If you are passionate about science, creative and want to work with people, Science Communication is for you. The Masters is an advanced course that will allow you to enhance your skills in these areas.
Introduction
Being able to transform scientific information into accessible, understandable knowledge for the public is the key business of a science communicator. Science communicators combine skills in written and verbal communication with their scientific knowledge, so they can bridge the gap between the scientific community and the public.
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Course description, features and facilities
Students learn principles of effective science communication, develop practical skills necessary for effective science communication, and design strategies that address the communication needs of groups such as government organisations, informal museums, science centres and research centres. Students select from options such as science communication for change in industry and community, science performance, a workplace project, science in the media, learning technologies, and displays and exhibits.
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Structure
an approved course of advanced study to a maximum value of 96 points
| Key to availability of units: |
S1 = Semester 1; S2 = Semester 2; S3 = summer teaching period; N/A = not available in 2013;
NS = non-standard teaching period; OS = offshore teaching period; * = to be advised |
(1) The Master of Science Communication (by coursework and dissertation) consists of units to a total value of 96 points comprising—
(a) all of the following units:
| S1 | SCOM4701 | Science Writing |
| S1, S2 | SCOM4402 | Science Communication Specialist Research Topics |
| S2 | SCOM4403 | Science Presentations |
| S1 & S2 | SCOM4705 | Science Communication Research Proposal |
| S1 | SCOM5303 | Communication Strategies for Change |
| S1, S2 | SCOM5810 | Science Communication Dissertation Part 1 |
| S1, S2 | SCOM5811 | Science Communication Dissertation Part 2 |
| S1, S2 | SCOM5812 | Science Communication Dissertation Part 3 |
| S1, S2 | SCOM5813 | Science Communication Dissertation Part 4 |
| S1, S2 | SCOM5814 | Science Communication Dissertation Part 5 |
| S1, S2 | SCOM5815 | Science Communication Dissertation Part 6 |
and
(b) units to a value of 30 points from below:
| S1, S2, NS | SCOM5304 | Science Communication Practicum |
| S1 & S2 | SCOM5307 | Evaluating Science Engagement |
| S1 | SCOM5305 | Science Performance |
| S2 | SCOM5702 | Exhibitions and Interpretation |
| S2 | SCOM5703 | Science and the Media |
| S1 | EDUC5465 | Science Curriculum I |
| S1 | EDUC5485 | Development, Teaching and Learning: Theory and Practice |
| S2, NS, OS | EDUC5608 | E-learning |
| S2 | EDUC5618 | Teaching and Learning with ICTs |
| S1, NS, OS | EDUC5631 | Approaches to Research |
| NS, OS | EDUC5633 | Quantitative Inquiry |
| S2, OS | EDUC5634 | Qualitative Inquiry |
| S1 | MKTG5465 | Applied Marketing Research |
| S1 | MKTG5501 | Integrated Marketing Communications |
(2) The Faculty, on the recommendation of the course coordinator, may permit a student to substitute for two units referred to in (1)(b) two other relevant units of equivalent value at Level 4 or higher offered in this University or in any comparable course in another recognised institution.
Career opportunities
Graduates will be able to work in any field of science communication, depending on their area of interest.
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This course is available to Australian and international students.
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- Admission Requirements
- English competency
- Advanced standing
Admission Requirements
A Bachelor of Science degree from this University, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty.
English competency
Advanced standing
If you have undertaken prior tertiary study within the last five years, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit and/or exemption).
Applications for advanced standing are assessed upon acceptance of any offer of admission made by the University.
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- Prerequisites
- English competency
- Advanced standing
Prerequisites
As a rule, international students must:
- Have a bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline (where required), completed to a sufficiently high standard;
- Meet the specific prerequisites for the course. (Refer to admission requirements for this course)
- Meet UWA's English language requirement.
English competency
All prospective international students must meet the English language proficiency requirements of the University. The most common international examination used in applications is the IELTS (academic) and the University’s requirement is an overall score of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0) for most coursework courses.
Please refer to our English language competency requirements to see a list of other accepted examinations. The University accepts a number of qualifications and any not listed will be considered on an individual basis.
Advanced standing
Students with previous tertiary level qualifications will be considered for advanced standing (credit).
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How to apply
This course is available to Australian and international students.
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- Application Deadlines
- How to apply
- Fees
- Contact details - admission information
Application Deadlines
Semester 1: 23 January
Semester 2: 26 June
How to apply
Submit a completed application form
Fees
Annual fee: $12972.
As some units vary in cost, the actual student contribution will depend on the mix of units you choose. See the unit costs website for details of individual unit costs.
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- How to apply
- Fees
- Contact details - admission information
Application Deadlines
While there are no strict application deadlines for the submission of international postgraduate coursework applications, prospective students are strongly encouraged to apply with sufficient time to allow for the processing of their application and to secure a student visa.
Postgraduate coursework applications generally take four weeks from receipt of an application to offer.
How to apply
International postgraduate applicants must complete the postgraduate application form and submit it through an authorised UWA overseas representative or directly to the UWA International Centre.
Fees
$29370, per year.
This figure has been arrived at by assuming that you study a full-time study load for one year made up of units all within the same fee band. As some units vary in cost, the actual student fee will depend on the mix of units you choose. The international student fees page has further details.
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