>>Back to news stories

Media Fellowships scheme

The British Science Association’s Media Fellowships are intended to create a greater awareness and understanding of the workings of the media among practising scientists, clinicians, social scientists and engineers.

Experience first hand how science is reported by spending 3-8 weeks with a national press, broadcast or internet journalist on a summer placement, and work with them to produce accurate, well informed news pieces about developments in science.

Come away better equipped to communicate your research to the public and your colleagues. Learn to work within the constraints of the media and develop writing skills that could make journal articles and funding applications easier and more concise.

You are eligible to apply for the scheme if you:
• are a scientist, clinician, social scientist or engineer
• have a minimum of 2 years postgraduate experience in your field
• are a resident of the UK
• Work at any level in an academic or research institution, industry, civil service or any other similar organisation
Hosts include The Guardian, Nature, BBC News and the Times.

For details about the scheme, including an online application form, visit
www.britishscienceassociation.org/mediafellows

Application deadline: 2 March 2010

Posted: 10th February 2010

>>Back to news stories