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Course · 300 h · 5 modules
Course in Ocean and Climate Science Communication
The Course in Ocean and Climate Science Communication Prepares you to communicate ocean and climate science rigorously, clearly and engagingly to very different audiences. You will learn to build evidence-based messages and narrat
Duration300 h
FormatOnline
Starts7 December
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Course in Ocean and Climate Science Communication?
The Course in Ocean and Climate Science Communication
Prepares you to communicate ocean and climate science rigorously, clearly and engagingly to very different audiences. You will learn to build evidence-based messages and narratives, explain uncertainty without causing confusion, visualise data, work with the media and social networks, and respond to climate misinformation, always with respect for the facts and for your audience, whether you are speaking to schoolchildren, journalists or policymakers.
Key advantages
- Rigour and clarity: Communicating without oversimplifying or distorting the science.
- Many formats: Writing, visualisation, audio, video and social media.
- Uncertainty explained well: How to talk about probabilities and scenarios.
- Communication ethics: Avoiding alarmism and greenwashing.
- Case study: Designing an outreach piece or campaign.
Programme type
Course
Study mode
Online
Duration
300 hours
Modules
5
Programme highlights
- Build messages: Design evidence-based key messages.
- Tell stories: Apply science storytelling techniques.
- Visualise data: Create clear charts and maps.
- Counter misinformation: Use strategies to correct falsehoods.
- Boost your career: Apply your skills at research centres, NGOs, museums and media outlets.
- Train to make sure ocean science reaches the people who need it.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 5 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Foundations of Science Communication
- Models of science communication
- Knowing your audience
- Public perceptions of the ocean and climate
- The psychology of climate change
- Ethics of science communication
02
Messages and Storytelling
- Key messages and information hierarchy
- Science storytelling techniques
- Useful metaphors and analogies
- Communicating uncertainty
- Avoiding alarmism and despair
03
Visualisation and Formats
- Principles of data visualisation
- Climate and ocean maps and charts
- Popular science writing
- Podcasts and video
- Content for exhibitions and visits
04
Media, Social Networks and Misinformation
- Working with journalists
- Press releases and interviews
- Social media strategy
- Climate misinformation
- Fact-checking and debunking techniques
05
Projects and Evaluation
- Designing outreach campaigns
- Public engagement
- Communicating during environmental crises
- Evaluating communication impact
- Case study: an outreach piece or campaign
Workload
Study Time and Workload
300 hours of study, online and at your own pace. Move the slider to the hours a week you can really put in.
Hours a week8
Weeks to finish—
You finish around—
Who it is for
Marine science researchers and technicians: who want to communicate their work better Journalists and communicators: who cover environmental topics Museum, aquarium and visitor centre staff: who design outreach content NGO and public sector communications officers: who run environmental campaigns Teachers: who want to bring the ocean and climate closer to their students
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Understand science communication
- 02Design effective messages
- 03Communicate uncertainty
- 04Visualise data
- 05Work with media and social networks
- 06Tackle misinformation
Careers
Career Opportunities
01Science communicator: Content on the ocean and climate.
02Science communications officer: Communications at research centres and universities.
03NGO content lead: Campaigns and outreach materials.
04Environmental educator: Programmes at museums, aquariums and visitor centres.
Questions
Entry Requirements
No. The course provides the ocean and climate science basics needed to communicate accurately.
No. The course starts from the fundamentals and builds towards applied projects.
Yes. You use data and charts from open scientific sources to create visualisations.
Yes. It covers content strategy and responding to misinformation.
Designing an outreach piece or campaign on the ocean and climate.
100% online, with a virtual campus available 24/7, live sessions that are recorded, and tutorials with the teaching staff.
The programme involves 300 hours of study. You can work at your own pace within the timetable we give you when you enrol.
Each programme has its own start date, shown on this page and confirmed by our admissions team when you enquire.
On completing the programme you receive the Course in Ocean and Climate Science Communication qualification awarded by Navalis Magna Institute.
Online admissions
Admissions Process
No waiting for a phone call. If your documents are complete, you can pay in the same session.
Entry requirements
Entry profile: University studies or professional experience in science, journalism, communications, education or the environment. Language: A good working level of English to follow classes and materials. Technical requirements: A computer with a stable internet connection, an up-to-date browser and a webcam for live sessions and project presentations. Admissions process: Online application, profile review and a short interview with the academic team. We confirm your start date when you enquire.
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