The Human Context of Science and Technology (HCST) certificate is an excellent addition to STEMM or Humanities degrees at UMBC.
An HCST certificate enables you to:
- Understand how science and technology shape and are shaped by human values and societies
- Prepare for the ethical and political complexities of a career in technology, science, medicine, or policy
- Communicate to employers that you have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to engage with the ethical dimensions of science and technology
- Reflect on how your daily life as an individual and a citizen is affected by emerging technologies and advances in science
- Choose from dozens of interdisciplinary electives
- Use HCST electives and requirements to also satisfy GEPs
- Only 18 credits required (See attached flyer to track your progress.)
Declare your intention to pursue your HCST certificate now!
For questions or more information about how to design your pathway to an HCST certificate, contact HCST Director, Blake Francis (bfrancis@umbc.edu).