Science Journalism

Why study Science Journalism?

The Minor in Science Journalism aims to produce intelligent, thoughtful, and versatile journalists and communicators who engage citizens in a democratic society, helping them make informed decisions about their communities. With a focus on the communication of scientific topics, this professional education combines hands-on writing and audiovisual production workshops with lectures and seminars that critically examine the social and political contexts in which journalism is produced.

You'll benefit from small class sizes and state-of-the-art facilities. Engage in research-creation projects or partake in an internship practicum.

We'll equip you with the storytelling tools you need to communicate science accurately and engagingly. Become part of our growing Science Journalism Hub.

• Be able to write, report and communicate scientific topics in a clear, accurate and engaging way;
• Be able to experiment with new forms of multimedia storytelling, including through audio, video, photography and social media platforms;
• Be part of a growing network of science communicators and journalists.