About Msc In Science And Health Communication in Dublin City University
Programme
We are excited to add a new health communication strand to our longstanding expertise in researching and teaching science communication.
From September 2018 as well as teaching and training for those entering - and continuing - careers in STEM education and public engagement, we welcome students interested in leadership and communication in the commercial medical sector as well as public health policy, administration and regulation.
This programme is offered full-time over one year and part-time over two years.
Students take a combination of core and option modules in areas such as Research Methods; Strategic Communications for STEM, Environment and Healthcare; Informatics in eHealth; Science and Health in the Media; Data Communication; Understanding Social Media. The programme also includes practically oriented modules including Media and Communication Skills and Making Smartphone Videos. All students complete a Major Project/Dissertation and can avail of a work placement.
Careers
Graduates of this programme have found employment in science public relations and information services, science journalism, science broadcasting, science teaching, science demonstration and display, science publishing, web editing for science institutions and educational software authoring.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Typically, you need a First Class Bachelor’s degree from a recognised top ranked university and/or affiliated colleges with a minimum of 60% average across all semesters. Students who have studied at a lower tiered institution may be considered with an overall average mark of 65% or above.
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS for Postgraduate Taught Programmes: Overall score of 6.5 or above, with no less than 6.0 in any one skill. Additionally DCUBS require 6.5 in Speaking and Writing.
- TOEFL: Total Score of 92. DCU Business School additionally requires all section scores 21 or above.
- PTE Academic: Minimum score of 63, with no section score below 59
Dublin City University Highlights
University Type |
Public University |
Campus Setting |
Urban |
Establishment Year |
1975 |
No. of Campuses |
3 |
No. of Residence Halls |
3 |
International students |
2,337
71% in UG, 29% in PG courses |
Research Funding |
~35 million EUR |
Cost of Attendance |
~22,500 EUR |
Applications Accepted |
Online/Offline |
Work-Study |
Available |
Intake Type |
Semester wise |
Mode of Program |
Full time and online |
Dublin City University Average Tution fees And Other Expenses
Foreign students who wish to enrol at Dublin City University must be aware of the associated costs in order to budget appropriately and apply for scholarships when needed. The tuition costs for well-known programmes and other expenses related to studying in Ireland are covered below.
Tuition Fee for Dublin City University
Here are the details of the UG and PG fees for international students planning to study at any of the following faculties.
Programs |
UG (EUR) |
PG (EUR) |
Engineering |
15,000 |
17,000 |
Business |
14,000 |
16,000-19,000 |
Humanities |
15,000 |
15,000 |
Science |
15,000 |
15,000 |
Education |
12,600 |
13,700 |
Dublin City University Cost of Living
The cost of living here includes monthly expenses an international student would require to study at Dublin City University:
Expense |
Monthly Cost (EUR) |
Rent (On-campus) |
692-1216 |
Rent (Off-campus) |
850-1300 |
Food |
250 |
Travel |
132 |
Books and Materials |
75 |
Medical |
45 |
Miscellaneous |
178 |
Total |
Approximately 2,222 |