Overview

The Science Education and Communication international programme at University of Groningen will provide you with a solid foundation in the science, theory, and practice of innovative teaching and effective communication in science and mathematics.

The Master's degree programme in Science Education and Communication is a flexible, two-year program, with six tracks you can choose from. There are five Education tracks (Biology, Informatics, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) and Communication.

Job examples

Spokesperson at a museum or an institute

Science journalist for a newspaper or broadcasting company

Teacher in upper-level secondary education

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

All tracks start with a joint selection of courses. You conduct a scientific research project within your own science or mathematics expertise.

In the course 'Science Communication Skills' written and verbal communication skills are further developed. 'Science Education and Communication Design' covers the design process of a website and teaching and communication materials. 'Introduction to Research in Science Education and Communication' examines methods of scientific research.

To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00

Language

English, Dutch

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Groningen, Netherlands

Disciplines

Education Communication Studies View 40 other Masters in Communication Studies in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree programme in Mathematics, Computing Science, Physics, Astronomy, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy, Engineering, or related disciplines. This is merely an indication of required background knowledge.

The Admissions Board determines whether the specific contents of this/these course(s) meet the admission requirements of the master programme for which you applied.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

24900 EUR / year

≈ 24900 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2601 EUR / year

≈ 2601 EUR / year

Additional Details

part time: €1914 EUR

Living costs

Groningen

Netherlands

750 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Job examples

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Groningen

Funding

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