SCOM1001 Science Communication 1: Introduction to Science Communication

SCOM1001 Science Communication 1: Introduction to Science Communication (Australian National University): rated 4.4/5 overall across 4 reviews collected on ANU Wall.

SCOM1001 is a Australian National University course taught by the ANU College of Systems and Society in Science Communication. This page brings together its handbook details and what ANU students say about it.

Review data updated 2026-10-24.

Course details

Chinese title: 科学传播1:科学传播导论

Type: Undergraduate course

Credit points: 6

Subject area: Science Communication

Faculty: ANU College of Systems and Society

Level: Undergraduate Level 1

Handbook year: 2026

Overview

Introduction to Science Communication (SCOM1001) offers a smorgasbord of all things science communication! Broken into three core elements - concepts, skills and contexts - and featuring diverse guest lectures, science communication methods, and much more, this foundation course is designed to help you taste a little bit of everything and discover the flavours of science communication.

SCOM1001 student reviews, difficulty and workload

SCOM1001 has 4 scored reviews: overall 4.4/5 (all out of 5; higher difficulty means harder).

Sources: 4 Reddit comments that an AI model judged to be reviewing this course (average would-recommend 4.4/5).

On Reddit: "SCOM1001 is interesting, easy and heaps of fun as well! Rod is a great convenor"

On Reddit: "Always happy to throw in a rec for SCOM1001. Teaches you about how to talk research, as well as uncover biases you might have along the way. Fun course."

The course panel on ANU Wall shows every review and discussion in full.

SCOM1001 FAQ

Q: Is SCOM1001 worth taking?

A: Averaged over 4 reviews: overall 4.4/5.

Q: Which faculty teaches SCOM1001, and when is it offered?

A: SCOM1001 is taught by the ANU College of Systems and Society. Check the official handbook for the current year.

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