πBlog post!
Read about MSc Science Communication student Alice Thomson's experience with liquid nitrogen at Breacon Beacon High School!
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#scicomm #sciencecommunication
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The Science Communication Unit at UWE is internationally renowned for its activities, engaging the public with science and training science communicators. https://www.uwe.ac.uk/research/centres-and-groups/scu
πBlog post!
Read about MSc Science Communication student Alice Thomson's experience with liquid nitrogen at Breacon Beacon High School!
blogs.uwe.ac.uk/science-comm...
#scicomm #sciencecommunication
Explore our sister project PATTERNβs free online training and resources designed to boost Open and Responsible Research skills.
Covering topics like #OpenAccess, FAIR data and more, the trainings are designed to support researchers at all career stages.
β‘οΈ www.pattern-openresearch.eu/trainings/
Our latest newsletter β the first under the banner of the European Competence Centre for #SciComm β is now out! π
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We have some highlights from our time at #PCST2025 (cc: @pcstnetwork.bsky.social) and updates from our COALESCE Hubs.
Happy reading!
If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact science.communication@uwe.ac.uk for more information.
#scicomm #sciencecommunication #publicengagement
π’Calling previous Science Communication Unit learners
If you've taken Applied Research Skills, Creative Science Communication & Public Engagement/Connecting People, Creating Events, or Online Media Writing you may be able to accredit some of your learning against our MSc Science Communication!
π± Join us TODAY for a screening of One Last Farm, One Last Chance & explore the role of sustainable farming in saving our planet.
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25 July 7pm
π Keynsham Community Space
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#onelastfarm #SaveOurWildIsles #sustainablefoodsomerset
π’ Our online Applied Research Skills CPD module is open for applications!
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6 Oct 2025 - 6 March 2026
The course will introduce participants to knowledge & skills required to design, carry out & critically analyse research in #scicomm ‡οΈ
courses.uwe.ac.uk/USSKNQ30M/ap...
π’ Our face to face Science Communication Masterclass is open for applications!
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24 - 27 Nov 2025
πWe the Curious science centre, Bristol
Find out more and apply β¬οΈ
courses.uwe.ac.uk/Z51000095/sc...
#scicomm #sciencecommunication #publicengagement
The course is suitable for practitioners in science communication, as well as those developing their research skills, including PhD students.
17.07.2025 09:22 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Students will examine topics including methodologies for research, how to design a research project, criticality in research, ethics & how to share research effectively. Research methods covered will include questionnaires, observations, interviews & focus groups.
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The skills taught will be relevant to anyone wanting to conduct social research using both quantitative & qualitative methods, as well as those seeking to use the skills to evaluate public engagement initiatives.
courses.uwe.ac.uk/USSKNQ30M/ap...
π’ Our online Applied Research Skills CPD module is open for applications!
π
6 Oct 2025 - 6 March 2026
The course will introduce participants to knowledge & skills required to design, carry out & critically analyse research in #scicomm ‡οΈ
courses.uwe.ac.uk/USSKNQ30M/ap...
π± How can our food system restore nature?
Join us for a screening of One Last Farm, One Last Chance & explore the role of sustainable farming in saving our planet.
π
25 July 7pm
π Keynsham Community Space
ποΈ onelastfarmkeynsham.eventbrite.com
#onelastfarm #SaveOurWildIsles #sustainablefoodsomerset
π’ Our online Applied Research Skills CPD module is open for applications!
Starting 6th October 2025, the course will introduce participants to knowledge & skills required to design, carry out & critically analyse research in #scicomm ‡οΈ
More Info & apply: courses.uwe.ac.uk/USSKNQ30M/ap...
π Blog post! PhD student Jen Weston writes about her experience presenting at the #NCx25 conference.
Jen's research is on the social & cultural influences we have growing up & how that might impact individuals #nature connectedness & access to #citizenscience.
blogs.uwe.ac.uk/science-comm...
If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact science.communication@uwe.ac.uk for more information.
#scicomm #sciencecommunication #publicengagment
π’Calling all previous Science Communication Unit learners
If you've taken Applied Research Skills, Creative Science Communication & Public Engagemen,/Connecting People, Creating Events, or Online Media Writing you may be able to accredit some of your learning against our MSc Science Communication!
π’ Our online Applied Research Skills CPD module is open for applications!
Starting 6th October 2025, the course will introduce participants to knowledge & skills required to design, carry out & critically analyse research in #scicomm ‡οΈ
More Info & apply: courses.uwe.ac.uk/USSKNQ30M/ap...
Less than a week left to complete this new survey on science journalism! β¬οΈ
08.07.2025 11:16 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0π± How can our food system restore nature?
Join us for a screening of One Last Farm, One Last Chance & explore the role of sustainable farming in saving our planet.
π
25 July 7pm
π Keynsham Community Space
ποΈ onelastfarmkeynsham.eventbrite.com
#onelastfarm #SaveOurWildIsles #sustainablefoodsomerset
An evolving set of recommendations regarding:
- Ensuring inclusion and equity in informal science engagement activities
- Promoting co-production and community-centred methods for creating the activities
- Funding dedicated training for practitioners
And much more!
Download it from zenodo platform
How can #policy support the work of science museums, science festivals and other science outreach organisations?
πFind it out in the updated version of the Policy Brief on excellent #scicomm for society at large through informal activities: zenodo.org/records/1578...
A reminder to save the date for our Science Communication Masterclass this Autumn! Registration and full programme details will be available in the next couple of week! #scicomm #sciencecommuncation #publicengagement
03.07.2025 13:47 β π 3 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0This survey is a joint initiative between the βͺ@absw.bsky.socialβ¬ and Science Communication Unit, @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social and is part of the COALESCE project, an EU-funded initiative building a European Competence Centre for Science Communication.
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π’ Calling all UK science journalists!
Please take a few mins to complete this new survey about barriers to starting a science journalism career & challenges when working as a science journalist, such as online harassment:
uwe.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Survey closes 5pm on 14 July.
πYesterday we said goodbye to visiting PhD student Guidiana Landivar Paz. It's been a great 3 months getting to know Guidiana and her work!
Guidiana is a 3rd yr PhD candidate at the Faculty of Political Science & Sociology at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, specializing in #health #scicomm.
Great opportunity to join the team at the Science Media Centre as a trainee press officer: www.sciencemediacentre.org/about-us/jobs/ - deadline 7 July.
#scicomm #journalism
Weβre proud to be the evaluation and policy partner in a Β£1.75m project expanding community-led climate and nature action across the West of England.
Led by @scicommsuwe.bsky.social, weβre exploring how community voices can influence climate policy for greater impact.
Very excited to announce that our MSc #ScienceCommunication had an overall satisfaction score of 9οΈβ£0οΈβ£% in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey. This means it has scored 86% or over for the last eight years!
Thx to everyone who contributes to making this fantastic programme what it is β¨οΈ #scicomm
π Watch our latest video where our MSc Science Communication students @uwesoas.bsky.social @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social share their experiences on one of the optional modules - Science in Public Spaces!
π₯ www.youtube.com/watch?v=utz4...
#scicomm #sciencecommunication #publicengagement