Master of Science Communication And Public Engagement

Master of Science Communication and Public Engagement

As nations continue to address the gap in interest towards Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), professionals with an advanced appreciation for the nuances in the interaction between scientific and non-scientific communities are expected to be highly sought after. Such professionals would fill roles as Public Relations Manager, Communications Director, Corporate Strategy Manager, Research Manager, or Science Journalist. 

The Master of Science Communication and Public Engagement aims to bridge this gap by equipping graduates with skills and knowledge in communicating science to a broad range of audiences, as well as engaging with key stakeholders to mediate the interaction between technical experts, decision makers and consumers. 

The programme structure: 

Students need to complete a total of 42 credit hours of courses. This includes 30 credits of core courses; and 12 credits of elective courses. 

Core Courses (30 credits):
SQJ7001 Research Methodology (4 credits)
SQJ7002 Research Project (12 credits)
SQJ7003 Principles in Science Communication and Public Engagement (4 credits)
SQJ7004 Science and Media in Multicultural Society (4 credits)
SQJ7005 Science, Policy and Public Impact (3 credits) 
SQJ7006 Big Data in Science Communication (3 credits)

Elective Courses (12 credits)
SQJ7007 Controversial Issues in Science and Technology (3 credits)
SQJ7008 Systems Thinking for Decision Making (3 credits) 
SQJ7009 Social Innovations (3 credits)
SQJ7010 Digital Law and Communication Ethics (3 credits)
SQJ7011 Managing Science and Technology Events (3 credits)
SQJ7012 Science Diplomacy (3 credits)

General entry requirements: 
•    Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours CGPA of 3.00 and above or equivalent in the relevant field.

•    Applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree of CGPA between 2.70 to 2.99 may be considered if they meet ONE (1) the following criteria: 
 
o    Universiti Malaya graduate; 
o    Has at least one (1) year of working experience in related field;
o    Has produced publications in the related fields;
o    Scholarship recipient;
o    Government agency staff;
o    Pass the interview conducted by the Faculty; or
o    Pass the special assessment by the Faculty
 
•    Applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree of CGPA between 2.50 to 2.69, or 2.00 to 2.48, kindly consult us for more specific criteria. 

English Language Requirement (for international applicants only): 

Fulfil any one of the following: 

Intake Schedule & Period of Candidature: 
●    Intakes: First Semester (October); Second Semester (March)
●    Period of Candidature: (minimum) 1 year = 2 normal semesters & 1 special semester; (maximum) 4 years = 8 normal semesters

To apply, please visit the University of Malaya e-Application page (MAYA Portal) at: 
https://pgadmission.um.edu.my/ 
More for information on study at UM, please visit: https://study.um.edu.my/ 

If you have any inquiry related to application, please contact:
Programme Coordinator:
Dr. Nurulaini binti Abu Shamsi 
Tel: 603-7967 7164
E-mail:  ainishamsi@um.edu.my