SCOM8007A Communication Project Development

SCOM8007A is only available under certain award programs.

Offered By	Australian National Centre for the Public Awarenes
Academic Career	Graduate Coursework
Course Subject	Scientific Communication
Offered in	First Semester, 2011
Unit Value	9 units
Course Description	Students learn about and gain experience in the theoretical basis and philosophy of science communication, the development of science communication programs in a variety of formats.
Learning Outcomes	On satisfying the requirements of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to: understand the process of developing and delivering science communication programs; apply this knowledge in the planning and delivery of science communication programs; have skills in the technical aspects of communicating via different formats; and produce reports in a variety of different formats.
Indicative Assessment	The subject will be assessed by assignments in which students will plan, develop, and deliver science communication programs in different media.
Workload	Contact 50 hours, non contact 175 hours
Course Classification(s)	SpecialistSpecialist courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide for the acquisition of specialist skills; or 'second degree' and higher level of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs; or knowledge associated with professional accreditation.
Requisite Statement	Corequisites: SCOM8001A, SCOM8001B, SCOM8004A, SCOM8004B, SCOM8007B.
Recommended Courses	To give students knowledge and experience in the communication of science through different media and the development of science communication programs.
Academic Contact	will.grant@anu.edu.au

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