TMQU14 · 6 credits · Advanced level (A1X) · Industriell ekonomi
Philosophy of Science and Research Methodology
Discontinued · last start VT 2021
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About the course
TMQU14 Philosophy of Science and Research Methodology is a course at Linköping University (6 credits, advanced level). Updated 20 Oct 2026
Aim
The course will provide the students with a foundation in philosophy of science and research methodology before their master thesis work. After completing the course, the student shall be able to:
- Search for articles in scientific databases
- Handle references and quotes in a correct manner
- Assess and discuss ethical questions in research
- Use central terms for discussing the scientific quality of research
- Assess the relevance of different research methods for different types of research
- Assess the quality of scientific articles within the area relevant for the student
- Write a scientific report
Content
Literature search, classification of research methods, case study methodology, survey methodology, mathematical modeling, simulation, scientific writing, referencing technique, philosophy of science, validity, reliability, ethics.
- Examiner
- Jason Martin
- Scheduled hours
- 48 h
- Main field of study
- Industriell ekonomi