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SL32077: Science communication

[Page last updated: 15 May 2025]

Academic Year: 2025/26
Owning Department/School: Department of Life Sciences
Credits: 5 [equivalent to 10 CATS credits]
Notional Study Hours: 100
Level: Honours (FHEQ level 6)
Period:
Semester 2
Assessment Summary: CWRG 60%, CWRI 40%
Assessment Detail:
  • Science press release exercise (CWRI 40%)
  • Science communication content creation (CWRG 60%)
Supplementary Assessment:
Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations)
Requisites: In taking this module you cannot take SL32076
Learning Outcomes: By the end of this unit, you will be able to: - Identify the key points in a scientific paper to effectively communicate the content. - Design a science communication project with an "audience first" mindset. - Discuss the role of effective science communication in building public trust in science - Communicate complex information to non-specialist audiences using diverse media formats. - Work effectively as part of a group and deal with teamwork issues.


Synopsis: You will explore the principles of impactful and ethical communication, critically evaluating examples across diverse media formats. Through individual and team projects, you will create content that translates complex scientific ideas into accessible, engaging narratives for a variety of audiences in order to bridge the gap between research and society, fostering understanding, trust and engagement with science.

Content: What is science communication/public engagement? Why is good science communication important? How to communicate complex science effectively Exploring different media used to communicate science Develop hands-on experience by designing and producing science communication content

Course availability:

SL32077 is Optional on the following courses:

Department of Life Sciences
  • USSL-AFB10 : BSc(Hons) Biochemistry (Year 3)
  • USSL-AKB01 : BSc(Hons) Biochemistry with Professional Placement (Year 4)
  • USSL-AFB11 : BSc(Hons) Biology (Year 3)
  • USSL-AKB02 : BSc(Hons) Biology with Professional Placement (Year 4)
  • USSL-AFB12 : BSc(Hons) Biomedical Sciences (Year 3)
  • USSL-AKB03 : BSc(Hons) Biomedical Sciences with Professional Placement (Year 4)
  • USSL-AFM10 : MBiochem(Hons) Biochemistry (Year 3)
  • USSL-AKM01 : MBiochem(Hons) Biochemistry with Professional Placement (Year 4)
  • USSL-AFM11 : MBiol(Hons) Biology (Year 3)
  • USSL-AKM02 : MBiol(Hons) Biology with Professional Placement (Year 4)
  • USSL-AFM12 : MBiomed(Hons) Biomedical Sciences (Year 3)
  • USSL-AKM03 : MBioMed(Hons) Biomedical Sciences with Professional Placement (Year 4)

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