Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science

New UNESCO Chair Connect, integrate and exchange knowledge about nature, equity and prosperity.

Explore the science-society relationship towards responsible innovation.

IT'S ALIVE: The POPSICULE WEBSITE! Explore why it is important to study the cultural meanings of science

Outwit the Virus! Humorous COVID-19 clips created by CPAS student Eliza Martin now in all ACT schools

ANU pays tribute to science pioneer and educator Mike Gore

Bachelor degrees

Our courses mix practical science communication skills with science communication theory and research skills.

Masters degrees

Advance your science career with a postgraduate qualification in science communication.

PhD & MPhil

Make an original contribution to human knowledge, research and development with a postgraduate research degree.

News »

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Aug

Newly Launched POPSICULE! »

Newest website and program around the first ANU's Science in Popular Culture and Entertainment Hub!

Aug

SCIENCE.ART.FILM. SERIES »

Screening monthly for FREE at Arc Cinema, SCIENCE. ART. FILM. is a new series that uncovers wacky, weird and wonderful facets of science and art in films.

Image of a clear liquid being extracted from a vial. Text says, The lecture series is designed to initiate new conversation around the responsibility of innovators as they imagine, design, build and deploy new technologies.'

Jul

Responsible Innovator Lecture Series »

Hear from innovators from around the world in this 3 month, bi-weekly lecture series.

Research »

We conduct research into diverse topics pertinent to science communication theory and practice.

Talking about public good for the second quantum revolution...

A Good Story Well Told: Storytelling Components That Impact...

Whether would like to add value to your science, learn how to simply explain your research, be more relaxed during your public presentations or simply hone your communication skills, attend a CPAS short course.