC0017 | Science and Ethics |
HPSC0036 | Engaging the Public with Science |
HPSC0139 | History of Science 2 |
HPSC0140 | Research Methods in Science and Technology Studies |
Terms 1 & 2 | |
HPSC0019 | Human Sciences in Society *Human Sciences only |
Year Three: (Advanced)
Term 1 (Autumn) | |
HPSC0023 | Evolution in Science and Culture |
HPSC0039 | Science, Warfare and Peace |
HPSC0061 | Governing Emerging Technologies |
HPSC0065 | Philosophy of Information |
HPSC0109 | Philosophy of Medicine |
HPSC0110 | Medicine, History and Society |
Term 2 (Spring) | |
HPSC0002 | Disease in History |
HPSC0034 | Special Topics in SPS |
HPSC0044 | Science and the Publishing Industry |
HPSC0067 | Science in the Ancient World |
HPSC0107 | Science Journalism |
HPSC0111 | Science, Art and Philosophy |
Terms 1 & 2 | ||
HPSC0041 | STS students only | |
HPSC0053 | STS iBSc students only |
Please feel free to contact module tutors to discuss details - you can find their contact details on our People page. Use the UCL Timetable for timetabling information. Contact us if you can't find the information there. We can normally answer your questions quickly and easily. (Email: sts-aa@ucl.ac.uk or phone 0207 679 1324).
Seeking Modules Offered by Other Departments?
Places on modules in other departments are subject to space and eligibility. Students must ensure that the module is open to external students and that there are no pre-requisites. Information on modules offered by other departments can be found in the UCL Module Catalogue.
HPSC Modules for Students in Other UCL Departments
Almost all our modules are available to UCL students from other departments. You are welcome. Please note for some modules there may be limited space. In these cases priority will be given to STS students, and places may be capped. Modules may be subject to change.
Students should register via Portico. The UCL common timetable provides information on times and locations.