MSc Science and Health Communication

The MSc in Science Communication and Public Engagement course provided by The University of Dundee offers students the opportunity to develop their communication skills in science, specifically designed to cater to the needs of modern employers. Aimed toward both working professionals seeking to develop their existing skill set and new science graduates planning to build a career in scientific communication, the program is designed to be both flexible and accessible.Course Content: The course takes a blended learning approach with online study resources supplemented with on-campus teaching and networking sessions. The curriculum focuses on understanding of the media, understanding scientific controversies, risk communication, strategic communication, using social media, and public involvement in health service research.Key Modules: The course encompasses a series of modules which progressively develop your understanding, skills and capabilities. The key modules include: Understanding the Media, Understanding Scientific Controversies, Risk Communication, Strategic Communication, Using Social Media, and Public Involvement in Health Service Research.Future Careers: The skills you will gain from this course are well suited to those pursuing careers as scientific advisers, science educators, science journalists, health communication specialists, public engagement practitioners, and scientific publishing.'For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.'