Graduate Diploma of Sciences Communication CF14

Program at a glance

Duration: 2 years part-time
Mode & Location: external
Courses/Units of Credit: 6 courses/48 units of credit
Faculty: Faculty of Arts, Health & Sciences; James Goldston Faculty of Engineering & Physical Systems
Entry: direct (more info)
Accreditation: not applicable
Residential School: not applicable
Practicum/Work placement: not applicable
Exit awards: Graduate Certificate in Sciences Communication
Interim awards: not applicable
Contact: Program Advisor on 07 4930 9253 or email ahs-program1@cqu.edu.au
International students: not applicable
CRICOS program codes: not applicable

Program aim

This program will enable students to develop a professional approach to communication of the sciences and technology. Students will develop the ability to become effective as science communicators in a wide variety of settings. Students will be encouraged to explore the concepts of marketing and using the media effectively.

Program structure

To satisfy the requirements of the award, students must complete six courses or 48 units of credit as outlined below:

Course Code Course Title
Term 1 (T1)
MRKT20019 Marketing Management
COMM20034 Oral Communication
SCIE20015 Issues in the Sciences
Term 2 (T2)
JOUR20016 Media & Communication
NURS20129 Education in Non-Formal Settings
COIS20064 Scholarly Information Sources

NOTE: No residential schools required in this program.

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Entry

At least a pass degree of equivalent in any field of sicence, engineering or health science.