Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master in Scientific, Medical, and Environmental Communication is a pioneering program in Spain with over 30 years of experience in training science communicators. The program is designed for international students and offers a unique blend of theoretical and practical knowledge, with a focus on the latest trends and developments in the field.

Program Structure

The program consists of 14 core subjects, organized into 7 modules, and focuses on three main areas: science, medicine, and the environment. The program includes a combination of lectures, workshops, and practical exercises, with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning and real-world applications.

Admission Criteria

The program is open to university graduates who wish to pursue a career in scientific communication. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in science, medicine, or a related field, as well as excellent communication skills.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fee for the program is 10,000 euros.

Research Areas

The program covers a wide range of research areas, including:

• Science and culture
• Science and participation
• Science and communication
• Health and communication
• Environment and communication
• Institutional communication
• Audiovisual communication
• Digital narratives
• Oral communication
• Museum science

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue a variety of career opportunities, including:

• Director of communication
• Science journalist
• Event manager
• Curator of scientific exhibitions
• Responsible for communication projects
• Community manager
• Scientific writer
• Science communicator

Faculty

The program is taught by a team of experienced professionals and experts in the field of scientific communication, including:

• Gema Revuelta, director of the Master's program and professor of science communication
• Laura Carrau, coordinator and professor of audiovisual communication
• Marc de Semir, coordinator and professor of institutional communication
• Vladimir de Semir, coordinator and professor of science journalism
• Pedro García Demestres, coordinator and professor of museum science
• Karla Islas Pieck, coordinator and professor of science journalism
• Núria Jar, coordinator and professor of oral communication
• Carolina Llorente, coordinator and professor of digital narratives
• Maria Josep Picó, coordinator and professor of environmental journalism

Methodology

The program uses a practical and applied methodology, with a focus on hands-on learning and real-world applications. The program includes a combination of lectures, workshops, and practical exercises, as well as a final project that allows students to apply their knowledge and skills in a real-world context.

Evaluation

The program is evaluated through a combination of continuous assessment and a final project. The continuous assessment includes a variety of activities, such as written assignments, presentations, and participation in class discussions. The final project is a comprehensive piece of work that allows students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in a real-world context.

Tools and Resources

The program provides students with a range of tools and resources, including:

• A virtual learning environment with access to course materials and resources
• A mentor for the final project
• Access to a network of professionals and experts in the field of scientific communication
• Opportunities for internships and job placement

Student Profile

The program is designed for university graduates who wish to pursue a career in scientific communication. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in science, medicine, or a related field, as well as excellent communication skills. The program is open to students from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines, and is designed to be flexible and adaptable to the needs of working professionals.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the program can pursue a variety of career opportunities, including:

• Director of communication
• Science journalist
• Event manager
• Curator of scientific exhibitions
• Responsible for communication projects
• Community manager
• Scientific writer
• Science communicator

The program has a strong track record of placing graduates in a variety of roles and organizations, including universities, research institutions, museums, and private companies. The program also provides students with access to a network of professionals and experts in the field of scientific communication, as well as opportunities for internships and job placement.