Science Communication

2.5 credits

Course, Master's level, 3BL356

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Location
Uppsala
Pace of study
50%
Teaching form
On-campus
Instructional time
Daytime
Study period
12 October 2026–8 November 2026
Language of instruction
English
Entry requirements

Undergraduate education of 180 credits within life sciences (e.g. biomedicine, biotechnology, medicine, veterinary medicine), and 30 credits at Master's level within life sciences. Proficiency in English equivalent to the general entry requirements for first-cycle (Bachelor's level) studies.

Selection

Higher education credits (maximum 285 credits)

Fees
If you are not a citizen of a European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) country, or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees.
  • First tuition fee instalment: SEK 6,875
  • Total tuition fee: SEK 6,875

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Application deadline
15 April 2026
Application code
UU-43500

Admitted or on the waiting list?

Registration period
28 September 2026–11 October 2026
Information on registration from the department

Location
Uppsala
Pace of study
50%
Teaching form
On-campus
Instructional time
Daytime
Study period
12 October 2026–8 November 2026
Language of instruction
English
Entry requirements

Undergraduate education of 180 credits within life sciences (e.g. biomedicine, biotechnology, medicine, veterinary medicine), and 30 credits at Master's level within life sciences. Proficiency in English equivalent to the general entry requirements for first-cycle (Bachelor's level) studies.

Admitted or on the waiting list?

Registration period
28 September 2026–11 October 2026
Information on registration from the department

About the course

This Science Communication course is designed for Master's students and professionals in life sciences who seek to enhance their ability to communicate scientific knowledge effectively. This course covers various formats of scientific and popular scientific communication, including academic writing, oral presentations, and media outreach. By completing this course, the attendees will be able to explain the fundamental principles of different forms of scientific communication, use scientific and popular scientific formats to share biomedical knowledge and research accurately and understandably, and assess and argue for different presentation techniques and provide constructive feedback.

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