Science Communication

Northern Arizona University

United States of America, Flagstaff

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Northern Arizona University

United States of America , Flagstaff

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines 23-Aug-2021

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 12 month(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 25,708 / year

Apply Date 23-Aug-2021

Science Communication

About

Overview Students who complete the Science Communication program of the Northern Arizona University will develop the broad background and hand-on skills needed to work in this burgeoning field. Whether coupled with another graduate degree or not, the coursework will enable students to later work as science communicators in a corporation, government agency, NGO, or media organization.Student Learning OutcomesUnderstand elements of communication theory relevant to science Gain an overview of diverse formats for nonspecialist science communication including journalism, blogging, and informal settings (e.g. museums)Gain overview of the basics of storytelling/narrativeAppreciate media literacy/taxonomy of the modern mediaDevelop interviewing skillsPractice oral presentation skillsBe introduced to and practice concepts of data visualization, using the principles of human visual perceptionIdentify possible sources of bias or obstacles of clarity in visual toolsCritique and redesign statistical graphics based on graphic design principlesUnderstand the basics of quantitative reasoning and statistical toolsPractice using numbers to convey accurate messages about risk, scale, probability, and statisticsDevelop an ethical framework for dealing with controversial topicsUnderstand audience differences and cultural sensitivity, e.g. in “translational” science and health communicationDevelop considerations for engagement in the political spherePractice the basics of digital photography, video, and audiose editing software to complete a multimedia productBe able to conceptualize, research, write and edit a range of professional-quality writing productsConceptualize, research, and complete in-depth communication project I want to find another Master Course

Are you studying science? Are you interested in how science is disseminated in the media, in museums, in popular culture? Do you want to reach members of the public, policy-makers, grant reviewers? If so, the Science Communication program of the Northern Arizona University might be for you.

Disciplines

Film, Photography & Media

Media Studies & Mass Media

Environmental Sciences

Requirements

Other Requirements

1 : NAU Graduate Online application is required for all programs.Undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution.Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A"), or the equivalent.Transcripts.English language proficiency scores.