This course draws upon studies on how the media represent science, scientific uncertainty and risk. You will be encouraged to explore other ways of representing science and science related issues in journalistic work. In a democratic society, science and scientific communities should be subject to a rigorous process of dialogue and critique.
Admission requirements
The target group is master's students of journalism or media studies from our partner institutions. Please notice that you are expected to be familiar with the production of journalistic content.
How to apply
International exchange students select courses when applying for exchange.
Application deadline: 1 October.
Teaching methods
This course will be based on two week-long gatherings including:
- lectures
- discussions
- group-work
Course description
For more information about this course, take a look at the course description (student.oslomet.no).
Course schedule
The subject is taught in a block format with two sessions, each lasting five days. This arrangement is designed to allow students to take this and other journalism master's subjects offered in the same semester.
Costs
There is no semester fee for exchange students.
Exam and assessment
For the main assessment, you may choose one of these two term papers:
- a reportage covering science or science related issues, followed by a reflection paper that discusses and analyses the textual material theoretically helped by the syllabus (15-20 pages)
- an analytic, theory-based paper investigating a limited media output where science, scientific uncertainty or risks related to science are covered (13-16 pages)
Questions about this course?
Contact the administrative coordinator if you have questions about admission requirements and how to apply:
Contact the teacher if you have questions about the content and teaching of this course:
