Scientific Research and Communication MSc
University of Warwick
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Scientific Research and Communication MSc is ideal for those looking for a career in research education and more. At Warwicks Chemistry Department youll gain the necessary English Language skills expertise in cross-disciplinary research and combine these successfully to various audiences.Course OverviewDo you want to become an expert in communicating scientific concepts? Whether you are preparing for a career in scientific writing education or communication this course is the one for you. You ...Read more

Scientific Research and Communication MSc is ideal for those looking for a career in research education and more. At Warwick's Chemistry Department you'll gain the necessary English Language skills expertise in cross-disciplinary research and combine these successfully to various audiences.

Course Overview

Do you want to become an expert in communicating scientific concepts? Whether you are preparing for a career in scientific writing education or communication this course is the one for you. You will choose from over 50 modules and tailor the course to your specific scientific skills and interests. You will enhance your communication and English Language skills learning to convey advanced technical scientific concepts for journals classrooms or the media.

You will also undertake a bespoke research project gaining research experience using our state-of-the-art facilities in an interdisciplinary environment. You will gain advanced knowledge in your chosen fields and learn to communicate with a range of audiences preparing you for a career in research scientific writing science education or science communication.

Assessment

Each scientific module is usually between 50% and 80% examined and 20 -50% assessed; the scientific writing modules are 100% assessed; the research project is 100% assessed.

Careers

Our graduates have gone on to work for organisations in: academia; pharmaceuticals; chemical and material industry; science consultancy; banking and finance.

Our department has a dedicated professionally qualified Senior Careers Consultant offering impartial advice and guidance together with workshops and events throughout the year. Previous examples of workshops and events include:

  • Careers in Science
  • Career Options with Chemistry
  • Warwick careers fairs throughout the year
  • MSc lunchtime careers presentations
  • PhD Transferable Skills careers decision making session
  • Finding experience to boost your CV for Chemistry students
  • SME Careers Events – e.g. British Coatings Federation Careers Evening
  • Career Options with Chemistry Presentation and Networking Evening

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Entry requirements

Minimum requirements 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a science subject.

Tuition fees

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£11,600 per year

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£33,340 per year

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£33,340 per year

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University of Warwick
University of Warwick Coventry Coventry CV4 7AL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Canley  0.8 miles away

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