Science, Technology and Society: Energy and Environment, BA
Science, Technology & Society (STSC) examines the social contexts in which science and technology occur, the organizations of people and things that make up science and technology systems, and the social and cultural consequences of scientific and technological change over time. In a wide array of courses, STSC majors explore the relationship between scientific knowledge, technological innovations, technological systems, and society past and present.
This program equips students with sophisticated critical faculties, multidisciplinary skills and wide knowledge that enables our graduates to go into business, law, government, journalism, research, and education. STSC provides a foundation for citizenship in a globalizing, diversifying world with rapid technological and scientific change.
The minimum total course units for graduation in this major is 34. Double majors may entail more course units.
For more information: https://hss.sas.upenn.edu/undergraduate/stsc-major/science-technology-society-requirements
For information about the General Education requirements, please visit the College of Arts & Sciences Curriculum page.
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| College General Education Requirements and Free Electives | ||
| Foundational Approaches + Sectors1 + Free Electives | 20 | |
| Major Requirements | ||
| Core Courses | ||
| STSC 0100 | Emergence of Modern Science | 1 |
| or STSC 0600 | Technology & Society | |
| Select one of the following: | 1 | |
| The History of the Information Age | ||
or STSC 1880 | Environment and Society | |
or STSC 1120 | Science Technology and War | |
| Or | ||
| Emergence of Modern Science and Technology & Society | ||
| STSC Electives | ||
| Select 7 course units in STSC Electives 2 | 7 | |
| Energy & Environment | ||
| Select 4 course units in Energy & Environment 3 | 4 | |
| Capstone Research Requirement | ||
| Select 1 course unit of 4000-level STSC Research Seminar | 1 | |
| Total Course Units | 34 | |
- 1
You may count no more than one course toward both a Major and a Sector requirement. For Exceptions, check the Policy Statement.
- 2
See the STSC website for a list of pre-approved courses.
- 3
See the STSC website for a list of pre-approved courses.
Honors
Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 in the major and 3.0 overall.
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| STSC 4000 | Capstone Research Seminar in Science, Technology and Society | 1.0 |
| STSC 4980 | Honors Thesis | 1.0 |
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2022 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.