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Science Communication and Public Engagement MSc

The University of Edinburgh

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

The programme covers communication of all science, engineering, maths and technology. About the programme The fields of science communication and public engagement are currently enjoying unprecedented growth. The growth is driven by many situations present in modern society including: the need for effective public health and climate change communication and engagement a greater need to demonstrate and share the impact of publicly funded research the need for research to be valued and a desire for a stronger evidence base for policy decisions. Many career opportunities are emerging at the interface between research/researchers and various stakeholder groups, and ever more creative methods and practices for engagement are being explored and utilised. The MSc programme covers communication of and engagement with all sciences, engineering, maths and technology together with non-science disciplines. You will experience a variety of science communication and public engagement approaches and contexts. In the process, you will develop critical thinking skills and reflective practice. The learning gained from one course is transferable to other courses, thus ensuring interconnection across the programme. Please note this MSc is NOT a programme in communication science and does not specialise in marketing, advertising, or corporate communication. From August 2025, teaching on this programme will be delivered by the Edinburgh Medical School. (Revised 1 August 2025 to update reference to Edinburgh Medical School)

Tuition fees

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£ 30,500per year

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University information

The University of Edinburgh

  • University League Table

    18th

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 9YL, United Kingdom

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    10th out of 39 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 251
    238 95%

    4th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    100.0 100%

    1st

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.83 71%

    35th

    16

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