Science Writing, Certificate

Certificate in Science Writing

The Graduate Certificate in Science Writing program shares the same mission as the MA in Science Writing program. Certificate students complete five courses: a mix of electives and core courses that develop the reporting and writing skills for communicating science broadly. The program recognizes that contemporary science writing involves journalism, communication, multimedia, and the literary arts. Our typical student hones journalistic and creative writing techniques to craft clear, enticing prose for digital or print venues, from magazines and books to social media and websites, for news outlets, companies, research agencies, and universities. Along the way, students acquire communication skills to promote viewpoints and develop expertise to thrive in the digital universe. Our writers and editors are also challenged to monitor science itself, to disclose how research can falter or be misused. Certificate students may complete all courses online, but have the option of enrolling in one of the Science Writing program’s onsite residency courses.

Please note that this entry is for currently enrolled students only. The Certificate in Science Writing program is not currently accepting new students.

Admissions Criteria for All Advanced Academic Programs

PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Please note that this entry is for currently enrolled students only. The Certificate in Science Writing program is not currently accepting new students.

Program Requirements

Students in the Certificate in Science Writing program must complete:

• Three customizable core courses
• Two electives

Please note that this entry is for currently enrolled students only. The Certificate in Science Writing program is not currently accepting new students.

COURSES

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Core Courses - Customizable
Select at least one of the following:
AS.491.658	Techniques of Science and Medical Writing	4
AS.491.750	Contemporary Science and Medical Writing: Creative and Professional Forms	4
Select at least one of the following:
AS.491.696	The Nature of Nature	4
AS.491.697	The Literature of Science	4
AS.491.700	Subatomic Writing	4
AS.491.702	The Funny Side of Science	4
AS.491.703		4
AS.491.707	Prizewinners: The Best Writing about Science, Technology, Environment & Health	4
AS.491.748	Principles of Editing	4
AS.491.752	Advanced Reporting & Writing in Science	4
AS.491.807	Independent Study in Science Writing	4
AS.491.808	Internship in Science Writing	4
AS.491.709	Science in Action	4
AS.491.691	Science Policy, Funding and Politics	4
AS.491.710	In the Field: Science Writing in the Woods, Coasts, & Labs of Mt. Desert Island	4
AS.491.711	Public Health in Action	4
AS.491.785	In the Wild: Science Writers Explore Montana’s Wilderness and Wildlife Biology	4
AS.491.787		4
AS.491.708	Medicine in Action	4
AS.491.712	Discovering Science History in “The Athens of the North”	4
Select at least one of the following:
AS.491.673	Science and Medical Writing Workshop	4
AS.491.674	Science and Medical Writing Workshop	4
AS.491.675	Science and Medical Writing Workshop	4
AS.491.680	Writing the Tech Story Workshop	4
AS.491.754	Science Narratives Workshop	4
AS.491.755	Science Personal Essay and Memoir Workshop	4
AS.491.757	Science Profiles Workshop: Writing About People	4
Electives
Select two electives from any of the above courses.		8