Overview

This Science Communication MSc programme from Imperial prepares students for a wide range of professional science communication careers in print, broadcast and new media journalism, science policy, public relations, and exhibition and design work.

Practical modules benefit from our TV and radio facilities, and we are fortunate to be close to the Science Museum and the Natural History Museum, which provide excellent material for museum studies work.

Due to our central London location, we have unrivalled access to many media and science organisations as well as a multitude of cultural events and workshops. This makes it easy for you to build a network of contacts.

You can also attend talks and seminars on a wide range of scientific and technical topics in the various academic departments at Imperial, and benefit from direct access to a large number of leading science and engineering research teams and individuals on campus.

Work placement

A four- to six-week attachment or internship with a science communication organisation will enable you to gain experience of the real world of science communication, and to put into practice and develop skills and knowledge gained on the course.

You will benefit from the supervision and guidance of professional science communicators and will be able to widen your range of contacts both in the media industry and in the world of science.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Media Representation of Science
Science and its Social Contexts
Science Communication Practical Projects
Documentary Film
Ethics
Museums, Heritage and Science
Narrative
Science Policy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

125

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

7

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Communication Studies Journalism Media Studies & Mass Media View 217 other Masters in Media Studies & Mass Media in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

125

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

The minimum academic requirement is 2.1 degree in a scientific or science-related subject.
After you apply you may be invited for an interview with members of our staff.
A wide variety of international qualifications are accepted.
All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.
Online application.
Application fee.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29700 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

13100 GBP / year

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Additional Details

UK: £6,550 per year part-time

Overseas: £14,850 per year part-time

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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