Science Communication and Public Engagement (HPSC0008)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching department: Science and Technology Studies
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: N/A
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

Science involves communication across many platforms and with many audiences. This module introduces foundation concepts in science communication and public engagement. It鈥檚 not a module to teach communication skills. Instead, it explores models and theories that lead to an improved understanding of communication and engagement. Who鈥檚 the 鈥榩ublic鈥�? Should science communication prioritize knowledge transfer, explanation, or dialogue? Should public engagement be 鈥減ro鈥� science? What鈥檚 the role for criticism and redirection of interest? This module examines the relationship between the professional world of science and the social, cultural and personal spaces in which scientists help shape society. It develops critical analysis skills with respect to the communication of science in different public contexts including the news media, museums, fiction and online.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 2 听听听 Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 4)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In Person
Methods of assessment: 65% Exam

35% Coursework
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 81
Module leader: Dr Michel Wahome
Who to contact for more information: sts-aa@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 19th August 2024.

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Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed timed assessments and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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