Basics of Science Communication (August 2025 - online)

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Organising Partner (University) (TUDa) Technical University of Darmstadt
Language English
Public Young researchers
Training dates


Training start date 2025-08-01
Training end date 2026-03-31
Training duration

on demand

Application deadline 2025-08-01
Content

This basic course focuses on topics such as dimensions of science communication, the interplay of actors and target groups or dealing with the media. The learning units are modular. The content is varied and includes animations and videos. The e-learning can be accessed online at any time and can be flexibly integrated into everyday professional and study life.

Contents:

Dimensions of good science communication – the NaWik arrow, target groups, goal, topic, medium and style
Science and the media
Actors and their roles
Basic rules for comprehensibility
Trust in science
Guidelines and potential pitfalls

Intended learning outcomes

Learning objectives:

Knowledge of the functions of external science communication
Reflection on the actors, their roles and interactions
Development and consolidation of core competences

Modality Online
Facilitator/Teacher WissKomm-Campus
Number of Participants 20
Registration Requirements

Postdocs

Registration Mean Apply here
Topic Professional growth
Certification provided upon the completion of the training Attendance certification