SCIENCE 3200 - Communicating Science III
Career: | Undergraduate |
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Units: | 3 |
Term: | 4015 |
Campus: | North Terrace |
Contact: | Up to 5 hours per day |
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange: | Yes |
Available for Non-Award Study: | Yes |
Pre-Requisite: | Successful completion of 48 units of an undergraduate degree program |
Incompatible: | SCIENCE 7020, SCIENCE 4020 |
Assessment: | Blog posts, oral presentations, written assignments |
Syllabus: |
Communicating Science equips students with the essential skills and knowledge to effectively communicate scientific concepts to diverse audiences. This course is designed for students who are passionate about bridging the gap between science and society through effective communication and welcomes students from various disciplines, including sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Upon successfully completing Communicating Science, students will be equipped with the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to excel in science communication roles and contribute to fostering public understanding of science. Students will be prepared for diverse career opportunities in science journalism, public relations, science advocacy, science policy, museum curation, and other related fields. Students will hone their written communication abilities by producing compelling content suitable for diverse publications, including blogs, press releases, and feature articles. They will also refine their oral communication skills, through delivering captivating speeches and learning how to distill complex ideas into concise soundbites. Off-campus excursions to science exhibitions will provide students with firsthand experiences in science communication outside written and oral forms. Students will observe and analyse different communication strategies employed in these settings, enhancing their understanding of engaging diverse audiences and making complex scientific concepts accessible and relevant. By successfully completing these assessments, students will demonstrate their ability to communicate science effectively, responsibly, and ethically. |
Course Fees
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EFTSL | |||
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0.125 |
Course Outline
A Course Outline which includes Learning Outcomes, Learning Resources, Learning & Teaching for this course may be accessed here
Critical Dates
Term | Last Day to Add Online | Census Date | Last Day to WNF | Last Day to WF |
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4015 | Mon 29/06/2020 | Fri 03/07/2020 | Wed 22/07/2020 | Not Available |
Class Details
Enrolment Class: Workshop | |||||||
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Class Nbr | Section | Size | Available | Dates | Days | Time | Location |
95042 | WR01 | 90 | 22 | 6 Jul - 6 Jul | Monday | 9am - 12pm | MyUni, OL, Online Class |
6 Jul - 10 Jul | Monday, Thursday, Friday | 1pm - 4pm | MyUni, OL, Online Class | ||||
7 Jul - 7 Jul | Tuesday | 1pm - 4pm | MyUni, OL, Online Class | ||||
7 Jul - 8 Jul | Tuesday, Wednesday | 9am - 12pm | MyUni, OL, Online Class | ||||
8 Jul - 8 Jul | Wednesday | 1pm - 4pm | MyUni, OL, Online Class | ||||
9 Jul - 10 Jul | Thursday, Friday | 9am - 12pm | MyUni, OL, Online Class | ||||
13 Jul - 15 Jul | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday | 1pm - 4pm | MyUni, OL, Online Class | ||||
13 Jul - 17 Jul | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 9am - 12pm | MyUni, OL, Online Class | ||||
16 Jul - 16 Jul | Thursday | 1pm - 4pm | MyUni, OL, Online Class | ||||
20 Jul - 22 Jul | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday | 9am - 5pm | Badger, G31, Macbeth Lecture Theatre |