FSF3000 Ethics, sustainability and equity for mathematicians 5.0 credits

The course consists of 2 modules.

1. Research ethics

This module can be completed by

A.    active participation in a workshop on the topic, organized on a regular basis by the department of mathematics, or

B.    passing a relevant PhD-level course on research ethics, of at least 2hp. The eligibility of courses is decided by the examiner.

2. Sustainability and diversity, equity & inclusion

This module can be completed by

A.    active participation in a workshop on the topic, organized on a regular basis by the department of mathematics or in collaboration with other actors, or

B.    passing a relevant PhD-level course. The eligibility of courses is decided by the examiner.

Both sustainability and equity need to be covered.

Different modes of passing the individual modules are possible if advisor and examiner agree and if the student showed a measurable, substantial and relevant contribution.

After completing this course, students will have acquired knowledge and abilities to analyze and make judgments regarding the interaction between mathematics and the scientific community as well as society at large. Students will be conscious of research ethics and the role of mathematics in questions of sustainability and gender equality.

PhD students in mathematics and applied mathematics are eligible, and no others.

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

• ÖVN1 - Exercises, 5.0 credits, grading scale: P, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

The examiner keeps track of completion of the modules for each participant. The participant is required to send proof of completion of a module to the examiner in a timely manner.

Completion of all modules.

Tilman Bauer

Anders Szepessy

• All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
• In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
• In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.

PhD students in mathematics and applied mathematics are eligible, and no others.