Being able to transform scientific information into accessible, understandable knowledge for the public is the key business of a science communicator. Science communicators combine skills in written and verbal communication with their scientific knowledge.
Science Communication provides you with experience in new media, written, oral and visual presentations, science performance and working with industry experts. It teaches you to communicate effectively with audiences ranging from children to scientists. Learn the principles of effective science communication, develop practical skills necessary for effective science communication, and design strategies that address communication needs of groups such as government organisations, informal museums, science centres and research centres. You will gain an understanding of the theory underlying the discipline and be able to apply their knowledge to a research project.
Career Pathways
Our graduates work in communication and engagement roles for museums, zoos, government, universities, media, charities, research groups, resource management, and public health.
Career Opportunities
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Animal/Plant Biotechnologist
Conservation Biologist
Conservation Officer
Environmental Consultant
Fisheries Officer
Health Promotion Officer
Laboratory Manager
Further Study
Students completing this degree may have the option to pursue further studies in research.
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25 July 2022
The University of Western Australia (UWA)
35 Stirling Highway,
CRAWLEY,
Western Australia,
6009, PERTH, Australia
To be considered for admission to this course, an applicant must have—
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent.
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) - Minimum grade of 180 with no band less than 170; Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) - Minimum grade of 180 with no band less than 170; GCE A-level - Minimum grade E in English Language, English Literature or English Language and Literature. IELTS - Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 (must include Academic Reading and Writing modules); International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) - English A1 at HL or SL - Minimum score 4, English A2 at HL or SL - Minimum score 4, English B at HL - Minimum score 5; PTE - An overall score of 64 with a minimum score of 59 in the speaking and writing sections, and no less than 54 in the listening and reading sections. TOEFL - Internet-based Test (iBT): An overall score of 82 with a minimum score of: 22 in the Writing section; 18 in the Reading section; 20 in the speaking section; and 20 in the Listening section.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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