Research course

Science Communication

Institution
University of Edinburgh · School of Biomedical Sciences
Qualifications
PhD

Entry requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in any discipline, plus either an MSc in Science Communication or at least one years experience of work in science communication (paid or voluntary).

Months of entry

April

Course content

The University of Edinburgh has over 20 years' experience in science communication practice and has forged lasting partnerships with Edinburgh International Science Festival, National Museums Scotland, Edinburgh Zoo National Galleries Scotland, Our Dynamic Earth and Edinburgh International Festival and Fringe.

Potential research areas include informal science learning, the role of social media, cultural differences in science communication.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • PhD
    full time
    36 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    part time
    72 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Supervisor, Elizabeth Stevenson
Email
e.stevenson@ed.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0)131 650 3258