
UNIVERSITY OF AVEIRO
Type of training: Master in Science Communication and Education
Website: www2.posgrad.ua.pt/pt_resultDtl.asp?RefIDCurso=126
Contact: Lic. Pedro Rui de Jesus
E-mail: pruijesus@csjp.ua.pt
Phone: + 351 234 37 24 89
Address: Campus Universitário de Santiago, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
Language of training: Portuguese
This Masters programme lasts for one year. It is targeted at teachers who are interested in formal education and the informal dissemination of science and technology; as well as other communicators of science and technology such as journalists and documentary producers, designers of exhibitions and interactive models, managers of scientific/technological firms, in particular PR or commercial departments, professionals in the field of science publication and also museums and interactive science centres. The Masters aims at strengthening the construction of a stable historical vision of the scientific thought in the perspective of popularizing scientific culture.
The Masters has the objective of developing the analytical skills of students and the ability to present science issues to diverse audiences. The course addresses the wide range of communication channels available and encourages students to adopt a creative and imaginative approach to communication. It promotes the development of practical skills in communicating science. The programme also includes courses on key science issues, to ensure a solid understanding of science when analysing and communication science. The course is divided into a core programme including natural, physical and exact sciences and science communication. It offers a choice of specialisations, the first in techniques of science and technological communication and the second in communication within a specific domains (it is possible to choose among health and the public, environment and the public, the universe and the public)
Period: This course runs from October to September.
Place: Aveiro, Portugal
Tuition Fee: € 1875 per year
Possibility of scholarship: n/a
Admission/Registration conditions: Graduate in any scientific area, having obtained a minimum mark of 14.
Number of participants: Minimum 10 maximum 15 students .
Deadline for registration: June
Other: n/a