Summer School Science Communication

Over the span of one week, you will explore theoretical perspectives on science communication, practice science communication skills and apply your knowledge by creating your own science communication product. Experienced guest speakers will share their insights in the field and best practices, while our team of Science Communication scientists from Leiden University will guide you through this exciting week by offering workshops, assignments and literature.

Programme

The programme will include:

• Introduction to science communication and an inspirational insight into a wide variety of SciCom products.
• Lectures on communication theory, target audiences, how to include outreach in your academic career, most relevant literature and best practices.
• Presentations by guest speakers about their experiences with different types of science communication.
• Workshops on social media and science journalism.
• Guidance on development of a science communication product, which you will work on throughout the week in groups and which will be finished with a festive presentation at the end.

Registration

Due to limited places, we ask applicants to include a motivation letter (max. 1 page) and a CV (max. 1 page). In your motivation letter, please address the following:

• Why you want to participate.
• What you hope to learn.
• Your experience in science communication (no prior experience is required, we simply want to understand the background of our participants).

The Summer School takes place in Leiden (on-site) from 7-11 July 2025. The registration fee is €575,-. Coffee/tea and lunch will be provided, as well as a closing reception on Friday. We have space for 20-25 participants.

We look forward to your application!

Please register here before March 28, 2025. See our website for more information.