Academic Field

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An Academic Field is a branch of knowledge that is formally recognized as a distinct area of study within higher education.

  • Context:
    • It can (typically) encompass a body of knowledge, a set of theories, and methodologies specific to the field and is defined by its research, teaching, and scholarly activities.
    • It can (often) be structured around university faculties, specialized departments, and learned societies that support advancing and disseminating knowledge in that area.
    • It can (typically) be taught as part of a higher education curriculum, with specific courses, degrees, and certifications offered to students.
    • It can (often) be divided into sub-disciplines or specializations, allowing for focused study within a broader field of knowledge.
    • It can be associated with specific academic journals and conferences, where scholars publish and present their research findings.
    • It can be supported by learned societies that establish standards, promote research, and provide a professional network for scholars in the field.
    • It can vary between different universities and educational systems, with some fields being recognized more prominently in certain regions or institutions.
    • It can influence and be influenced by other academic fields, leading to interdisciplinary studies that bridge multiple areas of knowledge.
  • Example(s):
  • Counter-Example(s):
    • Interdisciplinary Studies, which combine elements of multiple academic fields rather than focusing on a single, well-defined area of study.
    • Professional Training, which is focused more on practical skills for specific careers rather than theoretical knowledge and research within an academic field.
    • Trade School Education, which emphasizes hands-on technical skills and does not typically engage in the research and theoretical development characteristic of academic fields.
  • See: World Order, Human Rights, Politics, Global Studies, Sovereign State, International Relations Theory, Global Governance, Humanities, Knowledge, Education, Higher Education, Faculty (Division), Learned Society, Academic Journal, Anthropology, Linguistics, Social Science.


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