Science and Health Communication

About this programme

Communicators must be adept at managing and organising the flow of information in contexts shaped by complexity, uncertainty and rapid change. In addition to addressing concerns about misinformation, effective science and health communication plays a vital role in involving society in research and making science more accessible and inclusive. This can be achieved through a wide range of approaches, including political and community engagement, online platforms, video and digital media, journalism and broadcasting, conferences and seminars, policy briefings, and creative forms such as science fiction. Students may also have the opportunity to undertake a work placement, gaining practical experience in science or health communication settings. These approaches help address both the scientific and social dimensions of key global challenges, including climate change, public and global health, emerging technologies and our understanding of the world around us. Founded in 1996, the postgradu