Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Science for Education and Communication with specialisation in Physics

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Science for Education and Communication with specialisation in Physics

Course Title

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Science for Education and Communication with specialisation in Physics

MQF Level

6

Duration and Credits

3 Years

180 ECTS

Mode of Study

Full-time

Information for International applicants

Either

An Advanced Level pass at Grade C or better in Physics and an Intermediate Level pass at Grade C or better in Pure Mathematics

Or

An Advanced Level pass at Grade C or better in Pure Mathematics and an Intermediate Level pass at Grade C or better in Physics.

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While science has greatly influenced life as we know it; the changes society has gone through over time, have impacted the way science is perceived and understood. In our society there is a need to develop an awareness of the nature of science and how science works. Developing scientific literacy has become a crucial skill that needs to be carefully planned, implemented and evaluated. As a prospective student, the BSc (Hons) in Science for Education and Communication will provide you with; a sound background in scientific knowledge; familiarity with the current debate and discourse in science; an opportunity to experience interdisciplinary approaches to science in the community; experiences of inquiry-based methodologies; communication skills to facilitate community engagement in science; and practical experiences in the organisation and evaluation of non-formal and informal science education initiatives.

Communication and Academic Skills Programme

The communication and academic skills programme complements students’ main course of study. It introduces them to writing and presenting as situated within academic contexts sensitive to specific disciplines and develops their competences for future careers.

 
Year   (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2)
 
Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
 
MSS1002 Life Science 6 ECTS    
MSS1003 Chemical Science 6 ECTS    
MSS1005 Conceptual Physics 6 ECTS    
MSS1008 Science in the Community 1 4 ECTS    
PHY1105 Fundamentals of Experimental Physics 4 ECTS    
PHY1197 Introduction to Classical Mechanics and Waves 6 ECTS    

 
 
Semester 1
 
Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
 
MSS1006 Communicating and Engaging with Science 4 ECTS    
MSS2005 Introduction to Earth Systems 6 ECTS    
PHY1125 Mathematics for Physicists 1 4 ECTS    

 
 
Semester 2
 
Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
 
MCS1070 Personal Communications 4 ECTS    
MSS1007 Presenting Science in the Digital Age 4 ECTS    
PHY1145 Electricity and Magnetism and Optics 6 ECTS    

 

 
Year   (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2)
 
Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
 
MSS2014 Principles and Perspectives of Science 4 ECTS    
MSS2015 Popular Culture and Science 4 ECTS    
MSS2016 Science in the Community 2 8 ECTS    

 
 
Semester 1
 
Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
 
MCS3110 Radio Production 4 ECTS    
MSS2010 Science and Art 4 ECTS    
MSS2012 Earth-Space Interactions 4 ECTS    
PHY2195 Classical and Relativistic Mechanics 6 ECTS    
PHY2210 Mathematics for Physicists 2 4 ECTS    

 
 
Semester 2
 
Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
 
MSS2009 Science in the Home 4 ECTS    
MSS2011 Forensic Science 4 ECTS    
MSS2013 Diversity and Equity in Science 4 ECTS    
PHY1193 Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory 4 ECTS    
PHY2140 Quantum Mechanics 6 ECTS    

 

 
Year   (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2)
 
Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
 
MSS3009 Science in the Community 3 4 ECTS    
PHY3208 Short Review Paper and Philosophy of Science 6 ECTS    
PHY3232 Nuclear and Particle Physics 6 ECTS    

 
 
Semester 1
 
Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
 
EER2508 Science for Sustainable Development 4 ECTS    
MCS2020 Video Production 1 4 ECTS    
MCS2040 Basic Photography 4 ECTS    
MSS3004 Science and Music 4 ECTS    
MSS3005 Science and Sports 4 ECTS    
MSS3007 Science and the Quest for Truth 4 ECTS    
PHY3130 Atomic Physics 4 ECTS    

 
 
Semester 2
 
Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)
 
EER3101 Promoting Sustainable Lifestyles 4 ECTS    
MSS3006 Fact or Fiction 4 ECTS    
MSS3008 Ethical Issues in Science 4 ECTS    
PHY2145 Electromagnetism 4 ECTS    

 

This programme of study is governed by the General Regulations for University Undergraduate Awards, 2019 and by the Bye-Laws for the award of Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Science for Education and Communication - B.Sc. (Hons) - under the auspices of the Faculty of Education and the Faculty of Science.

During the course, you will:

  • Explore various facets of your subject specialisation.
  • Demonstrate a sufficient breadth of scientific knowledge outside of your area of specialisation.
  • Integrate basic facts, principles, theories and methods from multiple science disciplines.
  • Identify the interactions of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM) and society.
  • Recognize the various educational needs related to science education and communication of different members of the community.
  • Plan, organise and implement science education and communication initiatives in various community settings.

  1. Subject Knowledge & Understanding
    • explore various facets of your subject specialization
    • demonstrate a sufficient breadth of scientific knowledge outside your area of specialization
    • analyse how various historical and social factors influence scientific discovery and innovation

  2. Intellectual development
    • integrate basic facts, principles, theories and methods from multiple science disciplines
    • identify the interactions of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM) and society
    • apply scientific principles to real-life contexts
    • distinguish between myth, philosophy and science and discuss the answers to the 'big' questions

  3. Key/transferable skills
    • assess the educational potential of community sites
    • recognize the various educational needs related to science education and communication of different members of the community
    • analyse phenomena using scientific principles and methodologies

Non EU Applicants:

Fee per academic year: Eur 8,500

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As a graduate of this programme you will have the option of pursuing the Master in Teaching and Learning (MTL) Science with the Department of Mathematics and Science Education to become science (science and biology/chemistry/physics) teacher.

The programme specifically focuses on your development as a science communicator. There is a range of budding community settings related to science education and communication where you can actively contribute.

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