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An exciting one year postgraduate scholarship program in communication, for science, engineering and technology graduates.
Jointly run by the Australian National University's Centre for the
Public Awareness of Science and Questacon - The National Science and
Technology Centre, the program includes travel to regional areas of
Australia staffing the Shell Questacon Science Circus.
What's in it for you?
A recognised and internationally valued qualification:
Graduate Diploma in Science Communication from the Australian National University
New and enhanced skills:
- public speaking, presentation and media skills
- experience in exhibition design and communication research
- team work strategies
- special communication skills to present science and technology to students from kindergarten to year 12 and culturally diverse and geographically isolated communities
- public relations and promotional skills
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An ANU Questacon Scholarship:
ANU Questacon Scholarships are only available to Australian citizens and permanent residents.
In short, the program provides opportunities to test your initiative, challenge your creativity and extend your horizons!
New places to see with the Shell Questacon Science Circus
The Shell Questacon Science Circus is an outreach program
of Questacon - The National Science and Technology Centre. Scholars
staff the Science Circus as it tours to regional areas of Australia for
about 18-20 weeks each year. Involvement with the Science Circus'
hands-on public exhibition and science show performances provides a
large part of the practical training in science communication.
Course Work Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Science Communication is unlike any other
academic program. Scholars encounter many varied challenges throughout
the year. An informal atmosphere is maintained and it is important that
scholars remain flexible and highly committed. Course work sessions are
run both at Questacon and the Australian National University and
specialist presenters from different organisations are often used.
Sometimes the work and interaction with the other scholars is intense;
at other times, scholars will be expected to work to their own
schedule. The program gives scholars the opportunity to sample a
diversity of careers at the interface of science and the community.
Course work is divided into separate modules: Mass Media and Applied Research Project. There is also the field component (Shell Questacon Science Circus tours) and a student placement program. Further course work is given in preparation for the field component.
How do you apply?
If you have a science-related degree from a recognised university or
equivalent institution and the ability to communicate with people then
we would like to see an application from you! To receive an application
pack send an email to cpas@anu.edu.au.
Please note that selected scholars will be required to have a current
probational or full drivers licence at the time of enrolment and that a
police records check will be undertaken.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE END OF AUGUST
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