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Professional Certificate in Science Communication and Public Media Engagement

Eight-week online professional course developed in collaboration with BBC science broadcasting teams, exploring television science documentary production, podcast scripting, and social media outreach.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Open to scientists, educators, journalists, and graduate students in STEM/humanities
English language proficiency: English comprehension
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Online course registration form
Recommendation letters: Not required

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Subsidized through OpenLearn and BBC broadcast co-production partnerships
Application fee: Free
Tuition / joining costs: £750 (all digital learning modules included)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: May 20, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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