Bachelor of Science (Communications) - University of New South Wales

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Program code: 3993
Faculty: Science
Min. years: 3 years
UOC (per year/total): 48/144
Semester 2 entry: Yes (may require summer session after 1st semester)
Est. first year tuition: A$24,960
Est. fee to complete: A$81,480
Assumed knowledge: Maths and Science

What is Science Communication?

Science Communication is designed to train students interested in a career in the human and social aspects of science, from entrepreneurship in biotechnology to science journalism and from advising on environmental policy to teaching science to the public.

The program leads to a 3 year Pass or 4 year Honours degree. It provides students with a strong grounding in Science together with conceptual insights and practical skills in Communication.

Students address large-scale issues, like the role of science in society, as they impact on small-scale interactions, such as a conversation between a patient and her doctor. This scope of concerns makes the degree a highly interdisciplinary undertaking for the student who likes to marry theory with practice.

Program Structure

Students undertake a major in an area of science and combine this with a major in Communication.
YEAR 1
Science, Technology & Society, Science Communication, Courses from two Science Schools,Electives
YEAR 2
A Course on Politics & Science, Professional Science Communication, Electives in Communication, Courses in a Science Major or TWO Minors, Electives, General Education
YEAR 3
Communicating Science: Theory & Practice, Science Communication Internship, Electives in Communication, Courses in a Science Major or
Minors, General Education

Career Opportunities

Graduates are employed in media and journalism, as scientific advisors in the government departments, or in private industries as policy makers, providing technical information, public relations consultants or marketing. Study in communication and education opens careers in museums, science centres, teaching, environmental agencies and education centres or as educators or designers of exhibitions and displays.