Physics and Science Communication and Society Leiden University

Overview

What does this master’s programme entail?

Increasingly, the general public wants to be and needs to be informed about scientific topics. At the same time, scientists need to show accountability to the general public about their research. At this Physics and Science Communication and Society MSc programme at Leiden University you bridge the gap between experts and the public by combining high quality research in physics with extensive training in science communication. After completion you have obtained the necessary knowledge and skills to either become science communicator with a strong physics background, or a physics researcher with a communicating mindset.

Why study Physics and Science Communication and Society at Leiden University?

• The Physics and Science Communication and Society specialisation provides you with at least one full year of research training in Physics, followed by a year of courses, internships and research in the field of science communication.

• During your research project, you will participate within a research group at the Physics department which is known for its top-level international research and excellent research groups, both theoretical and experimental, both focus on fundamental research.

• You will get hands-on experience during a science communication research or practical internship within a relevant organisation, such as popular science magazines, science museums, radio or television.