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    Science Communication

    Northern Arizona University

    Northern Arizona University

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    United States of America, Flagstaff

    University RankQS Ranking
    1072

    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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    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.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    USD 25,708 
    Northern Arizona University

    Science Communication

    Northern Arizona University

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    United States of America,

    Flagstaff

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