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Live your dream.

We offer world-class training in science journalism.

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Write your story.

Our alumni thrive in fulfilling, lifelong careers.

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Nurture your creativity.

Read published work by our students and alumni.

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Learn from the best.

Prepare for success with academic and on-the-job training.

Program News

  • Rodrigo PĂ©rez Ortega '19October 21, 2022SciCom graduate, data visualization lecturer win major national journalism honors
  • Nicholas St. FleurAugust 16, 2021Nicholas St. Fleur wins top award for young science journalists

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About the Program

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There is a huge gap between scientists and the public, but graduates of the Science Communication Masters Program at UCSC are working to bridge that gap.

Learn more about the program

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  • Alaska volcanoJuly 5, 2021"A Volcano, a Fishing Boat, and a Narrow Escape" by Jennifer Leman '18 (The Atlantic)
  • ShakeAlert systemJune 29, 2021"Organic Chemistry Helped Me Embrace My Identities" with Ariana Remmel '20 (NPR Shortwave, June 29, 2021)

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Program Highlights

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