This unit offers students in the Science Communication major an opportunity to practise what has been preached. Being able to apply skills and knowledge in the workplace not only provides an authentic experience but also offers great networking opportunities. Organisations that have hosted students include Scitech, CSIRO, Perth Zoo, WA Museum, Greening Australia, WA Department of Health, Water Corporation, Department of Environment and Conservation, Eco Education, Christ Church Grammar School, AQWA, Telethon Child Health Institute, Huntington's Disease Association, Conservation Council of WA, Australian Science Media (Adelaide), Singapore Science Centre, Cosmos Magazine (Sydney) and... -- Course Website
Instructor: Associate Professor Jan Dook
Prerequisites: SCOM2208 Science Writing and SCOM2205 Science Presentations; for pre-2012 courses: one of COMM2205 Science Communication—Community Presentation, COMM2208 Science Communication Writing, COMM2209 Science Communicaton Talking or COMM7403 Science Communicatio