Science Communication MSc
University of Sheffield
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MSc - Master of Science

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MSc - Master of Science

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We believe that science holds the key to making the world a better place, and that when science is misunderstood, the consequences can be dire. Science communicators are essential, and we want to train you to do it well.This course will help you to develop the skills to communicate science effectively to a wide range of audiences. It's designed around developing you as a science communicator, rather than being a marketing course, and is taught by leading scientific researchers, professional ...Read more

We believe that science holds the key to making the world a better place, and that when science is misunderstood, the consequences can be dire. Science communicators are essential, and we want to train you to do it well.This course will help you to develop the skills to communicate science effectively to a wide range of audiences. It's designed around developing you as a science communicator, rather than being a marketing course, and is taught by leading scientific researchers, professional science broadcasters, and experts from the School of Journalism, Media and Communication.Through hands-on training, you’ll learn how to engage, educate and entertain people without the same specialist knowledge, covering the latest topics in science. You’ll target a range of different audiences, from science policy and business sectors, to the general public from all ages and backgrounds, giving you an insight into the breadth of potential science communication careers you could pursue.

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4/279
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Dalia
14 Dec 25

There are a lot of societies to join and activities to do around the university. The Informations Commons library is open 24/7. Staff is welcoming. The city is green and people..Read more

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19 Nov 25

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Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject. We accept degrees in the following subject areas:

  • Archaeology
  • Biochemistry
  • Biology
  • Biomedical Science
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Earth Science
  • Engineering
  • Genetics
  • Geography
  • Geology
  • Human Sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Medicine
  • Molecular Biology
  • Physics
  • Psychology
  • Zoology

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£12,310 per year

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£27,670 per year

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£29,190 per year

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Accommodation Cratcliffe Apartments (En-suite) - £8,211.42 for 42 Weeks

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Science Communication MSc
There are a lot of societies to join and activities to do around the university. The Informations Commons library is open 24/7. Staff is welcoming. The city is green and people...
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University of Sheffield
Western Bank Sheffield South Yorkshire S10 2TN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Sheffield  0.7 miles away
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