威斯康星大学麦迪逊分校

The Department of History is home to one of the oldest, most distinguished, and most comprehensive graduate programs in the U.S., renowned for its long and valued tradition of collegiality and openness. Joining our ranks this year are the faculty and graduate students in the former Department of History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, one of the broadest, most prestigious academic programs of its kind in the United States.

History of Science, Medicine, and Technology at UW–Madison is known for the strength and diversity of its areas of study and its warm, collegial environment. All historical aspects of science, medicine, and technology receive attention—from their internal development to their broader institutional, philosophical, religious, and literary contexts, as well as their relationships with print culture, visual culture, and material culture. Students and faculty regularly participate in the programs weekly Brown Bag and monthly colloquium series, both of which provide opportunities to present work, discuss professional issues, and engage with a wide range of on-campus and outside speakers.

Graduate students come to the History of Science, Medicine, and Technology degree program from a variety of backgrounds in the sciences and humanities and with diverse professional goals. The program maintains a policy of maximum flexibility and, insofar as possible, tailors the work required for the degree to fit the individual. Students are encouraged to undertake work in related programs such as history, philosophy, science, and technology studies, and the various sciences.

Learning outcomes

• Articulates, critiques, or elaborates the theories, research methods, and approaches to inquiry in HSMT.
• Identifies sources and assembles evidence pertaining to questions or problems in HSMT
• Demonstrates understanding of science, medicine, and technology in a range of historical, social, cultural, and global contexts
• Chooses the most appropriate methodologies and practices for a chosen research project
• Demonstrates the ability to situate a historical question in relation to the existing literature, and to evaluate and synthesize information pertaining to questions or problems in HSMT.
• Is able to construct a persuasive historical argument that makes an original contribution to historical knowledge
• Communicates clearly, in both written and oral form
• Recognizes and applies established principles of ethical and professional conduct.