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MSc - Master of Science
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
MSc - Master of Science
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP
1 Year
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The programme covers communication of all science, engineering, maths and technology. About the programme The fields of science communication and public engagement are currently enjoying unprecedented growth. The growth is driven by many situations present in modern society including: the need for effective public health and climate change communication and engagement a greater need to demonstrate and share the impact of publicly funded research the need for research to be valued and a desire for a stronger evidence base for policy decisions. Many career opportunities are emerging at the interface between research/researchers and various stakeholder groups, and ever more creative methods and practices for engagement are being explored and utilised. The MSc programme covers communication of and engagement with all sciences, engineering, maths and technology together with non-science disciplines. You will experience a variety of science communication and public engagement approaches and contexts. In the process, you will develop critical thinking skills and reflective practice. The learning gained from one course is transferable to other courses, thus ensuring interconnection across the programme. Please note this MSc is NOT a programme in communication science and does not specialise in marketing, advertising, or corporate communication. From August 2025, teaching on this programme will be delivered by the Edinburgh Medical School. (Revised 1 August 2025 to update reference to Edinburgh Medical School)
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a science-related subject.
We will also consider your application if you have a UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in another discipline.
Students living in
Domestic
£13,000 per year
Students from Domestic
Standard single room - 9950 per year
£13,000 per year
Students from England
Standard single room - 9950 per year
£13,000 per year
Students from Wales
Standard single room - 9950 per year
£13,000 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
Standard single room - 9950 per year
£30,500 per year
Students from EU
Standard single room - 9950 per year
£30,500 per year
Students from International
Standard single room - 9950 per year
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