UBSCHSECSCB-2025-6-O - L-Università ta' Malta

Course Title

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Science for Education and Communication with specialisation in Biology

MQF Level

Duration and Credits

3 Years

180 ECTS

Mode of Study

Full-time

Information for International applicants

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An Advanced Level pass at Grade C or better in Biology and an Intermediate Level pass at Grade C or better in Chemistry.

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You can submit your application online. The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta.

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While science has greatly influenced life as we know it; the changes society has gone through over time, have impacted the way science is perceived and understood. In our society there is a need to develop an awareness of the nature of science and how science works. Developing scientific literacy has become a crucial skill that needs to be carefully planned, implemented and evaluated. As a prospective student, the BSc (Hons) in Science for Education and Communication will provide you with; a sound background in scientific knowledge; familiarity with the current debate and discourse in science; an opportunity to experience interdisciplinary approaches to science in the community; experiences of inquiry-based methodologies; communication skills to facilitate community engagement in science; and practical experiences in the organisation and evaluation of non-formal and informal science education initiatives.

Communication and Academic Skills Programme

The communication and academic skills programme complements students’ main course of study. It introduces them to writing and presenting as situated within academic contexts sensitive to specific disciplines and develops their competences for future careers.


Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2)

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

MSS1001	Physical Science	6 ECTS
MSS1003	Chemical Science	6 ECTS
MSS1008	Science in the Community 1	4 ECTS


Semester 1

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

BIO1010	Cellular and Biochemical Basis of Life	5 ECTS
BIO1020	Diversity of Life: Animals	5 ECTS
MSS1006	Communicating and Engaging with Science	4 ECTS
MSS1007	Presenting Science in the Digital Age	4 ECTS
MSS1208	Mathematics for Biologists 1	2 ECTS


Semester 2

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

BIO1030	Diversity of Life: Non-Animals	5 ECTS
BIO1080	Microbial Diversity	5 ECTS
BIO1090	Introduction to Conservation Biology	2 ECTS
MCS1070	Personal Communications	4 ECTS
MSS2005	Introduction to Earth Systems	6 ECTS
MSS2008	Mathematics for Biologists 2	2 ECTS


Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2)

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

MSS2014	Principles and Perspectives of Science	4 ECTS
MSS2015	Popular Culture and Science	4 ECTS
MSS2016	Science in the Community 2	8 ECTS


Semester 1

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

BIO1100	An Introduction to Marine Biology	2 ECTS
BIO1500	Introductory Applied Biology	2 ECTS
BIO2041	Ecology	4 ECTS
BIO2070	Biochemical Strategies of Life	5 ECTS
MCS3110	Radio Production	4 ECTS
MSS2010	Science and Art	4 ECTS
MSS2012	Earth-Space Interactions	4 ECTS


Semester 2

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

BIO2020	Plant Biology	7 ECTS
MSS2009	Science in the Home	4 ECTS
MSS2011	Forensic Science	4 ECTS
MSS2012	Earth-Space Interactions	4 ECTS
MSS2013	Diversity and Equity in Science	4 ECTS


Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2)

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

MSS3009	Science in the Community 3	4 ECTS


Semester 1

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

BIO3130	Genetics and Developmental Biology	6 ECTS
EER2508	Science for Sustainable Development	4 ECTS
MCS2020	Video Production 1	4 ECTS
MCS2040	Basic Photography	4 ECTS
MSS3004	Science and Music	4 ECTS
MSS3005	Science and Sports	4 ECTS
MSS3007	Science and the Quest for Truth	4 ECTS


Semester 2

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

BIO2030	Animal Form and Function 1	6 ECTS
BIO3030	Evolutionary Biology	4 ECTS
BIO3520	Natural History of the Maltese Islands	4 ECTS
EER3101	Promoting Sustainable Lifestyles	4 ECTS
MSS3006	Fact or Fiction	4 ECTS
MSS3008	Ethical Issues in Science	4 ECTS

This programme of study is governed by the General Regulations for University Undergraduate Awards, 2019 and by the Bye-Laws for the award of Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Science for Education and Communication - B.Sc. (Hons) - under the auspices of the Faculty of Education and the Faculty of Science.

During the course, you will:

Explore various facets of your subject specialisation.
Demonstrate a sufficient breadth of scientific knowledge outside of your area of specialisation.
Integrate basic facts, principles, theories and methods from multiple science disciplines.
Identify the interactions of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM) and society.
Recognize the various educational needs related to science education and communication of different members of the community.
Plan, organise and implement science education and communication initiatives in various community settings.

(a) Subject Knowledge & Understanding

explore various facets of your subject specialization

demonstrate a sufficient breadth of scientific knowledge outside your area of specialization

analyse how various historical and social factors influence scientific discovery and innovation

(b) Intellectual development

integrate basic facts, principles, theories and methods from multiple science disciplines

identify the interactions of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM) and society

apply scientific principles to real-life contexts

distinguish between myth, philosophy and science and discuss the answers to the 'big' questions

assess the educational potential of community sites

recognize the various educational needs related to science education and communication of different members of the community

analyse phenomena using scientific principles and methodologies

plan communication strategies to engage various audiences in science

(d) Other skills relevant to employability and personal development

display skills for scientific problem-solving

support community spaces and institutions in the promotion of science education and communication initiatives

plan, organise and implement science education and communication initiatives in various community settings.

Non EU Applicants:

Fee per academic year: Eur 8,500

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As a graduate of this programme you will have the option of pursuing the Master in Teaching and Learning (MTL) Science with the Department of Mathematics and Science Education to become science (science and biology/chemistry/physics) teacher. ,

The programme specifically focuses on your development as a science communicator. There is a range of budding community settings related to science education and communication where you can actively contribute.

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