The Doctoral Program in Science and Technology Studies
The STS Program explores interdisciplinary approaches to the study of science, technology, and society. Graduates emerge with an ability to identify and examine the conceptual and social dimensions of science and technology simultaneously and in historical perspective.
Completing the Ph.D. degree enables students to contribute to knowledge development in some area of science and technology studies, preparing graduates for careers with a significant research component. With proper planning, opportunities include academic positions in an increasingly diverse range of interdisciplinary programs as well as disciplinary programs in history, philosophy, or social studies of science and technology. Graduates may also qualify for more senior positions in government or industry, depending upon the individual configuration of background experience and Ph.D. research.
Plan of Study
Ph.D. candidates should develop a formal Plan of Study (pdf) in consultation with their major advisor. The Graduate School permits STS students to submit Programs of Study prior to completing 20 hours beyond the Masters at this university rather than the 12 hours required for most other graduate students. Students are to submit to the Center secretary the Program of Study form with approving signatures from their committee and the STS Director. To change a plan of study once it has been submitted, students must submit a Change of Plan form to the Graduate School.
News and Announcements
- STS Seminars - Spring 2008
- 2008 Mullins Lecture (David Hess)
- Choices and Challenges
- STS Graduate Certificates now available
Campuses:
Department of Science and Technology in Society
122 Lane Hall
Blacksburg, VA 24061
Phone: (540) 231-7615
Fax: (540) 231-7013
Email: Graduate Secretary