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Master of Applied Science MAppSc in Science Communication

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

University of Otago

Program Overview

The Centre for Science Communication (CSC) is one of the world s largest postgraduate facilities for the teaching, research, and practice of communicating science to the general public. It is part of the University of Otago in Dunedin, a UNESCO City of Literature. Dunedin is the wildlife capital of New Zealand with colonies of seals, albatross and penguins all living within the city's boundaries. It is no accident that it has also become a centre for those involved in natural history filmmaking. The Centre for Science Communication has strong links with the publishing industry, the world s second-largest producer of documentaries (NHNZ) and the Otago Museum which is undergoing significant redevelopment of its galleries with a focus on science engagement.

Program Key Stats

$49650 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

A bachelor's degree, or a first-class or upper second-class honours degree in the same area of study, or a related discipline, as your intended area of research, academic transcripts, ECE, and proof of identity, A detailed research proposal, An up-to date CV, IELTS of 6.5 in the academic module (with no individual band below 6.0), TOEFL ibT of 95 with a minimum writing score of 22, CAE/CPE of 176, (PTE) Academicof 64 with no communicative skills score below 57, EPAP Grade C or higher.

Career Options

  • Science writer
  • Associate Consultant
  • Freelance Regulatory Associate
  • Science Communications Coordinator
  • Head of Science and Innovation

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