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Master of Science Communication

Laurentian University

Sudbury, Canada
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

One-year master degree training science communicators with an 8-week placement.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate core knowledge in Science Communication. Apply relevant methods and tools to academic or professional problems. Communicate findings clearly and work responsibly in individual and collaborative settings.

Career outcomes

Laboratory Analyst
Research Assistant
Science Technician
Data Analyst
Quality Control Analyst

Curriculum

Core courses cover audiences
Learning theory
Science communication theory
Design
Research methods
New media and practice
With one elective in exhibits or traditional media. The 33 credits include a six-credit major research paper and an eight-week work placement. Classes are in person at Science North and the Vale Living With Lakes Centre.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline
Typically a B average (75% for most thesis programmes; 70% for some); WES evaluation for degrees from outside North America; Supervisor identified for thesis streams; Three references
Statement of interest and CV.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline (programme-specific; E.g. M.Eng. A bachelor's in engineering); WES evaluation for degrees from outside North America; Supervisor identified for thesis streams

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 88
PTE Academic 60
Cambridge 176
Duolingo 120

Documents you’ll need

Passport copy
Undergraduate transcripts
Degree certificate
English proficiency evidence
Curriculum vitae
Statement of purpose

How to apply

Review the postgraduate admission requirements for Master of Science Communication. Prepare degree certificates
Academic transcripts
Language evidence
required supporting documents. Complete the application to Laurentian University. Submit the required documents and pay the application fee. Monitor the applicant portal for the admission decision. If admitted
Accept the offer and pay any required deposit. Complete study permit or visa requirements where applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$26,087 CAD
Application fee	$113 CAD
Deposit	$2,000 CAD

Program details

Campus	Sudbury
Faculty or school	Faculty of Science, Engineering and Architecture
Department	School of Natural Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	33
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Laurentian offers entrance and continuing-student scholarships for eligible students. International eligibility, Values, And conditions vary by award.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
15 Feb 2027
93 days left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Oct 2027
335 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.