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PostgraduateMaster of Science

Science Communication for a Better Planet

University of Bristol
Bristol, England
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1 yearDuration
£31,600Per Year (Intl)
£14,300Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in engineering and technology with the MSc (PG) Science Communication for a Better Planet at University of Bristol. Based in Bristol, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Global climate and biodiversity crises, the COVID-19 pandemic, net zero emissions targets, and moves to restore and rewild the environment have put scientific evidence at the very centre of policymaking, economics and social behaviour. Collaboration towards a better future for our planet depends on political engagement and understanding, public trust and scientific literacy, and robust challenges to fake news and misuse of data. Science communication has never had a more important role to play in empowering people to become agents of positive change at this critical time. International tuition fees are £31,600 per year, home/UK fees are £14,300 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 77% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £48,000 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Science Communication Strategies
Climate and Biodiversity Communication
Digital Media and Social Platforms
Science Journalism and Print Media
Environmental Documentary and Filmmaking
Policy Engagement and Public Affairs
Science Communication Research Methods
Capstone Project: Communication Portfolio
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76.56.56.56.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£31,600

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£31,600

Home Student Fee

£14,300

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees and funding

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
10%Studying
5%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
55%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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University of Bristol · Postgraduate

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St Mary Redcliffe Church Choral Scholarships

University of Bristol · Postgraduate

£1,300scholarship value
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About University of Bristol

University of Bristol offers Science Communication for a Better Planet as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#51QS World
#9UK Ranking
32,435+Students
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