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

Course Title

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

MQF Level

Duration and Credits

3 Years

180 ECTS

Mode of Study

Full-time

Information for International applicants

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Either an Advanced Level pass at Grade C or better in Physics and an Intermediate Level pass at Grade C or better in Pure Mathematics

an Advanced Level pass at Grade C or better in Pure Mathematics and an Intermediate Level pass at Grade C or better in Physics

an Advanced Level pass at Grade C or better in Chemistry and Intermediate Level passes at Grade C or better in Pure Mathematics and Physics

an Advanced Level pass at Grade C or better in Computing and Intermediate Level passes at Grade C or better in Pure Mathematics and Physics.

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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. During the course, we will help refine your scientific literacy, as it has become a crucial skill that needs to be carefully planned, implemented and evaluated. 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)

GSC1100	Geology 1 - Fundamentals of Geology	6 ECTS
MSS1002	Life Science	6 ECTS
MSS1003	Chemical Science	6 ECTS
MSS1005	Conceptual Physics	6 ECTS
MSS1008	Science in the Community 1	4 ECTS


Semester 1

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

GSC1200	Introduction to Physical Oceanography	2 ECTS
GSC1300	Introduction to Science of the Atmosphere	2 ECTS
MSS1006	Communicating and Engaging with Science	4 ECTS
MSS1007	Presenting Science in the Digital Age	4 ECTS
PHY1125	Mathematics for Physicists 1	4 ECTS
SOR0210	Data Treatment and Probability	2 ECTS


Semester 2

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

GSC1400	IT Skills for Geoscientists (GIS)	4 ECTS
MCS1070	Personal Communications	4 ECTS
MSS2005	Introduction to Earth Systems	6 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)

GSC2101	Fundamentals of Geophysics	4 ECTS
GSC2102	Earth Surface Processes; Hydrology and Hydrogeology	4 ECTS
GSC2400	IT Skills for Geoscientists (Matlab)	4 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)

GSC1401	Thermal Physics of the Earth’s Atmosphere	4 ECTS
GSC1402	Earth Observations from Space	4 ECTS
MSS2009	Science in the Home	4 ECTS
MSS2011	Forensic Science	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)

GSC2100	Geology 2 – Structural Geology, Sedimentology and Stratigraphy	6 ECTS
MSS3009	Science in the Community 3	4 ECTS


Semester 1

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

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)

BIO2050	Science, Society and Ethics	2 ECTS
EER3101	Promoting Sustainable Lifestyles	4 ECTS
GSC2300	Atmospheric Physical and Chemical Processes	4 ECTS
GSC3400	Forensic Geosciences	4 ECTS
GSC3402	Environmental Management Concepts	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 learn how to:

demonstrate a sufficient breadth of scientific knowledge outside your area of specialization.
analyse how various historical and social factors influence scientific discovery and innovation.
apply scientific principles to real-life contexts.
recognize the various educational needs related to science education and communication of different members of the community.
display skills for scientific problem-solving.
plan, organise and implement science education and communication initiatives in various community settings.

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

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

Key/transferable skills

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

Non EU Applicants:

Fee per academic year: Eur 8,500

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As a graduate of the 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 a geoscience teacher.

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

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