The University of Edinburgh – College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine
Science Communication, Public Engagement and Informal Learning MScR
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
MSc
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
GBP 30,500 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* international/EU: £30,500 | rest of UK: £10,400 | Scotland: 10,400
Key Summary
The MScR Science Communication, Public Engagement and Informal Learning provides a tailored opportunity for students who intend to pursue a PhD in Science Communication or for those who seek a more research-focused masters degree.
You will gain a critical understanding of contemporary science communication practices, global and local challenges and areas for research. You will complete formal, academic courses in research skills for science communication and complete a four-month dissertation which will enable you to conduct research in a science communication topic of your choice.
Funding for postgraduate study is different to undergraduate study, and many students need to combine funding sources to pay for their studies.
Most students use a combination of the following funding to pay their tuition fees and living costs:
- Borrowing money: taking out a loan & family support
- Personal savings
- Income from work
- Employer sponsorship
- Scholarships
This MScR is a one-year programme.
Science communication, public engagement and informal learning research are increasingly important in today’s world of global challenges, wicked problems and fake news; all of which can be amplified and distorted by social media.
The MScR Science Communication, Public Engagement and Informal Learning provides a tailored opportunity for students pursuing a PhD in Science Communication or those seeking a more research-focused master's degree.
You will gain a critical understanding of contemporary science communication practices, global and local challenges and areas for research. You will complete formal, academic courses in research skills for science communication and complete a four-month dissertation enabling you to research a science communication topic of your choice.
Please note that we do not have PhD places.
Teaching methods contain a blend of seminars with individual and small-group activities, together with workshop sessions.
Semester One
- Principles and Practice in Science Communication and Public Engagement
- Science, Society and the Media-existing course
- Global Challenges and Science Communication/Engagement Practices
Semesters Two and Three
- Quantitative and Mixed Methods Research Skills for Science Communication, Public Engagement and Informal Learning
- Qualitative Research Skills for Science Communication, Public Engagement and Informal Learning.
- Science Communication, Public Engagement, Informal Learning Dissertation
Semester dates
Our programme is full-time for twelve months, beginning in September and ending in August the following year. You are expected to be on campus from week one.