Overview
Dunedin is a UNESCO City of Literature, supports an International Science Festival, and is the wildlife capital of New Zealand, with colonies of seals, albatross and penguins all within the city's boundaries.
Key Features
The Postgraduate Diploma in Science Communication - Science and Natural History Filmmaking at University of Otago offers three Science Communication endorsements:
- Creative Non-Fiction Writing in Science
- Science and Natural History Filmmaking
- Science in Society
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- The Craft of Storytelling
- Business of Filmmaking
- Science Communication
- The Techniques of Natural History and Science Filmmaking
- Digital Production for Science Communication
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Film, Photography & Media History Natural Sciences View 19 other Masters in Film, Photography & Media in New ZealandAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Entrance requirements for postgraduate study vary by programme with most requiring a minimum bachelor-level qualification in the same field, and some having additional requirements such as relevant work experience and/or professional registration in New Zealand.
- A postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma can usually be taken at any time after the completion of your bachelor's degree.
- If you hold an honours degree or postgraduate diploma you may be able to eligible for master’s study by thesis only. In some cases if you hold a bachelor’s degree you may apply for a coursework master’s degree or for master’s study by coursework and thesis.
Tuition Fee
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International
26028 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26028 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
6908 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6908 USD per year during 12 months.
- National: $9,501.00
- International: $35,798
Living costs for Dunedin
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.