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Master of Science in Science Communication and Public Engagement The University of Edinburgh The University of Edinburgh, UK

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GBP 30500

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

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12 months

Duration

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7

IELTS

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100

TOEFL

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60%

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Program Overview

The programme covers communication of all science, engineering, maths and technology.

Please note this MSc is NOT a programme in communication science and does not specialise in marketing, advertising, or corporate communication.

About the programme

The fields of science communication and public engagement are currently enjoying unprecedented growth.

This is driven by many situations present in modern society including public health and climate change crises, 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.

Many career opportunities are emerging at the interface between research and various stakeholder groups, and ever more creative methodologies for engagement are being explored. The 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.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 84 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    7 IELTS Score
    100 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    73 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    30500

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     Free

    Application Fee
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    10224 Per year

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