Astronomy and Science Communication and Society

Specialisation of: Astronomy
Degree: Master of Science in Astronomy
Mode of Study: Full-time
Duration: 2 years
Start date: Flexible, for international students preferably September or February
Language of instruction: English and Dutch
Location: Leiden
Croho/isat code: 60200
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The master’s track in Science Communication and Society comprises a one-year astronomy research component and a one-year communication component. It offers students the opportunity to combine previous research training with programmes in different aspects of science communication, such as journalism, new media, museology and information visualisation.

Contact

Astronomy
Prof. Dr. Simon Portegies Zwart
spz@strw.leidenuniv.nl
+31 (0)71 527 8429

Science Based Business
Dr. Harmen Jousma
jousma@sbb.leidenuniv.nl
+31 (0)71 527 4424

Brochure

For a concise summary of this programme, please request the brochure.