Rutgers University School of Environmental and Biological Sciences (New Brunswick) 30 courses 18 total credits
The minor in science communication recognizes the pressing need in our technologically based society to understand and communicate science issues personally and professionally. Students in the minor will learn how to access, understand, and communicate evidence-based science information in the context of real-world problems. After completing the minor, students will be better prepared to understand and address the issues in communicating science effectively. 1. recognize the need for understanding science and the scientific process for evidence-based decision-making; 2. make the connection between science and social science expertise on science communication; 3. realize alternative potentials/venues for careers postgraduation; 4. communicate effectively for careers in medical, dental, veterinary, nursing, or allied health fields; 5. effectively convey science information to the general public as well as to scientists; and 6. describe the role of science and scientists in society.
| Total Credits | 18 credits |
Required Courses (9 credits)
11:374:103 Introduction to science communication 11:374:240 Visualizing information: Storytelling with data 11:374:435 Advanced communication in the sciences OR 11:374:311 Environmental writing: Rhetorical strategies for complex ecological issues Non-course requirement Public presentation (participation in a course presentation, science cafΓ©, poster session or conference presentation approved by the Program Advisor)
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 11:374:103 | Introduction to Science Communication | 3 |
| 11:374:240 | Visualizing Information: Storytelling with Data | 3 |
| 11:374:311 | Environmental Writing: Rhetorical Strategies for Complex Ecological Issues | 3 |
| Total Required Courses (9 credits) | 9 credits | |
Electives (9 credits required)
Biochemistry 11:115:491 Biochemical Communication Communication 04:567:340 Science and Health Journalism 04:192:407 Health Communication 04:192:307 Health Literacy 04:192:200 Communication Theory Genetics 01:447:430 Effective Communication Skills in Genetics (Genetics majors only) 01:447:414 Thesis Writing and Communication in Genetics I (Genetics majors only) 01:447:415 Thesis Writing and Communication in Genetics II (Genetics majors only) History 01:506:251 History of Science and Society Human Ecology 11:374:350 Informal Science Education 11:374:430 Risk, Health and Safety 11:374:108 Processes of Human Ecology 11:374:227 Food for Thought: Agriculture and Food Issues in Contemporary...
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