Science Communication and Engagement in Practice (HPSC0152)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching department: Science and Technology Studies
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: This module is restricted to students on the MSc Science Communication.
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

In this module, we look more at the 鈥榩olitics鈥� of science communication, understanding that the act of science communication produces knowledge and social worlds at the same time. Looking at a series of real world case studies from science communication practice, we will reflect on the role of science communication in creating identities, knowledge and ways of being in the world, as well as to consider the factors that go into communicating science effectively for social change and social justice.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 2 听听听 Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In person
Methods of assessment: 100% Coursework
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 19
Module leader: Dr Melanie Smallman
Who to contact for more information: sts-aa@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 19th August 2024.

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Important information

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Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed timed assessments and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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