Academic Year 2023-2024
Communication of Science and Innovation - SCICOMM is a first level University Master's program proposed by the Department of Sociology and Social Research.
The first level Master in Communication of Science and Innovation aims to offer professional skills in the communication of research and innovation and to train key figures for the development of communication strategies, dialogue and public engagement in research organizations, in production contexts oriented towards innovation, in the field of scientific culture (science centers, science festivals), in administration sectors that focus on research and innovation.
The language of the Master is English.
Educational goals
The main objective of the Master is to train key figures for the development of communication strategies, dialogue and public engagement within research organizations, innovation-oriented production contexts and the sectors of scientific culture (science centers, science festivals), and administrative where the focus is on research and innovation.
The main educational objectives of the Master are:
- an understanding of the social and cultural contexts of science and innovation, how they have changed and the implications for communication;
- reading and analysis of the communicative dynamics characteristic of contemporary research and innovation, and the ability to translate this into effective and sustainable operational strategies;
- in-depth knowledge of the potential and limitations of contemporary communication media in the field of research and innovation communication, including practical and laboratory activities;
- the ability to develop and critically evaluate the quality of communication activities, not only from the point of view of organizational objectives but also maintaining coherence with the expectations of audiences and recipients;
- the close integration of the latest research outcomes on science and society with communication of science and innovation and the design of operational strategies.
Recipients and entrance requirements
Applicants in possession of one of the following qualifications may submit a request for inclusion in the Master's selection procedure:
- three-year degree;
- master's or single-cycle master's degree;
- old system degree;
- foreign qualification, recognized as suitable according to current legislation.
Undergraduates who will graduate before teaching activities begin, are allowed onto the Master selection procedure. In the event of passing the selection procedure, they will be accepted on the Master "with reserve", until the degree title is obtained.
Enrollment in the Master's program is compatible with the enrollment in another course of study, if the two courses meet the compatibility requirements established by the MUR (M.D. 930/2022 Articles 2 and 3). For more information on requirements and compatibility between courses see the following link: https://infostudenti.unitn.it/it/contemp....
Criteria for admission
The applications for the Master, made exclusively through application must be submitted by 12 p.m. noon on 5 May 2023.
The Master governing board will select the candidates by evaluating their Curriculum Vitae et Studiorum , and a brief motivational essay. Candidates will be awarded a score according to the following criteria:
- Curriculum vitae et studiorum: maximum 80 points;
- Motivational essay (see model published on the site): maximum 20 points.
The 15 highest-scoring eligible candidates are admitted on the Master course: they will subsequently be invited to confirm their registration by paying the registration fee. The Master will begin with a minimum of 10 enrolments.
Attendance
The lessons begin in September 2023 and end in June 2024.
The Master's program is made up 164 hours of classroom activities, including lectures.
An 250-hour internship of in-house training is scheduled.
The Master requires the compulsory attendance of all scheduled teaching activities, with a minimum attendance of 70% of the front or remote teaching.
The final exam consists of a project written under the supervision of a professor/expert, discussed before a special commission appointed by the Board of Directors of the Master.
Students who have regularly participated in the activities of the Master and who have passed the course assessment tests and the final examination will be awarded, in June 2024, the Diploma of 1st level University Masters in Communication of Science and Innovation - SCICOMM.
The lessons will be taken at the Department of Sociology and Social Research at the University of Trento. Due to Covid-19 emergengy, the Master will be completely online.
Registration fee and scholarships
The registration fee is 2,916.00 Euro and should be paid in two instalments, the first instalment upon registration and the second by 21th February 2024.
Scholarship will be awarded. More details are visible in the published announcement.
Summary of deadlines
- Online application for admission : by 5 May 2023 12.00 p.m.
- Publication of list of admissions: by 31 May 2023
- Enrolment and payment of registration fee: by 16 June 2023
- Payment of second instalment by 21 February 2024
- Teaching of Master programme begins: 25 September 2023